Dr. Cavett M. Robert M.D., F.A.C.S.
Neurosurgeon
3959 Canyon Rd Lafayette CA, 94549About
Dr. Cavett Robert practices Neurological Surgery in Lafayette, CA. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Robert 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
Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania 1966
Board Certification
Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS
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