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Best Neurologists in Torrance

Written by Andrew Le, MD

Updated November 22, 2024

Introduction to Neurology in Torrance, California

Overview of neurology as a medical specialty

Neurology is a medical specialty focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves.

Neurologists in Torrance handle a wide range of conditions, from headaches and seizures to more complex disorders like multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease.

The importance of choosing the right neurologist

Selecting an appropriate neurologist is essential for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of neurological conditions.

When choosing a neurologist in Torrance, consider factors such as their experience, subspecialties, patient reviews, and communication style.


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List of Neurologists in Torrance

DH

Dr. Deborah Holder

5.0

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 423-7779

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MEDICAL CENTER (Medical School, 1994)

English

Clinical Neurophysiology

Neurology

Pediatric Neurology

ET

Dr. Eric Tamrazian

5.0

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(323) 293-7171

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Neurology

Dr. Dhrupad Joshi

Dr. Dhrupad Joshi

5.0

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Gujarati, Hindi, Punjabi

Phone

(310) 222-2345

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Harbor / UCLA (Residency Hospital)

Harbor/UCLA (Fellowship Hospital, 2019)

Touro (Medical School, 2014)

UCLA (Undergraduate School, 2009)

University of California at Los Angeles (Undergraduate School, 2009)

English

Gujarati

Hindi

Punjabi

Neurology

ML

Dr. Monica Lavian

5.0

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 214-0811

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Western University of Health Sciences (Medical School)

English

Neurology

JV

Dr. Jeff Victoroff

5.0

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 542-9988

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Case Western Reserve University (Medical School, 1982)

English

Psychiatry

Neurology

Dr. Alireza Showraki

Dr. Alireza Showraki

5.0

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 423-6472

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Neurology

CD

Dr. Christopher Distasio

5.0

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 325-5111

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Los Angeles County Harbor - UCLA Medical Center (Residency Hospital, 2001)

St Mary Medical Center (Internship Hospital, 1998)

Brown University Alpert Medical School (Medical School, 1997)

English

Neurology

MD

Dr. Michelle Dougherty

5.0

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 214-0811

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Drexel University (Medical School, 2006)

English

Neurology

GL

Dr. Gerald Lim

5.0

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Burmese

Phone

(909) 558-2880

Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy (Medical School, 1977)

English

Burmese

Neurology

BM

Dr. Beth McQuiston

5.0

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 222-2912

English

Neurology

SV

Dr. Samra Vazirian

4.9

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(424) 212-5360

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Neurology

Dr. Naveed Wagle

Dr. Naveed Wagle

4.9

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 449-5265

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Neurology

Dr. Farah Villanueva

Dr. Farah Villanueva

4.9

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English, Spanish

Phone

(310) 374-8191

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (Medical School, 2011)

English

Spanish

Neurology

Dr. Natalie Diaz

Dr. Natalie Diaz

4.8

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(424) 212-5361

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Royal College Of Surgeons In Ireland, National University Of Ireland, School Of Medicine (Medical School, 2000)

English

Neurology

Dr. Ben Tseng

Dr. Ben Tseng

4.7

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(312) 942-6700

American Board of Internal Medicine

American Board of Emergency Medicine

Barnes - Jewish Hospital (Residency Hospital, 2006)

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (Medical School, 2003)

English

Neurology

Dr. Santosh Kesari

Dr. Santosh Kesari

4.7

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Spanish, Telugu

Phone

(310) 582-7640

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (Internship Hospital, 2000)

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine (Medical School, 1996)

English

Spanish

Telugu

Neurology

Headache Management

Medical Oncology

VA

Dr. Vilakshan Alambyan

4.7

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 423-6472

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Neurology

NR

Dr. Nazila Rad

4.4

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English, Persian

Phone

(424) 383-1045

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (Fellowship Hospital)

Kaiser Permanente -- LAMC (Residency Hospital)

Montefiore Med Ctr-Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Internship Hospital)

ISFAHAN UNIVERSITY / FACULTY OF MEDICINE (Medical School, 2004)

English

Persian

Neurology

Clinical Neurophysiology

Dr. Monquen Huang

Dr. Monquen Huang

4.3

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Chinese, Mandarin, Mandarin

Phone

(310) 517-7021

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Harbor-UCLA Medical Center (Fellowship Hospital, 2013)

UCSF Fresno, University Medical Center (Internship Hospital, 2009)

University of Michigan Medical School (Medical School, 2008)

Cornell University (Undergraduate School, 1999)

Weill Cornell Medical College (Undergraduate School, 1999)

English

Chinese

Mandarin

Mandarin

Neurology

Dr. Jeffrey Kim

Dr. Jeffrey Kim

3.6

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Korean

Phone

(310) 517-7021

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Harbor-UCLA Medical Center (Fellowship Hospital)

Cleveland Clinic (Internship Hospital)

Wayne State University School of Medicine (Medical School)

Duke University (Undergraduate School)

English

Korean

Neurology

GR

Dr. George Rederich

3.5

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 376-9492

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Ucla Med Ctr/ucla D Geffen School (Residency Hospital)

University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine (Medical School, 1976)

English

Neurology

AK

Dr. Amir Khoiny

3.5

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(888) 515-3500

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

University of Hawaii at Manoa John A. Burns School of Medicine (Medical School, 2002)

English

Neurology

Neuromuscular Medicine

LJ

Dr. Laura Jong

3.4

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 373-7310

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School (Medical School, 1991)

English

Neurology

SM

Dr. Scott Miller

3.4

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 325-5111

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Neurology

MT

Dr. Michael Thompson

3.3

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(562) 430-4513

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Wayne State University (Medical School)

English

Neurology

DH

Dr. David Hannauer

3.1

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 325-5111

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY / SACRAMENTO / COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (Medical School, 2001)

English

Neurology

SB

Dr. Sunitha Bharadia

3.0

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 802-6720

KARNATAK UNIVERSITY / KARNATAK MEDICAL COLLEGE (Medical School, 1994)

English

Neurology

Pediatric Neurology

KY

Dr. Kian-Ti Yu

3.0

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 427-3910

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

American Board of Pediatrics

Kings Co Hosp-Bklyn Hsc (Residency Hospital, 1989)

Medical College of Georgia Hospital and Clinic (Residency Hospital, 1989)

National Institutes Of Health Clinical Center (Fellowship Hospital, 1989)

Philippine General Hospital (Internship Hospital, 1982)

University of The Philippines College of Medicine (Medical School, 1981)

English

Neurology

Dr. Kimberly Pargeon

Dr. Kimberly Pargeon

3.0

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(424) 306-4000

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

New York Presbyterian Hospital Columbia University Medical Center (Fellowship Hospital, 2010)

University of Maryland Medical Center (Residency Hospital, 2009)

Ohio State University College of Medicine (Medical School, 2005)

English

Neurology

BU

Dr. Bernard Ullman

3.0

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 376-9492

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Thomas Jefferson University (Medical School, 1978)

English

Neurology

Dr. David Edelman

Dr. David Edelman

2.8

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 316-0021

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Harbor-University Of California, Los Angeles Medical Center (Fellowship Hospital)

Union University (Residency Hospital)

Northwestern University (Medical School)

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Medical School)

Albany Memorial Hospital (Internship Hospital, 1981)

English

Neurology

JH

Dr. Julia Hsiao

2.7

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 214-0811

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Des Moines University (Medical School, 2007)

English

Neurology

SC

Dr. Schenley Co

2.7

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Chinese, Spanish

Phone

(310) 377-2202

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Medical School, 1979)

English

Chinese

Spanish

Neurology

CG

Dr. Craig German

2.3

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 214-0811

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Neurology

JR

Dr. Jeannie Rhee

2.3

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(424) 328-2400

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Neurology

Dr. Aaron McMurtray

Dr. Aaron McMurtray

1.0

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(615) 936-0060

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

La Co Harbor Ucla Medical Center (Residency Hospital)

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (Medical School)

English

Neurology

BM

Dr. Bijal Mehta

1.0

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 222-3897

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

MEMORIAL HOSPITAL OF NEWFOUNDLAND (Medical School, 2005)

English

Neurology

GP

Dr. Gordon Peterson

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 558-2880

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Loma Linda University (Medical School, 1974)

English

Clinical Neurophysiology

Neurology

LU

Dr. Lori Uber-Zak

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 558-2880

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (Medical School, 1995)

English

Clinical Neurophysiology

Neurology

DN

Dr. David Naylor

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 268-4983

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Harbor-UCLA (Fellowship Hospital)

University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine (Residency Hospital)

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Medical School, 1994)

English

Clinical Neurophysiology

Neurology

KT

Dr. Keli Tahara

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(808) 485-4250

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Clinical Neurophysiology

Neurology

CY

Dr. Christina Yuen

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(424) 212-5360

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Neurology

NL

Nobel Lin

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 329-8631

English

Neurology

Physician Assistant (PA)

KK

Dr. Kevin Kapur

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 517-7021

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Neurology

MK

Dr. Marie Kim

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 794-1195

English

Neurology

MC

Dr. Marcus Cimino

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(215) 435-2438

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Neurology

SN

Dr. Shivani Naik

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 423-6472

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Neurology

LC

Dr. Luis Chui

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Cantonese

Phone

(714) 456-2332

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

NATIONAL HIGHER UNIVERSITY OF SAN MARCOS / ACADEMY OF HUMAN MEDICINE (Medical School, 1966)

English

Cantonese

Neurology

HJ

Dr. Hugh McIntyre Jr

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 222-3898

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

University of Florida (Medical School, 1962)

English

Neurology

SC

Dr. Scott Caganap

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 303-6833

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Drexel University (Medical School, 2013)

English

Neurology

Neurocritical Care

DV

Dr. Dallas De La Vara

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(424) 306-4000

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Neurology

JP

Dr. Jie Pan

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 517-7021

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Neurology

FF

Dr. Fred Freedman

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 325-5111

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES (Medical School, 1972)

English

Neurology

AM

Dr. Angud Mehdi

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 423-6472

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Neurology

JK

Dr. John Kelsey

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(510) 204-4635

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / SAINT PAUL CAMPUS (Medical School)

English

Psychiatry

Neurology

SS

Dr. Sandeep Singh

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(424) 306-7670

English

Neurology

JL

Dr. Jongserk Lee

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(424) 306-4000

English

Neurology

JB

Dr. Jeffrey Bounds

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 825-7084

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Loma Linda University (Medical School, 1972)

English

Neurology

MM

Dr. Margaret Moscato

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 222-2409

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Emory University School of Medicine (Medical School, 2008)

English

Neurology

Neuromuscular Medicine

HL

Dr. Han Lee

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(510) 454-3180

English

Neurology

JL

Dr. Joshua Lee

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 423-6472

English

Neurology

HL

Dr. Henry Lee

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(650) 723-4000

American Board of Nuclear Medicine

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

University of Illinois College of Medicine (Medical School, 2005)

English

Neurology

CM

Dr. Cynthia Mayer

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

American Board of Nuclear Medicine

American Osteopathic Board of Neurology & Psychiatry

English

Neurology

Nuclear Medicine

RG

Dr. Roberto Gomez

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 423-6472

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Neurology

RM

Dr. Ravi Menon

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(206) 215-3958

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Rush University (Medical School, 2002)

English

Vascular Neurology

Neurology

YN

Dr. Yih Nien

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(424) 212-5360

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

PONTIFICAL CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF CHILE / FACULTY OF MEDICINE (Medical School, 2001)

English

Vascular Neurology

Neurology

KK

Dr. Kassi Kronfeld

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(424) 306-7670

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Vascular Neurology

Neurology

Neurocritical Care

BP

Dr. Benedict Pereira

N/A

Torrance, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 423-6472

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

St. Georges University School of Medicine (Medical School)

English

Vascular Neurology

Neurology

Finding a Neurologist in Torrance

Overview of the neurologist selection process

Researching available options

  • Utilize online resources such as Healthgrades
  • Consider factors like education, certifications, and patient ratings

Evaluating qualifications and expertise

  • Check board certifications in neurology
  • Review subspecialties and areas of focus

Key factors to consider when choosing a neurologist

Patient ratings and reviews

  • Examine star ratings from previous patients
  • Read detailed reviews to understand patient experiences

Language and communication

  • Consider neurologists who speak your preferred language
  • Assess the importance of multilingual capabilities

Accessibility and location

  • Evaluate office locations within Torrance
  • Consider proximity to your home or work

Resources for finding neurologists in Torrance

Online platforms and directories

  • Utilize Healthgrades and similar healthcare review websites
  • Explore hospital and medical group directories

Professional referrals

  • Seek recommendations from primary care physicians
  • Consult with other healthcare professionals for referrals

Top-Rated Neurologists in Torrance

Dr. Dhrupad Joshi

Education and Certifications

  • DO from Touro (2014)
  • Certified by American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
  • Fellowship at Harbor/UCLA (2019)

Languages and Patient Ratings

  • Fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Punjabi
  • 5.0-star rating based on 6 patient reviews
  • Contact: (310) 222-2345

Dr. Naveed Wagle

Experience and Specializations

  • Certified by American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
  • Focuses on general neurology

Patient Reviews and Contact Information

  • 4.9-star rating based on 72 patient reviews
  • Contact: (310) 449-5265

Dr. Farah Villanueva

Background and Areas of Expertise

  • DO from Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (2011)
  • Certified by American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Patient Satisfaction and Accessibility

  • 4.9-star rating based on 99 patient reviews
  • Fluent in English and Spanish
  • Contact: (310) 374-8191

Dr. Samra Vazirian

Qualifications and Board Certifications

  • Certified by American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
  • Specializes in general neurology

Patient Feedback and Contact Details

  • 4.9-star rating based on 129 patient reviews
  • Contact: (424) 212-5360

Dr. Natalie Diaz

Educational Background and Specialties

  • MD from Royal College Of Surgeons In Ireland (2000)
  • Certified by American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Patient Ratings and Office Information

  • 4.8-star rating based on 20 patient reviews
  • Contact: (424) 212-5361

Additional Considerations When Choosing a Neurologist in Torrance

Subspecialties within Neurology

Vascular Neurology

  • Highlight Dr. Yih Nien and Dr. Benedict Pereira, specialists in Vascular Neurology
  • Explain the focus on stroke prevention, diagnosis, and treatment

Neuromuscular Medicine

  • Mention Dr. Margaret Moscato's expertise in Neuromuscular Medicine
  • Discuss conditions treated, such as muscular dystrophy and peripheral neuropathies

Clinical Neurophysiology

  • Note Dr. Deborah Holder's specialization in Clinical Neurophysiology
  • Explain the role in diagnosing conditions like epilepsy and sleep disorders

Language and Cultural Considerations

Multilingual Neurologists

  • Highlight Dr. Dhrupad Joshi's ability to speak English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Punjabi
  • Mention Dr. Farah Villanueva's proficiency in English and Spanish

Cultural Competence

  • Discuss the importance of cultural understanding in neurological care
  • Emphasize how language skills can enhance patient-doctor communication

Accessibility and Practice Information

Office Locations

  • Provide information on neurologists' practice locations in Torrance
  • Mention any neurologists offering telemedicine services

Insurance and Payment Options

  • Advise patients to verify insurance coverage with chosen neurologists
  • Suggest inquiring about payment plans or sliding scale fees if applicable