Gregory Velat, MD
Neurosurgery
Offers Video Visits Accepts New Patients
Locations for Gregory Velat, MD
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Daytona Beach
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AdventHealth Medical Group Neurosurgery at Daytona Beach
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DeLand
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AdventHealth Medical Group Neurosurgery at Victoria Park
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New Smyrna Beach
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AdventHealth Medical Group Neurosurgery at New Smyrna Beach
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Palm Coast
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AdventHealth Medical Group Neurosurgery at Palm Coast
Expertise of Gregory Velat, MD
- Biography
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Gregory Velat, MD, is a dual-fellowship trained, board-certified neurosurgeon with a passion for exceptional patient care and quality surgical outcomes. He received training in both neurological surgery and neurointerventional surgery from the University of Florida, as well as advanced training in open cerebrovascular/skull-base surgery at the top, nationally ranked, Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix, Arizona under the mentorship of world renowned, Robert Spetzler, MD. Dr. Velat enjoys challenging cranial and spinal surgeries and is an advocate for an initial conservative approach to neurosurgical pathology. During his tenure as Medical Director of Spine Surgery at AdventHealth Daytona Beach, his leadership played a vital role in achieving the Gold Seal of Approval for Spinal Surgery by the Joint Commission. He is an active member in the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Congress of Neurological Surgery and the Florida Neurosurgical Society and has authored many peer-reviewed research articles and book chapters.
Services
- Craniotomy
- Interventional Neurosurgery
- Stroke clot retrievals
- Aneurysm coiling
- Vascular Interventional Neurosurgery
- Lower-back surgery
- Spinal decompression and fusion
- Laminectomy
- Lumbar fusion
- Discectomy
- Surgery for peripheral nerve disorders
- Kyphoplasty
- Cervical laminectomy and fusion
- Intradural and extradural spinal canal tumors
- Chiari malformation surgery
- Evaluation and treatment of normal pressure Hydrocephalus
- Surgical treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Shunting for Hydrocephalus
- Carpal Tunnel and Ulnar nerve surgery
- Personal Interests
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Electric guitar, outdoor sports, distance running, and baseball memorabilia
- Care Philosophy
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Dedicated to provide the highest standard of precision and compassion in treating patients.
- Awards & Recognitions
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Haven Perkins Award for Academic Achievement, 2003University of Florida Neurological Surgery Medical Student Award, 2003Highest Annual ABNS Board Score Award, 2007University of Florida Neurosurgery Research Symposium Award, 2008University of Florida Department of Neurosurgery Charles "Chuck" Shank Award, 2008)
- Areas Served
- Daytona Beach, FL | New Smyrna Beach, FL | DeLand, FL | Palm Coast, FL
- Languages Spoken
- English
- Education
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University of Florida - College of Public Health and Health Professions
- Residencies
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Neurological Surgery at University of Florida Health Sciences Center
- Medical Organization Memberships and Committees
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Congress of Neurological Surgeons, American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Florida Neurosurgical Society, Florida Medical Association, American Medical Association
- Board Certification
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Neurological Surgery: The American Board of Neurological Surgery
- Ages Accepted
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Adults
Insurances accepted by Gregory Velat, MD
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The list below is for reference purposes only and is subject to change. Please check with your health plan to confirm that this doctor is included before scheduling an appointment.
- AARP
- AdventHealth Advantage Plan
- AdventHealth Advantage Plans (all plans – employee, Rosen, Medicare Advantage, Individual)
- Aetna
- Allegiance
- BCBS-FL
- Bright Health
- Cigna
- Devoted Health
- FL-Florida Hospital Care Advantage Medicare
- Florida Health Care
- Freedom Health
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