4.8
32 Ratings with 13 written Reviews
Summary
Kevin G. Waldron, MD, FAANS is a board certified neurosurgeon with over 25 years of experience in managing complex neurosurgical conditions. Dr. Waldron has performed many neurosurgical procedures treating patients with a variety of diseases of the brain and spine.
Dr. Waldron is the Founder and Director of Pacific Coast Neurosurgery in Laguna Hills. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and a fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. Prior to medical school, he studied physics and biophysics at Boston College and Columbia University. He received his medical degree from the prestigious Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 1999.
Dr. Waldron moved to the midwest and completed 6 years of neurosurgical residency training at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria, a comprehensive neurosurgery program where he became proficient in handling acute and chronic medical problems related to the central and peripheral …nervous system in a variety of traumatic, critical care, and outpatient settings.
Dr. Waldron has authored several research papers, including presentations for the American Association of Cancer Research.
Dr. Waldron has over 20 years of comprehensive neurosurgical experience. Prior to relocating to California, he was a Medical Director at the Methodist Hospital Neuroscience Institute in Merrillville, Indiana.
Dr. Waldron specializes in minimally invasive spinal decompressive techniques, motion preserving spinal technologies, microscopic spinal fusion techniques, complex spinal reconstruction, robotic and computer-assisted image guided cranial surgery, Chiari decompression, transsphenoidal surgery, CSF shunting, tumor resection, movement disorder and epilepsy surgery, and microvascular decompression. He is an active member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons.
Dr. Waldron is on staff at medical centers statewide including Saddleback Memorial Hospital in Laguna Hills, Orange Coast Memorial Hospital in Fountain Valley, Providence St. Joseph Hospital in Eureka, and St. Bernadine’s Hospital in San Bernardino.
Outside of the professional realm Dr. Waldron enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 sons exploring new countries, cultures, cuisine, national parks, skiing, and surfing. Last but not least he is a deep philosophical thinker.
Featured Review
I had such a wonderful experience with Dr.Kevin Waldron. He was incredibly kind, attentive, and thorough throughout my visit. I especially appreciated his attention to detail and the time he took to carefully explain my results, what they meant, and all of the options available to me. He never made me feel rushed and made sure all of my questions were answered. His knowledge and professionalism, combined with his warm and reassuring manner, made me feel completely at ease and confident about the next steps. I’m truly grateful for the care I received and would highly recommend him.
Office Location
Pacific Coast Neurosurgery
24022 Calle de la Plata Ste 415Laguna Hills, CA 92653Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 27 years of experience
- 7 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
- 13 written reviews
- 1 award
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Awards
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kevin Gerard Waldron, MD, FAANS
Medical Specialties
Dr. Kevin Gerard Waldron, MD, FAANS has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Kevin Gerard Waldron, MD, FAANS has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
27 Years Experience
Dr. Kevin Gerard Waldron, MD, FAANS holds an expired medical license in the state of California. 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 expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 1999.
University
Graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2005 and Boston College - Pre Med in 1994.
NPI Number
Dr. Waldron, MD, FAANS's NPI number is 1659314540.
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- Dr. Kevin Waldron, MD, FAANS speaks English.
- Where is Dr. Kevin Waldron, MD, FAANS's office located?
- Dr. Kevin Waldron, MD, FAANS's office is located at 24022 Calle de la Plata Ste 415, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Kevin Waldron, MD, FAANS affiliated with?
- Dr. Kevin Waldron, MD, FAANS is affiliated with Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center, Hoag Hospital, MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center, Saint Bernardine Medical Center, and San Antonio Regional Hospital.
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