University of Utah Medical Center, Neurological Surgery, 1999 and Brigham & Women's Hospital, Neurological Surgery, 1994

Christopher Uchiyama, MD, PhD - La Jolla, San Diego

Neurological Surgery

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Neurological Surgery

Neurological Surgery, Spine

Christopher Uchiyama, MD, joined Scripps in 2001 where he currently serves as the division head for neurosurgery.

Dr. Uchiyama has clinical expertise in brain and spinal surgery, with special expertise in complex cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgery, pituitary tumors, brain and spinal tumors and general neurosurgery. He also performs cervical artificial disc replacement.

He is a member of several professional societies and has been the recipient of many honors and awards for his work in clinical research.

American Board of Neurological Surgery, 2005

University of Southern California School of Medicine, MD, 1992

Deaconess Harvard Surgical Service, General Surgery, 1993

University of Utah Medical Center, Neurological Surgery, 1999

Brigham & Women's Hospital, Neurological Surgery, 1994

University of Southern California, PhD, Microbiology, 1993

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Publications

4.9 Learn more 48 Ratings

Joshua Del'Homme, PA

Physician Assistant, Neurological Surgery, Radiologic Technologist

4.9 Learn more 43 Ratings

Andrea Vastola, NP

Neurological Surgery, Nurse Practitioner-Family

4.8 Learn more 21 Ratings

Olivia Harner, PhD

Clinical Neuropsychology

Cassie Kent, PA

Physician Assistant, Neurological Surgery

Advancing Care for Brain and Spine Conditions

Learn how Scripps became a leader in neurological care through innovation and treatment of a full range of brain and spinal conditions.

Aug 27

Brain and Spine Care at Scripps: It’s Comprehensive

Your neurological health is in good hands at Scripps. Find personalized treatment for brain injuries, stroke, tumors and more.

Nov 29

Resilient Twin Sisters Battle Genetic Tumor Disorder

They are resilient twin sisters who’ve been living with NFI, a genetic tumor disorder, for decades with help from Scripps specialists.

Aug 25

Innovative Stroke Prevention Techniques Help a Woman Beat the Odds

Scripps patient Rebecca Flynn overcomes challenges related to an aneurysm by completing minimally invasive surgical procedures to achieve a healthier life.

Jun 07

Grateful Patient Thanks Scripps Clinic Doctors for Exceptional Care

Scripps Health patient Gordon Cooke survived a hemangioblastoma thanks to coordinated care from a team of expert neurologists and physicians.

May 11

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