Dr. Frank Joseph Attenello M.D., M.S.
Neurosurgeon
1200 N State St Suite 3300 Los Angeles CA, 90033About
Dr. Frank Attenello practices Neurological Surgery in Los Angeles, CA. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Attenello prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.
Education and Training
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine 2009
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Treatments
- Cerebrovascular Disease
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