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Dr. Craig Nelson Pfeiffer MD

Neurosurgeon

6403 Coyle Avenue Suite 260 Carmichael CA, 95608

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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

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 45 years of experience

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6403 Coyle Avenue Suite 260 -
Carmichael, CA 95608
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