Dr. Neil A. Martin, MD | Santa Monica, CA | Neurosurgeon

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Dr. Martin graduated from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 1978. He works in Santa Monica, CA and specializes in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Martin is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center.

3.9

30 Ratings
48 years of experience
4 insurance plans accepted
St Joseph Hospital
8 written reviews
1 specialty
35 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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Dr. Martin's Ratings and Reviews

3.9

30 Ratings with 8 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 30 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Had a good bedside manner: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Flexible scheduling: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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This doctor was not compassionate. Dismissed all of my concerns and tried to make me feel like I was going crazy. I left the appointment crying and had no answers to my questions. Bed side manner in a physician is everything if you want your patients to feel comfortable with you.

July 10th, 2019

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Dr Martin saved my life 21 years ago with a 14 hour brain surgery. I had a brain stem bleed that bled 2 times. My chances of surviving the surgery was 50/50 and I am here to write about it. He is a fantastic honest doctor which saved my life.

January 24th, 2019

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Efficient, very knowledgeable and a life saver!! Highly recommend him to all

February 14th, 2016

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He is knowledgeable, efficient, and trustworthy !! what more can a patient ask for.. I would definitely recommend him .

April 25th, 2015

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Terrible bedside manner.

February 6th, 2015

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This man may not have the best bedside manner but he will tell you the truth, give you an accurate diagnosis and in my case saved my life. Brain surgery isn't rocket science its harder... I wouldn't have the life I have today if it wasn't for his excellence. CARE does not get any better than this.

March 10th, 2013

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Dr. Neil Martin at the UCLA Ronald Reagon Medical Center is excellent. He performed an arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) and aneuroysm removal surgery five years ago. Dr. Martin saved my life. The surgery was quite extensive and yes it took many hours. Dr. Martin is extremely thorough. He ex Dr. Martin and his wonderful staff gave me the best of care. He was very good to my family while I was in recovery.

November 15th, 2012

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The wait was entirely too long (over two hours) and this neurosurgeon is telling me he is going to do a surgery 'old school' style and take 10 or more hours. I am not doubting he is skilled at aneuryisms, however, more specialized brain tumors he is not. I could see him twitch in his seat when I asked some of my questions. I consulted with other doctors and general concensus is 4 hours This neurosurgeon couldn't even find one of the 'issues' on the MRI. I am beyond annoyed that this doctor is considered anything above an average surgeon. He is rather old to be up to the cutting edge lasers (which is said as much in the consultation) and seems to display this on the videos online. Fancy screens do not make a cutting edge doctor. It's all smoke and mirrors with this doctor. My advice: If you are seeking brain tumors and this is UCLA's best option.....RUN !

June 5th, 2012

Pacific Neuroscience Institute

2125 Arizona AveSanta Monica, CA 90404

Tel: (310) 582-7640


Dr. Neil A Martin, MD	Dr. Kevin Gerard Waldron, MD, FAANS	Dr. Lawrence San Liu	Dr. Marianne Irene Grew
Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
	Accepts New Patients
3.9 (30 Ratings)	4.7 (29 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
48 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience	35 Years of Experience	33 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
	Speaks English
Santa Monica , CA	Laguna Hills , CA	Los Angeles , CA	LOS ANGELES , CA
Med School: VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE	Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School	Med School: New York University School Of Medicine	Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
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Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Joseph Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Martin's NPI number is 1265588164.

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