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Robert P. Naftel MD

Associate Professor of Neurological Surgery
Insurance Plans Accepted

Areas of Expertise

  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Epilepsy
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Movement Disorders
  • Neurologic Surgery
  • Neurological Surgery
  • Neurosciences
  • Pediatric Developmental Medicine
  • Pediatric Neurologic Surgery
  • Pediatric Neurosurgery
  • Tumors of the Brain and Spinal Cord

Conditions and Treatments

  • Neurologic Surgery
  • Neurosciences
  • Pediatric Developmental Medicine

Locations

Vanderbilt Children's Neurosurgery
2200 Children's Way, 9th Floor
Nashville, TN 37232
Vanderbilt Children's Skull Base and Pituitary Surgery Center
2200 Children's Way, 9th Floor
Nashville, TN 37232
Vanderbilt Children's Spasticity Clinic
2200 Children's Way, 9th Floor
Nashville, TN 37232

Services

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - University of Alabama at Birmingham, 2006
  • Internship - University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System, 2007
  • Residency - University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System, 2012
  • Fellowship - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, 2013

Board Certifications

  • Neurological Surgery - American Board of Neurological Surgery, 2017

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Patient Comments

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Excellent!
February 25, 2025
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Dr Naftel took time to speak directly to my child and attempt to engage with her even though she is non-verbal. He acknowledged her and her experiences with surgery and explained things in a way she would also understand. He asked if I had questions and made sure we were all comfortable. I am thankful for his care for my daughter.
August 12, 2024
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I felt the doctor was very thorough and kind-he explained everything well and in detail, easing my concerns and answering all questions. I was appreciative of his knowledge and reassurance.
June 15, 2024
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