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Dr. Ashok R. Asthagiri M.D.

Neurosurgeon

3 Hospital Dr Charlottesville Charlottesville VA, 22908

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Dr. Ashok Asthagiri practices Neurological Surgery in Charlottesville, VA. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Asthagiri 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

Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine 2001

Provider Details

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Treatments

  • Brain Tumor
  • Lumecca

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Ashok Asthagiri

3 Hospital Dr Charlottesville -
Charlottesville, VA 22908
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