Christopher Duma

Dr Duma, Zoe, and staff provide world class genuine compassionate care, an amazing team.

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Dr Duma is a very caring physician with excellence patient care and follow up.

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Thorough and the ability to communicate effectively. He gives his patients confidence they are with the best!

Met Dr. Duma in 2009...and have received excellent service and support from him since then! And his staff too!

Dr Duma is so calming and reassuring. He makes me feel better after every appointment and he is a wonderful knowledgable Dr. I feel lucky to have him as my doctor

I couldn’t be happier with Dr. Duma and the staff at the Advanced Technology Pavilion! Having a brain tumor is one of the scariest things in the world, but everyone here is very friendly and caring, and they strive to make you comfortable. I am one of the lucky ones who continues to get great news every time I visit! I trust Dr. Duma with my life and thank him for his expertise! I couldn’t be happier with Dr. Duma and the staff at the Advanced Technology Pavilion! Having a brain tumor is one of the scariest things in the world, but everyone here is very friendly and caring, and they strive to make you comfortable. … More

I wish could put 0 stars and his license was taken away. This man destroyed my family member’s health. Their life has certainly shortened and he didn’t care at all that his surgeries gave their a head infection that has now lasted months. They has been in and out of the ER ever since. Do not trust this man.

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Dr Duma is a wonderful caring doctor. I had surgery for hydrocephalus and it was a great experience. My appointments were on time and his staff was great and very responsive.

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Very good doctor

I am a 37 y/o who has suffered with Essential Tremor since birth. When it came time to do DBS, I wanted to see the best… And that is Dr. Duma and his staff. They are prompt (your appointment will start on time!) and consummately professional. However, they treat you with kindness and respect, too… Which isn’t always the case with doctors! Even during a pandemic, he and his entire team made me feel so comfortable and heard. Ashley at the front desk who never fails to have a smile and genuinely cares about all the patients. Erin, who made what is usually a nerve-wrecking ordeal (telling all your information to yet *another* physician and his team… not to mention staple removal!) incredibly pleasant. Carol, the incomparable office manager who made the process of scheduling 3 surgeries (and all the MRI’s and COVID tests that went along with it!) seem like a breeze. The surgeries themselves were as smooth and pleasant as brain surgery can be. His team (I specifically remember Ciara and her trainee!) made me feel like an old friend. They made me so comfortable at every turn, and I never doubted I made the right choice. To top it off, the surgeries were an absolute success! For the first time in my life, I am tremor free! I can write my name and hold a full cup of coffee for the first time in years. I have a new life, and I owe that to Dr. Duma and all the amazing people who work with him. I am a 37 y/o who has suffered with Essential Tremor since birth. When it came time to do DBS, I wanted to see the best… And that is Dr. Duma and his staff. They are prompt (your appointment will start on time!) and consummately … More

Best neurosurgeon around. I spent 5 1/2 years looking for someone to treat my condition "Glossopharyl neuralgia" nobody knew about it or how to treat it. It got so bad I was being shocked every 3 to 4 minutes. Dr. Doma knew what it was and how to treat it. He did surgery "Mastoid Cranial" I have NOT been shocked since. I got my life back. Thank you Dr. Doma. Best neurosurgeon around. I spent 5 1/2 years looking for someone to treat my condition "Glossopharyl neuralgia" nobody knew about it or how to treat it. It got so bad I was being shocked every 3 to 4 minutes. Dr. Doma knew what it was and … More

Dr.Duma is an amazing surgeon! He was very informative and thorough in his approach to my emergency craniotomy. His personal touch to communicate and include my husband and sons every step of the way was very touching at such a scary time for my family. I will forever be grateful that he was the surgeon on call when I was admitted to emergency. It was my lucky day.

I am a 37 y/o who has suffered with Essential Tremor since birth. When it came time to do DBS, I wanted to see the best… And that is Dr. Duma and his staff. They are prompt (your appointment will start on time!) and consummately professional. However, they treat you with kindness and respect, too… Which isn’t always the case with doctors! Even during a pandemic, he and his entire team made me feel so comfortable and heard. Ashley at the front desk who never fails to have a smile and genuinely cares about all the patients. Erin, who made what is usually a nerve-wrecking ordeal (telling all your information to yet *another* physician and his team… not to mention staple removal!) incredibly pleasant. Carol, the incomparable office manager who made the process of scheduling 3 surgeries (and all the MRI’s and COVID tests that went along with it!) seem like a breeze! The surgeries themselves were as smooth and pleasant as brain surgery can be. His team (I specifically remember Ciara and her

I had my surgery with Dr Duma in Jan 2014 and gamma knife in Feb 2014. The whole process was done without any problems. I have been monitored by Dr. Duma and his physician assistant for the last 6 years and the staffs has always been pleasant.

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Awesome Doctor

Really good first visit.

Adjusting my brain shunt was quick and easy.

We so appreciated Dr. Duma!

Dr. Duma only gets 5 stars because 1,000 stars wasn't an option.

Exceptionally qualifed and he immediately made me comfortable. My treatment plan was fully explained and I look forward the results.

Took the time to explain the condition with printed literature. Answered questions and gave options for treatment. Made us comfortable and hopeful. Displayed confidence in his skills.

Dr. Duma was very imformative and answered all of our questions and many more, that weren't asked. My overall experience with Dr. Duma was outstanding!

On initial visit and receiving unwelcomed news, Dr Duma was compassionate and clear in explaining the situation and his assessment. We feel we are in the best hands for what lies ahead and in Dr Duma’s expertise in the treatment of brain cancer. Phil and Kathy Garr On initial visit and receiving unwelcomed news, Dr Duma was compassionate and clear in explaining the situation and his assessment. We feel we are in the best hands for what lies ahead and in Dr Duma’s expertise in the treatment of brain … More

Dr. Christopher Duma has been treating me for my Melanoma cancer in my brain. He's a great listener and a great Neurosurgeon. I feel in good hands with him through this rough journey.

First and very important. The appointment begins at the scheduled time. Next, The assistant is there to meet with you and as I was a new patient she took the time to listen, ask questions and document what I was saying. Very thorough. And finally, Dr. Duma takes the time to explain things clearly, show scans and MRIs when necessary to explain and never brushes off any questions, but answers them honestly and directly. Since my visit does not need a follow up I will not see Dr. Duma or his staff again. But it was a pleasant experience. Then I went to my next doctor. Waited 1 hour to start a scheduled appointment :-( ! First and very important. The appointment begins at the scheduled time. Next, The assistant is there to meet with you and as I was a new patient she took the time to listen, ask questions and document what I was saying. Very thorough. … More

I was treated by Dr. Christopher Duma initially in January of 2019, some 20 months ago with a stage four cancerous tumor — GBM. I have consistently received thorough and frank information on my condition and have nothing but complete trust in Dr. Duma's skill level.  He is a brilliant brain surgeon, and in his skillful hands, I've had multiple successful Gamma Knife, Leading-Edge, and traditional surgeries.  He is a consummate professional, and his encouragement and positive attitude have given my family and me the will to keep going. I was treated by Dr. Christopher Duma initially in January of 2019, some 20 months ago with a stage four cancerous tumor — GBM. I have consistently received thorough and frank information on my condition and have nothing but complete trust … More

We so appreciated the time Dr Duma took to educate us on my husband’s condition. He was personable, not rushed and gathered information before making a recommendation. We are confident in his knowledge and ability and are grateful that we have found the right doctor.

Dr. Duma is a wonderful, no-nonsense brain surgeon.  We came to him after mediocre experiences with two other surgeons.   He quickly understood the nature and scope of my mother-in-law's Hydrocephalus and was able to correct it quickly and effectively.  We could have saved months in a rehabilitation hospital had we known of him first.   He has our deep gratitude and highest recommendation!

I first met Dr. Duma for a consultation for DBS surgery. I was a little nervous with the thought of brain surgery. Dr. Duma put my mind at rest. He throughly explained every aspect of my surgery and answered all of my questions. The surgery was a success and was truly life changing. I will be forever grateful to Dr. Duma and his team. I highly recommend Dr. Duma, please don’t hesitate to make an appointment.

Follow up Dec. 19 with Dr Michael Vogelbaum. Probably start radiation/chemotherapy

Diagnosed at 19 waited until 82 for surgery. The professional treatment given by Dr. Duma and the staff was outstanding. I couldn't complain about anything including everyone at Hoag Hospital. It has been 1 1/2 years now and I feel wonderful. Sorry I waited so long. Follow up treatment is very good also.

Dr. Duma and his first class staff quickly diagnosed my meningioma that was successfully removed through surgery with minimal side effects. Due to Dr. Duma and his team's expertise in neurosurgery, my recovery has been swift and without complications. Dr. Duma has taken the time to educate me on my condition as well as my treatment options. Dr. Duma and his staff are friendly, efficient, optimistic and helpful. I am deeply grateful to them for their excellent medical care.

My breast cancer traveled to my brain. I had 6 tumors. Dr. Duma took care of all of them! One was so big he had to do brain surgery to remove it, the others he did radiosurgery with the gamma knife. Dr. Duma is a neurosurgeon specialist, the top in his field. My last MRI showed my brain free of cancer, thank you Dr. Duma!! I always felt that I was in the best of hands with Dr. Duma and his entire staff. Dr. Duma and his team, the Hoag Brain and Spine Surgeons of Orange County, deserve a higher rating than excellent...they are miracle workers, and just downright amazing!

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Truly a genius.

I have had multipe brian surgeries for different conditions. I will NEVER let another neurosurgeon operate on me ever. He is the BEST.

I have visited Dr. Christopher Duma both for Gamma Knife leading edge a year ago as well as an his supervision of a MRI Spectroscopy / PET MRI Brain Oncologic recently conducted at the Hoag Hospital. Mr. Duma and his physician assistants are all very helpful and knowledgeable in their experience, and I appreciate all of them very much.

He saved my life by performing an emergency craniotomy when I was brought in to Hoag ER.

His work was excellent His staff friendly Only problem he says things like discharge and forgets . Says he will call with biopsy did not. And when confronted not very nice. For these reasons I recommend him if you want a neurosurgeon in the burbs.

Corrected a misdiagnosis by other doctors for my problem. Entire visit by staff and doctor was pleasant and very efficient.

Absolutely wonderful Doctor! So professional and informative and helpful through all that myself and my family are dealing with ! Highly recommend! Thank you Dr. Duma and staff

Dr Duma and his marvelous team got me tumor free (4 tumors!) within 6 weeks of diagnosis. Two surgeries and gamma knife therapy and I was only in the hospital a total of 4 days and missed only one week of work. He and his team were efficient, warm, friendly and optimistic. I love these people! Thank you!

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My experience with Dr Duma was outstanding. He addressed the problem with concern and operated in one week. Dr Duma removed a tumor of the brain completely and I have had no re-occurrence of the malignancy. Rod M Jones

Dr. Duma did multiple DBS surgeries on me for my Parkinson's Disease and Essential Tremors. He is an outstanding doctor and very compassionate. I would highly recommend him to anyone!

I can't express my gratitude for the care I've received from Dr. Duma. He explained the details of my condition, the surgical options and the prognosis in a very detailed, easy-to-undertand and compassionate manner. I am fortunate that my prognosis is good. Dr. Duma and his staff have been helpful and caring through every step of my treatment. I am grateful to have found him!

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Dr. Duma is impressive. He is professional and personable. It seems he is the only Gamma Knife specialist in town and he just might be the best. Unfortunately, the professionalism of his office staff does not sinc with Dr. Duma's. From the office manager down to the receptionist, At the other end of the phone at Dr. Duma's office, you will find unprofessionalism, disorganization, rudeness and poor communication. Perhaps because Dr. Duma is never in the office. I don't blame him.

We are so thankful and Blessed to have the best Neurosurgeon in Orange County. My husband had a stroke in the year 2015 and was put in a coma. Dr Duma scheduled a Surgery for my husband to implant a Shunt which led to my husbands recovery from the Stroke. Dr Duma is outstanding, caring, Skillful, and awesome doctor. Thank you so much Dr Duma for saving my husbands life.

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The best! My wife had Chairi surgery and Dr. Duma not only conducted a successful surgery but was very thorough and professional in every aspect from start to finish. 5 STAR AND HIGHLY Recommend!

I'm Martha Baraggiotta a Dr Duma survivor ,from the last Aneurysm i got on November 14th 2014 all the time i have to said in my name and my family name thank you !!Dr Duma to save my life" also to all ICU team for the good care i been received in Hoag Hospital . From the bottom of my heart Thank you Dr Duma ' you are the best!! Martha B

I have been seeing Dr. Duma since January 2013, when he did my brain surgery for Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM). He is an excellent surgeon. He is also a pioneer of the Gamma Knife procedure for GBM, which he used on me in October 2014, when my tumor had begun to spread. I credit that procedure and his skill for the quality of life I have today. I go in for follow ups every 3 months but I have been in remission since that time.

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THE best doctor that I've ever own. Very compassionate, intelligent, honest; everything one needs in a doctor.

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Dr. Duma saved my life. I was diagnosed with Stage 4 breast cancer which metastasized to my brain. Dr. Duma performed 5 gamma knife procedures and 3 craniotomies 5 years ago. I'm still here and I thank Dr. Duma for his caring and his skill. I still see him for check ups and he is still as charming as ever. God bless him.

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Dr. Christopher Duma is a top flight surgeon. He preformed gamma knife surgeries on multiple tumors of the brain for me. This has during February and March of this year. There are no new or active tumurs as of July 2, 2016. Great news thanks to GOD and a great surgeon like Dr. Duma.

Have had to have 2 Gamma Knifes and Dr Duma performed both. 2 different reasons a brain tumor and a trigeminal neuralgia issue...both are now not an issue for me! Yay!

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I was referred to Dr. Duma for a meningioma. I had an excellent experience both in his office and at the Advanced Technology Pavilion at Hoag, where I received Gamma Knife treatment.

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Doctor Duma is amazing. If your trying to find the right neurologist, he's your guy. He's thorough, knowledgable and has the best bed side manner. He changed my quality of life and I'm no longer in pain 24/7. I'm so grateful.