Dr. Barry B Ceverha M.D.
Neurosurgeon
3828 SCHAUFELE AVE LONG BEACH CA, 90808About
Dr. Barry Ceverha practices Neurological Surgery in Long Beach, CA. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Ceverha prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.
Education and Training
Keck School of Medicine of University of Southern California MD 1974
Board Certification
American Board of Neurological Surgery
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Awards
- Fellow Year American College of Surgeons
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Barry B. Ceverha, MD, FAANS, FACS, is a Leading Neurosurgeon with MemorialCare Medical Group in Long Beach, California Barry B. Ceverha, MD, FAANS, FACS, is a well-versed neurological surgeon who diagnoses and treats patients at MemorialCare Medical Group in Long Beach, CA. Furthermore, he has staff memberships at several local hospitals, including Long Beach Medical Center, Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach, and Orange Coast Medical Center. And, he is the Medical Director of the Neuro Intensive Care Unit at Long Beach Medical Center (2012-present) and Medical Director of the Orange Coast Medical Center’s Center for Spine Health. Moreover, Dr. Ceverha has an impressive professional journey that spans thirty-nine years and has expanse knowledge and unrivaled expertise in deep brain stimulation, neurosurgery, and spine surgery. Prior to his current endeavors, he served as Clinical Instructor at LAC+USC Medical Center. He also maintained his own private practice in Long Beach, CA. Dr. Ceverha has volunteered as coach for his children’s little league teams. Moreover, he is a Certified Medical Board Review Expert for the Medical Board of California. Throughout his many years of experience, he has upheld a steadfast commitment to the ethical and professional standards of his practice as evidenced by his sterling record. Hence, he ensures an impeccable degree of patient satisfaction in all facets of his work. For more information about Dr. Barry B. Ceverha, please visit https://www.memorialcare.org/memorialcare-medical-group/find-providers/physician/barry-b-ceverha-md-faans-facs. Barry B. Ceverha, MD, FAANS, FACS, attended the Keck School of Medicine of University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California, and received his medical degree in 1974. Then, he served his internship and neurological surgery residency at Keck School of Medicine of University of Southern California/LAC+USC Medical Center in Los Angeles, California (1974-1980). During his last year of residency, he served as supervisor for the neurological surgery residents. In addition, Dr. Ceverha received board certification in neurological surgery from the American Board of Neurological Surgery. And, he remains at the forefront of his challenging specialty via memberships and affiliations with prestigious professional societies and associations. Moreover, he attained fellowship of the American College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Neurological Surgeons. In addition to his medical degree, he holds an undergraduate degree acquired at the University of California at Berkeley. He received several awards and recognitions, including the Patients’ Choice Award, inclusion into the US News and World Report Top 10% of US Neurosurgeons for six consecutive years, the Compassionate Doctor Recognition, and inclusion into Best Doctors. Dr. Ceverha is an avid fan of the San Francisco Giants baseball team. For more information about Dr. Barry B. Ceverha, please visit https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/2626693-Barry-Ceverha-Long-Beach-CA-90806.
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