Dr. Frank Coufal M.D., F.A.C.S.
About Dr. Frank Coufal M.D., F.A.C.S.
Dr. Frank Coufal is the Medical Director of Neurotrama at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and a board-certified neurosurgeon at La Jolla Neurosurgical Associates, AMC.
Title and Current Roles
Dr. Frank Coufal M.D., F.A.C.S. is the Medical Director of Neurotrama at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. He also practices as a Board Certified Neurosurgeon at La Jolla Neurosurgical Associates, AMC and holds a position as a Physician in an incorporated solo practice at OC Medical Group in Orange County, California. Additionally, he is a Diplomate of the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Frank Coufal studied at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, earning his M.D. in Neurology Surgery from 1984 to 1988. Prior to that, he completed a double major in Biological Sciences and History, achieving a B.A.S. from Stanford University between 1980 and 1984. His extensive education provides a solid foundation for his expertise in neurological surgery.
Background and Experience
Since 2005, Dr. Frank Coufal has served as the Medical Director of Neurotrama and Neurosurgical Emergency Services at Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla. He works with a dedicated team at La Jolla Neurosurgical Associates, AMC, using state-of-the-art technologies to improve patient outcomes in neurosurgical procedures. His role involves providing compassionate care for patients with central nervous system and spinal column maladies.
Achievements and Certifications
Dr. Frank Coufal holds the title of Diplomate from the American Board of Neurological Surgery, indicating his high level of expertise and certification in the field. He is actively engaged in utilizing advanced technologies to enhance patient outcomes in neurosurgery. His contributions to the field and his leadership roles in various medical institutions highlight his significant achievements.