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40 Ratings with 14 written Reviews
Summary
Richard Naftalis, MD, FACS is board certified in neurological surgery. Dr. Naftalis has extensive experience and special interest in the surgical treatment of disorders of the spine and brain. Additionally, his practice includes the neurosurgical management of tumors, Chiari malformations, the surgical treatment of epilepsy, complex and reconstructive spine surgery and neurotrauma. His armamentarium includes minimally invasive techniques, the use of intraoperative neuronavigation and MRI technology , Gamma Knife , Cyberknife and Novalis Radiosurgery, and applications of evidence-based medical practice. Dr. Naftalis enjoys the challenges of the neurosurgical patient and the complexity of their conditions. Dr. Naftalis feels that implementation of evidence-based medical practice, patient education and compassionate care all create a more satisfying and nurturing patient experience. Dr. Naftalis also serves as the Neurosurgical Director of the Baylor Neuroscience Center, Epilepsy Center …at Baylor University Medical Center.Dr. Naftalis has been nominated for the 13th consecutive year for D Magazine's 2025 Best Docs.Dr. Naftalis has been named one of D Magazine's Best Docs at least 15 times earning him a place on D Magazine's Hall of Fame list.Dr. Naftalis has been named one of Texas Monthly's Texas Super Doctors for over 10 years earning him a place on Texas Monthly's Hall of Fame list.Dr. Naftalis has recently co-authored an article around spinal cord injury intervention. Patients living with chronic spinal cord injuries now have hope of regaining arm and hand mobility.
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- accepting new patients
- 41 years of experience
- 23 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University of Alabama at Birmingham
- 14 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 24 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
- Flexible scheduling
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Office Location
Baylor Scott & White Neurosurgery and Spine Associates - Dallas
3410 Worth St Ste 650Dallas, TX 75246 Tel: (469) 800-9260
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Neurological Surgery | Neurological Surgery | Neurological Surgery | Neurological Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 41 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks Italian, English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English |
| Dallas , TX | Houston , TX | Plano , TX | Sugar Land , TX |
| Med School: University of Texas - Houston Health Science Center (Education) | Med School: University of Naples Federico II, Napoli NA, Italy | Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine | Med School: Wayne State University School of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Naftalis
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Naftalis has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Naftalis has the following 24 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Neurological Surgery
Neurological Surgery
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University of Alabama at Birmingham1991
University of Alabama at Birmingham1986
Medical School
University of Texas - Houston Health Science Center (Education)Graduated in 1985
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- Dr. Richard Naftalis is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Uptown.
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- What languages does Dr. Richard Naftalis speak?
- Dr. Richard Naftalis speaks English.
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