Summary

Dr. Joseph A. Christiano is a functional neurosurgeon who emphasizes the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system and its impact on daily life activities. He is an expert in Neuromodulation to treat complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), post-laminectomy pain syndrome and trigeminal neuralgia, and in treating extensive painful conditions, such as post-stroke pain, facial pain, spinal cord injury pain and phantom limb pain.
Using a holistic and integrative approach to care, Dr. Christiano takes extra steps to fully understand each patient's health condition to develop the most effective treatment plan.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 31 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Louisville School of Medicine Program
  • 12 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 20 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Western Neuro

6567 E Carondelet Dr Ste 305Tucson, AZ 85710
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English
Tucson , AZScottsdale , AZMilwaukee , WITucson , AZ
Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: Dniepropetrovsk Medical Academy Of Health Ministry Of Ukraine Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Joseph Christiano

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Banner Health
  • Banner Health - Medicaid
  • Banner Health - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CareMore
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Joseph Christiano has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Joseph Christiano has the following 20 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Back Injuries
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • Cancer
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndromes
  • Craniotomy
  • Essential Tremor
  • Glioblastoma
  • Head and Neck Disorder
  • Laminectomy
  • Movement Disorders
  • Neurosurgery
  • Neurosurgical Procedures
  • Pain
  • Parkinson Disease
  • Spinal Fractures
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Stereotaxic Techniques
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Joseph Christiano holds an active medical license in the state of Arizona. They are board certified in Neurological Surgery by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Neurological Surgery by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Louisville School of Medicine Program, Georgetown University Medical Center, and University Of Louisville School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Joseph Christiano's NPI number is 1609856475.

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Which hospitals is Joseph Christiano affiliated with?
Joseph Christiano is affiliated with Carondelet Saint Josephs Hospital.

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