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Dr. Ashok Modha, MD

Dr. Ashok Modha, MD

Neurosurgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Ashok Modha, MD is a neurosurgeon in Vancouver, WA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Modha has extensive experience in Nervous System Neoplasms. He graduated from University of Manitoba Faculty of Medicine in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center and PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 69 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (69 reviews)

Practice

200 NE Mother Joseph Pl Ste 210 Vancouver, WA 98664
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(360) 254-6165

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Modha is affiliated with Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center Vancouver, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Modha is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Modha specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Modha's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Modha

4.7
69 ratings, 44 with a written review
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Best Neurosurgeon in the State!
Dr. Modha is a very skilled professional and truly cares about his patients. He walks you through the process and gives you all the information you need. He is there for you before and after the surgery. His team is wonderful and they too treat you like your family.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Marie Watson – Mar 15, 2024
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Just saved a loved one’s life
I have never met or talked to or heard of him before this week, but when one dear to me collapsed with a seizure earlier this week and was subsequently diagnosed with a large brain tumor affecting her left motor cortex, Dr. Modha (after working a full week of already scheduled surgeries) took part of his weekend to fit in one more. She is awake and already moving her right side. There are not enough gratitudes in this world to thank him enough.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Polly Martin, DVM – Jan 22, 2023
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I was very impressed with Dr Modha. He took the time that I needed and I never felt the sense of him looking at his watch. He explained with clarity and precision the information in my MRI and treatment options at this point. He is willing to take a conservative approach which I also appreciated. Professionally and personally he was a pleasure to meet and to be evaluated by.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dr. Jeffrey Sher – May 06, 2021
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Dr Modha is a very nice doctor with a sense of humor. He is great about answering your questions quickly and appointments are always short and to the point.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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June F – May 06, 2021
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Dr. Mohda was very attentive and knowledgeable. We came from a long distance to see him because he was highly recommended by two different people. He was willing to work with us over the phone for further appointments when possible and look at MRIs from our local hospital. We would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 16, 2021
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Dr. Modha is very thorough and thoughtful. He takes the time to listen to all of your concerns and questions. Dr. Modha also takes the time to explain in easy to understand terms what health issuses you have and what the best recommendation(s) there is/are to give you the best result possible for you case.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Ron J. Rowland – Feb 19, 2021
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As a fellow physician in the same town, I refer patients to Dr. Modha without reservation. His neurosurgeon specialty care has left patients pain free, or less pain with a treatment plan solidly in place. It’s wonderful to have a colleague who is not only a skilled physician, but a great resource when there are questions about a complicated patient we share. Go see him and be confident he will take excellent compassionate care of you.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dr. Works – Feb 11, 2021
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Dr. Modha is amazing. He is very professional. You can tell by his schedule that he is very busy, but both during appointments and pre-surgery he has time to discuss your situation and answer questions never rushing through.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 01, 2020
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We came to Dr. Modha on the advice of my husband’s primary care physician. He needed to see a neurology surgical oncologist for a serious problem. Dr. Modha carefully explained the situation, what could and couldn’t b done and the consequences of either. He had thought thru these matters.and recommended a course of treatment with the potential for a positive outcome with minimal damage. He continues to participate in and consult on the treatment. He is very kind yet direct when communicating with us.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Cherie Sivell – Nov 07, 2020
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I did not know what to expect during the first visit. Dr. Mohda was calming in his demeanor. He explained what was what and what to expect. Calmed our fears. When asked his honest medical opinion he gave it in such a calming and reassuring way. He gave us information to read answered my questions in such a way i felt good about my visit with him. I was impressed with the quickness of calling and getting the appointment. I didnt hsve time to be scared or nervous. I would recommend him as a primary brain surgeon or even 2nd opinion.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 04, 2020
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Dr. Modha answered all of my questions and was very kind. I felt confident in his knowledge and ability. He came highly recommended by other medical professionals and I would also recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 31, 2020
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Dr. Modha is a fantastic doctor and surgeon. My entire experience exceeded my expectations. I know several others that had the same experience. He was able to diagnose my issue, explain different plans of action, and make a recommendation. I would return to see Dr. Modha without hesitation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Shane Rushing – Jul 22, 2020
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I truly appreciated Dr.Modha’s clear, professional and patient explanations to questions and concerns regarding treatments, etc.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dennice Thompson – Mar 10, 2020
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I saw Dr. Modha because after 2 epidural injections, months of Physical therapies and accupunture treatments I'm still having excrutiating pain caused by herniated disc. Dr Modha was professional, confident, kind and patience; he listened and answered my questions, explained the procedure and postsurgery care, as well as the risks involved should I decide to proceed with the surgery... I left his office feeling confident that he's the right doctor to perform surgery on me.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Sylvia – Mar 07, 2020
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Everyone was very friendly and knowledgeable.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Linda Davidson – Dec 13, 2019
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Laminotomy and laminoplasty procedures were performed flawlessly!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 12, 2019
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Explains things quite thoroughly and in an easy to understand way.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Sep 19, 2019
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Excellent
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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Sep 18, 2019
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Dr. Modha is a great doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 03, 2019
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My experience with Dr. Mocha. Went very well. He listens to what you have to say. He does everything he can at your visit. Gets all the information he can get. He is also very polite. There is not that many doctors like him anymore.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 17, 2019
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biography

Dr. Ashok Modha, MD is a neurosurgeon in Vancouver, WA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Modha has extensive experience in Nervous System Neoplasms. He graduated from University of Manitoba Faculty of Medicine in 1997....read more

  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Royal College Of Surgeons Of Canada

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of Ottawa/ottawa Hospital

    Internship Hospital

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2004

  • University Of Ottawa

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • University Of Manitoba Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Modha is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office200 NE Mother Joseph Pl Ste 210 Vancouver, WA 98664
    1
    Northwest Surgical Specialists PC2121 NE 139th St Ste 300 Vancouver, WA 98686
    2
    Office200 NE Mother Joseph Pl Ste 300 Vancouver, WA 98664
    3

    Practice

    Vancouver Clinic Inc1 N Center Court St Ste 110 Portland, OR 97227
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center

      2211 NE 139th St
      Vancouver, WA 98686
      Recipient of 19
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Columbia Memorial Hospital

      2111 Exchange St
      Astoria, OR 97103
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      84%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center

      400 NE Mother Joseph Pl
      Vancouver, WA 98664
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ (2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      74%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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