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Dr. Abhay Sanan, MD

Dr. Abhay Sanan, MD

Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Abhay Sanan, MD is a neurosurgeon in Tucson, AZ and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Sanan has extensive experience in Nervous System Neoplasms. He graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 158 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (158 reviews)

Practice

2450 E River Rd Tucson, AZ 85718
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(520) 795-7750

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sanan is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center Tucson, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurosurgery.

Dr. Sanan 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. Sanan 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.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Sanan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sanan

4.9

158 ratings, 120 with a written review
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
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Apr 22, 2025
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Telehealth
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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CSims – Jan 29, 2025
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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
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Edward Pennington – Sep 24, 2024
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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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Jul 16, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Dan W – May 30, 2024
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Kimberly Fore – Mar 25, 2024
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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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Ron Prideaux – Feb 22, 2024
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Dec 27, 2023
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Linda Head – Dec 21, 2023
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Carolyn P – Nov 29, 2023
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Albert Sulzer – Oct 29, 2023
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What could be improved
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3 people found this helpful
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Dominique Hernandez – Aug 31, 2023
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What could be improved
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2 people found this helpful
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May 03, 2023
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Sharon M. Wells – Apr 01, 2023
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Michael – Mar 29, 2023
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Dec 04, 2022
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Travis houghton – Nov 30, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Army War Vet ! – Aug 17, 2022
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Sandra Squier – Jul 29, 2022
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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
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Jun 22, 2022
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We strive to provide individualized care to our patients.

  • 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.

  • University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999

  • Mayo Clinic-minnesota

    Residency Hospital, 1997

  • University Of Minnesota Hospital & Clinic

    Internship Hospital, 1992

  • Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991

  • Boston University

    Undergraduate School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Sanan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Center for Neurosciences2450 E River Rd Tucson, AZ 85718
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Tucson Medical Center

      5301 E Grant Rd
      Tucson, AZ 85712
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

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      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

      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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