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Dr. Christopher Ames, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 57
Dr. Christopher Ames, MD
4.2 (25 Ratings)

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Dr. Christopher Ames, MD is a Neurosurgeon in San Francisco, CA.
Dr. Christopher Ames, MD
4.2 (25 Ratings)
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Dr. Christopher Ames, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 57
San Francisco, CA
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Christopher Ames, MD is a Neurosurgeon in San Francisco, CA.

About

Dr. Ames graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine. Dr. Christopher Ames, MD is a Neurosurgeon in San Francisco, CA and has 30 years experience. Dr. Ames currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and Enloe Medical Center. Dr. Ames has experience treating conditions like Spine Deformities, Scoliosis and Cervical Stenosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Ames received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 25 times. Dr. Ames' office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Ames also speaks French. Dr. Ames is board certified in Neurosurgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Spine Deformities
Scoliosis
Cervical Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Scoliosis
Cervical Stenosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Ataxia
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Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Cervical Radiculopathy
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Spinal Osteophyte
Spondylolisthesis
Thoracic Stenosis
Traumatic Brain Injury
Upper Back Pain
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Baker’s Cyst
Brain Abscess
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebral Edema
Chondrosarcoma
Chordoma
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Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Compressed Spinal Cord
Dural Tear
Gout
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Hip Tendinitis
Hypothalamus Cancer
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Meningiomas
Meniscus Tear
Muscle Cramping
Myelomalacia
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Osteosarcoma of the Spine
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Pituitary Tumor
Polyneuropathy
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sacral Spina Bifida
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica
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Scleroderma
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spinal Cord Tumor
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Disorders
Spondylitis
Syringomyelia
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Torticollis
Vertebral Column Tumors
Destruction of Brain Tumor
Excision of Femur or Knee
Hip Impingement Procedure
Laminoforaminotomy
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulation
Neurostimulator Implantation
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spine Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection

Insurance Accepted

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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Health Net
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • United Healthcare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicaid
  • Humana
  • UC Resident and Fellows-CA PPO
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus

Locations

  1. 1 Univ of California Home Care Serv
    400 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94143
  2. 2 UCSF Palliative Care Clinic
    400 Parnassus Ave Fl 8, San Francisco, CA 94143
  3. 3 University of California San Francisco
    505 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94143
  4. 4 Office
    505 Parnassus Ave Rm M779, San Francisco, CA 94143

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ames
4.2
Based on 25 Reviews
5 Stars (19)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (5)

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Jun 25, 2024
Dr.Ames was very kind and took his time with me. His P.A. Staff were Al’s amazing! Kindness goes a long way!
Terri — Jun 25, 2024
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About Me

Languages Spoken
French
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Neurosurgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
    1994
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Neurosurgery
Board Certifications
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Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Barrow Neurol Inst
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Christopher Ames, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ames' profile.

Dr. Ames frequently treats the following conditions: Spine Deformities, Scoliosis and Cervical Stenosis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Christopher Ames, MD is affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and Enloe Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Christopher Ames, MD holds board certification in Neurosurgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights

    400 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA

  • Enloe Medical Center

    1531 Esplanade, Chico, CA