Summary

Dr. Ulrich Batzdorf treats arnold chiari malformation, spinal cord tumors, and syringomyelia, and performs brain surgery, cervical laminectomy, and craniotomy. He has practiced orthopedic surgery, surgery, and neurosurgery for 71 years and is affiliated with UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center.

Dr. Batzdorf earned his MD from New York Medical College and completed a neurosurgery residency at UCLA School of Medicine in 1965, along with a neuropathology fellowship at UC San Francisco School of Medicine in 1962. He sees patients in Los Angeles, California and speaks German. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Batzdorf 4.06 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.1
  • 71 years of experience
  • 3 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks German
  • Neuropathology UC San Francisco School of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 4 specialties
  • 31 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Westwood Neurosurgery

300 Stein Plz Ste 420Los Angeles, CA 90095

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4.1 
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71 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks German Speaks English, Farsi, Russian, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi
Los Angeles , CASherman Oaks , CALong Beach , CALos Angeles , CA
Med School: MD New York Medical College Med School: University of California, Irvine Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ulrich Batzdorf

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross
  • TBD

Medical Specialties

Ulrich Batzdorf has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Ulrich Batzdorf has the following 31 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Arachnoiditis
  • Arnold-Chiari Malformation
  • Brain Cancer
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • CNS Tumor (Ependymoma)
  • Craniotomy
  • Encephalocele
  • General Orthopedics
  • General Surgeon
  • Glial Cancer (Glioma)
  • Glioblastoma
  • Herniated Disc
  • Laminectomy
  • Nerve Compression Syndromes
  • Neural Tube Defects
  • Neurosurgery
  • Neurosurgical Procedures
  • Peripheral Nervous System Cancer
  • Peripheral Nervous System Diseases
  • Pituitary Gland Cancer
  • Recurrence
  • Spinal Cancer
  • Spinal Cord Cyst (Syringomyelia)
  • Spinal Cord Diseases
  • Spinal Cord Injuries
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Spinal Osteophytosis (Spondylosis)
  • Stroke
  • Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

Certifications, License, & Education

71 Years Experience

Ulrich Batzdorf holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Neuropathology UC San Francisco School of Medicine in 1962.

Residency

Completed their residency at Neurosurgery UCLA School of Medicine: Neurosurgery in 1965 and Surgery University of Maryland at Baltimore in 1960.

Internship

Completed their internship at Rotating US Naval Hospital in 1956.

Medical School

Graduated from MD New York Medical College in 1955.

NPI Number

Ulrich Batzdorf's NPI number is 1801811047.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Ulrich Batzdorf?
You can find contact information for Ulrich Batzdorf here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Ulrich Batzdorf affiliated with?
Ulrich Batzdorf is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.
Where is Ulrich Batzdorf's office located?
Ulrich Batzdorf's office is located at 300 Stein Plz Ste 420, Los Angeles, CA, 90095.
What languages does Ulrich Batzdorf speak?
Ulrich Batzdorf speaks German.
Does Ulrich Batzdorf accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Ulrich Batzdorf accepts on their Vitals profile.

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