Summary

Faith Barnett, MD, PhD, is a neurosurgeon with expertise in the treatment of both benign and malignant brain tumors. She received her MD and PhD from Harvard Medical School, Harvard-MIT Health Sciences and Technology Program. Dr. Barnett is fellowship trained in pediatric neurosurgery and has a special interest in the continuation of care for pediatric neurosurgical patients as they transition out of the pediatric age group. This includes patients with neurofibromatosis type I and II, von Hippel Lindau syndrome and Tuberous Sclerosis. Other clinical interests include stereotactic radiosurgery which deliver beams of high-dose radiation from multiple angles to precisely target and destroy tumors. In addition to patient care, Dr. Barnett has a research focus on immunotherapy of brain tumors, anti-angiogenic therapy and novel cell based cancer treatment. She is also active with the Society of Neuro-Oncology, the American Academy of Neurological Surgeons, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons Section on Tumors. Throughout her career Dr. Barnett has been the recipient of many honors and awards including the Max Tennis Humanitarian Award. She was also designated as a Skaggs Clinical Scholar by the Scripps Research Institute.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 36 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks French, Spanish, English
  • Children's Hospital Program
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Scripps Green Hospital

10666 N Torrey Pines RdLa Jolla, CA 92037
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

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Neurological SurgeryNeurological SurgeryNeurological SurgeryNeurological Surgery
Accepts New Patients
4.5 
36 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks French, Spanish, English
La Jolla , CALa Jolla , CASan Diego , CALa Jolla , CA
Med School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Faith Barnett

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Faith Barnett has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Faith Barnett has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Brain Cancer
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • Craniotomy
  • Glioblastoma
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Infectious Disease
  • Laminectomy
  • Moyamoya Disease
  • Neuroendoscopy
  • Neurosurgery
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Neurological Surgery

Neurological Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Children's Hospital Program
Children'S Hosp, Neurological Surgery
Brigham Wmns/Chlrn1991
Brigham and Wmns Hospital1991

Medical School

Harvard Medical School, Boston, MassachusettsGraduated in 1990

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Faith Barnett affiliated with?
Dr. Faith Barnett is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.
Does Dr. Faith Barnett accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Faith Barnett accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Faith Barnett accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Faith Barnett has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Faith Barnett speak?
Dr. Faith Barnett speaks French, Spanish, and English.
Where is Dr. Faith Barnett's office located?
Dr. Faith Barnett's office is located at 10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA, 92037.

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