Summary

Dr. Nguyen’s areas of expertise include complex spinal surgery, minimally invasive spinal surgery, and general neurosurgery. He has published numerous peer-reviewed research articles and presented abstracts in these areas. Specifically, his clinical interests include adult cervical and thoracolumbar deformity, degenerative spine disease, revision spinal surgery, robotic spinal surgery, brain tumors, neurovascular disease, and cranial/spinal trauma. He is eager to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to patients, combining state of-the-art surgical technology with multidisciplinary conservative management.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 14 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Complex spinal surgery University of Virginia Health Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

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Neurological SurgeryPlastic SurgeryDiagnostic RadiologyNeurological Surgery
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14 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Burbank , CAPasadena , CALos Angeles , CALos Angeles , CA
Med School: University of Virginia School of Medicine Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: Jikei University School Of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Hieu Nguyen

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Medicare Advantage
  • Anthem Blue Cross PPO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO
  • Blue Shield of CA Medicare Advantage
  • Cigna HMO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Coventry/First Health PPO
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net Medicare Advantage
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Multiplan PPO
  • SCAN Medicare Advantage
  • TriWest - Tricare
  • United Healthcare HMO
  • United HealthCare PPO
  • Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Hieu Nguyen has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Hieu Nguyen has the following area of expertise

  • Neurosurgery

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Complex spinal surgery University of Virginia Health Center2019
University of Virginia School of Medicine2019
University of Virginia Medical Center2019
General neurosurgery Christchurch Hospital2017
Christchurch Hospital2017

Residency

Neurological surgery University of Virginia Health Center2019
University of Virginia Medical Center2019
University of Virginia School of Medicine2019

Medical School

University of Virginia School of MedicineGraduated in 2012

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. James Nguyen affiliated with?
Dr. James Nguyen is affiliated with University Of Virginia Childrens Hospital.
Does Dr. James Nguyen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. James Nguyen accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Nguyen?
You can find contact information for Dr. James Nguyen here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. James Nguyen speak?
Dr. James Nguyen speaks English.
Where is Dr. James Nguyen's office located?
Dr. James Nguyen's office is located at 501 S Buena Vista St, Burbank, CA, 91505.

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