Dr. Laura Prolo, MD
Dr. Laura Prolo, MD
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Insurance Accepted
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National (BlueCard) PPO
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First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPOSelect PPO
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Blue Card PPO
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Open Access PlusCigna PPOCignaLocalPlus
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Curative PPOCurative PPO PlusCurative EPO
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HealthyBlue AdvantageHealthyBlue 2.0
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Choice Plus POS IIAetna
Locations
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Stanford Childrens Health730 Welch Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Patient Satisfaction
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When my 15 month old son was diagnosed with congenital hydrocephalus, I was told that a VP shunt was his only option. I spoke with two neurosurgeons and was a bit uncomfortable, so I reached out to a friend who is a pediatric neurosurgeon for her guidance. I said I would travel anywhere in the world and asked who the best surgeon was for this condition. She told me to see Dr. Prolo. I consulted with her, and it was completely difference from my other consultations. We had a thorough discussion and agreed upon a treatment plan together. Her understanding and calming personality were instrumental when making this incredibly challenging decision for my son. Ultimately, he underwent an endoscopic third ventriculostomy (which I was told was impossible given his anatomy, and that it would not work per the first two surgeons). The surgery went perfectly and my son’s recovery has been better than could have been expected. As an otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon, I have collaborat
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Education
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Aga Khan University
2000
Board Certifications
- Neurosurgery
Residency
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Residency in Medicine - Emory University|Residency in Neurology - Emory University
2006
Fellowship
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Vascular Neurology Fellowship - UT Houston|Interventional Neuroradiology Fellowship - NYU Langone Medical Center
2012
Frequently Asked Questions
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Laura Prolo, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Prolo's profile.
Dr. Prolo in specializes in Neurosurgery. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Prolo frequently treats the following conditions: Tethered Cord Syndrome, Craniosynostosis and Chiari's Deformity. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Prolo's office is located at 730 Welch Rd Palo Alto, CA 94304. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.
Dr. Prolo provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.
Dr. Laura Prolo, MD is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital.
Yes, Dr. Laura Prolo, MD holds board certification in Neurosurgery.
Dr. Laura Prolo, MD has a star rating of 5.0/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.
Hospital Affiliations
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Good Samaritan Hospital
2425 Samaritan Dr, San Jose, CA