Dr. Craig Nelson Pfeiffer MD
Neurosurgeon
6403 Coyle Avenue Suite 260 Carmichael CA, 95608About
Dr. Craig Pfeiffer practices Neurological Surgery in Carmichael, CA. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Pfeiffer 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
Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1972
University of Mn Med Sch 1972
University of Minnesota Medical School 1972
Board Certification
Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS
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