Adam Burdick, MD | La Jolla, CA | Neurosurgeon

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Adam Burdick, MD, treats patients with general neurological conditions of the brain and spine. As a neurosurgeon, he performs general cranial surgery for biopsies, tumors, hemorrhages, hydrocephalus and Chiari malformation, as well as stereotactic cranial surgery. His practice also includes spinal surgery for disc herniation, back pain, arm and leg pain, fractures, stenosis, pain syndromes, degenerative diseases, tumors, spinal cord stimulators and pain pumps. Dr. Burdick has fellowship subspecialty training in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), which treats essential tremor, Parkinson's disease, dystonia and Tourette's syndrome. With an interest in clinical outcomes of DBS for movement and psychiatric disorders, he continues to evaluate and troubleshoot existing DBS systems and conduct research to advance this rapidly growing field. Offering non-surgical conservative options, Dr. Burdick focuses treatment plans to serve the patient's best interest, taking the whole patient picture into …consideration when making decisions.

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accepting new patients
3.5

38 Ratings
22 years of experience
30 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
Georgetown University School Of Medicine
14 written reviews
1 specialty
20 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Flexible scheduling

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Adam Burdick's Ratings and Reviews

3.5

38 Ratings with 14 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Had a good bedside manner: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (8)
Spent time with me: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (7)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Flexible scheduling: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
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I was fortunate to have Dr. Burdick as my neurosurgeon twice, two different areas of body, and both surgeries were very successful. Dr. Burdick is a skilled surgeon. He has a very caring and kind bedside manner and he has a great sense of humor. I was so impressed with his skill and demeanor before, during, and after my first surgery that I chose him to do a second surgery and would do so again. I highly recommend Dr. Burdick if you need a neurosurgeon.

March 13th, 2020

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JERK GOD COMPLEX SEE YOUR VET

October 29th, 2019

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Dr. Adam Burdick (neurosurgeon) is the worst doctor I have ever seen/met. He was dismissive, condescending, cocky, and unempathetic. I could go on and on to describe his extremely horrible bedside manner. I refuse to have someone with his negative demeanor to treat me and, therefore, requested another neurosurgeon to treat my pituitary tumor and symptoms. Doctors should have empathy and kindness for their patients. Dr. Burdick has neither qualities and many others. My visit with Dr. Burdick left me feeling even worse.

July 26th, 2019

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Dr. Adam Burdick (neurosurgeon) is the worst doctor I have ever seen/met. He was dismissive, condescending, cocky, and unempathetic. I could go on and on to describe his extremely horrible bedside manner. I refuse to have someone with his negative demeanor to treat me and, therefore, requested another neurosurgeon to treat my pituitary tumor and symptoms. Doctors should have empathy and kindness for their patients. Dr. Burdick has neither qualities and many others. My visit with Dr. Burdick left me feeling even worse.

July 26th, 2019

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Like others said he has a horrible beside manner- Kind of mocks you if you're anxious or not sure how to perfectly word your questions in Dr's terms. Not fond of him at all. I felt like an idiot and my fears were dismissed.

June 12th, 2019

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He was a bit rude and dismissive; I am going to find another doctor.

July 27th, 2018

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Dr. Adam Burdick and his team are Amazing! I am very pleased with the care I received.

March 22nd, 2018

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Haven’t had my surgery yet but so far was impressed with the time he took & his understanding of what I needed done. He’s placing a Spinal Cord Stimulator next month & since I chose him as a 2nd opinion just glad I did. I’ll let you know the surgery goes!

January 22nd, 2018

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Had a neck fusion almost a year ago....great outcome.

February 9th, 2016

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The staff was excellent and caring, but this doctor needs a lesson in bedside manner. He lacks compassion and a caring touch. He's abrupt in delivery and; dismissive and has a bad attitude.

November 4th, 2015

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Adam Burdick, MD	Dr. Kevin Gerard Waldron, MD	Dr. Michael Lee Levy, MD	Dr. Jeremy Naftali Rich, MD
Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.5 (38 Ratings)	4.7 (29 Ratings)	4.1 (22 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
22 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience	40 Years of Experience	33 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
La Jolla , CA	Laguna Hills , CA	San Diego , CA	Zanesville , OH
Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine	Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School	Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine	Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Aneurysm
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Adam Burdick holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Georgetown University School Of Medicine in 2004.

NPI Number

Adam Burdick's NPI number is 1801973474.

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Which hospitals is Adam Burdick affiliated with?: Adam Burdick is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.

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