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Dr. Surasak Phuphanich, MD

Dr. Surasak Phuphanich, MD

Neurology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Surasak Phuphanich, MD is a neurologist in Los Angeles, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ramathibodi Hospital Faculty Of Medicine, Mahidol University, Faculty Of Medicine in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and Torrance Memorial Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

127 S San Vicente Blvd # A6600 Los Angeles, CA 90048

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Phuphanich is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center Torrance, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Phuphanich specializes in the area of Neurology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Stroke Care Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Phuphanich's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Phuphanich

4.3

6 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
83%
83%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Sep 29, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Phoenix – Feb 06, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
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Phoenix, AZ – Sep 28, 2018
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Eric Godot in Prescott Valley – Feb 21, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

My mission, along with Cedars-Sinai, is to focus on innovative clinical care with nanomedicine, presicion medicine and immunotherapy for brain cancer and the pursuit of excellence through scholarly activities. This allows me to provide patients...read more

biography

Bringing 35 years' experience in clinical translational research and innovative clinical trials to his new post as Senior Neuro-Oncologist, Surasak Phuphanich, MD, returns to Cedars-Sinai following his position as director of the Division of Neuro-Oncology...read more
  • Neurology

  • Oncology

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

  • Usf

  • University South Fla College Med

  • University Calif

    Fellowship Hospital, 1984
  • University Calif San Francisco (neuro-oncology)

    Fellowship Hospital, 1984
  • University Ill Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1981
  • University Ill Medical Center (neurology)

    Residency Hospital, 1981
  • St Francis Hosp-loyola University

    Internship Hospital, 1978
  • St Francis Hospital Loyola University

    Internship Hospital, 1978
  • Ramathibodi Hospital Faculty Of Medicine, Mahidol University, Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
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  • English

  • Cantonese

  • Persian

  • Russian

  • Spanish

  • Thai

  • Phase II study of bevacizumab plus temozolomide during and after radiation therapy for patients with newly diagnosed glioblastoma multiforme, 2011

  • A Phase I Evaluation of the Safety of Bortezomib with Biologic Proteosome 20S Activity Correlation and the Effects of Anticonvulsants in Adults with Recurrent Malignant Glioma., 2010

  • Patients' Choice Award, 2007-2009

  • Best Doctors (Best Doctors Inc.), 2011-2012

  • Castle Connoloy America Top Doctors for Cancer, 2006-2012

  • Top's American Oncologist Award, Consumer Research Council, 2008-2009

Locations

Practice

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center127 S San Vicente Blvd # A6600 Los Angeles, CA 90048
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Practice

Torrance Memotrial Medical Center Neuroscience23560 Crenshaw Blvd Ste 101 Torrance, CA 90505
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Torrance Memorial Medical Center

    3330 Lomita Blvd
    Torrance, CA 90505
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    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.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    8700 Beverly Blvd
    West Hollywood, CA 90048
    Recipient of 37
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    14% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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