Peter Nakaji, MD
Neurosurgery
About Peter Nakaji and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
Specializing In
Interests Activities
Research and Publications
Hospital Affiliations
Preferred Phone Number
Video
Locations
- Banner Health Center plus at Arcadia
- 4200 East Camelback Road, Suite 202, Phoenix, AZ 85018
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- Banner - University Medicine Neurosurgery Clinic
- 755 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85006
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Expertise
Education
Barrow Neurological Institute at St Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
Fellowship, Cerebrovascular/Skull Base Surgery, 2004University of California - San Diego
Residency, Neurosurgery, 2003University of California - San Diego
Medical Education, 1995Board Certifications
Neurosurgery
American Board of Neurological Surgery, 2009Insurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Health Care
- AHCCCS
- Arizona Complete Health
- Arizona Foundation
- Arizona Medical Network/PHCS/Beech Street
- Arizona Physicians IPA
- AZ Foundation for Medical Care
- Banner Aetna
- Banner Medicare Advantage DSNP
- Banner Medicare Advantage HMO
- Banner Medicare Advantage PPO
- Banner University Family Care ACC
- Banner University Family Care ALTCS
- BCBS Blue Alliance (BHN Acclaim)
- Blue AZ Advantage
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield AZ
- Care1st
- Cigna (CAC)
- Cigna CAC COVID Care
- Cigna Healthcare AZ
- Evercare
- First Health
- Fortified Provider Network
- Fortified Provider Network PPO
- Health Choice
- Health Choice of Arizona
- Health Net Federal Services
- HealthNet
- Humana
- Humana Health Plan
- Imperial Insurance Co
- Kaiser Permanente
- Magellan Healthcare
- Medicare
- Mercy Care
- Oscar Health
- P3 Health Partners
- Provider Network of America
- Railroad Medicare
- State Comp
- TriCare
- United Commercial ACO
- United Healthcare
- United Healthcare AZ
- United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
- United Medicare Complete
- USA Managed Care
Testimonials
4.9 out of 5.0
223 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2024
World renowned Neurosurgeon was very personable and explained my issues and treatment options very well. Also answered all of our questions in depth
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/22/2024
Dr Nakaji is a Superb doctor. Very professional, courteous and compassionate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2024
Dr Nakaji is truly one of a kind. He listens to everything I had to say and addressed every question. He did not rush me and felt as if he genuinely cared.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2024
Very knowledgeable, respectful and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2024
Dr. Nakaji took all the time I needed to understand the procedure. Post procedure care was excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2024
I felt safe and comfortable with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2024
He is an expert in his field. Diligent and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2023
He is a wonderful person and doctor. Truly has the Aloha Spirit!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2023
Professional, knowledgeable and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/26/2023
Dr. Understands my condition, and was very easy to talk to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2023
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2023
So knowledgeable and really explains things for a better understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2023
The world needs more doctors like Dr Nakaji! He is not only a world renowned neurosurgeon but a kind human being who takes his time explaining very difficult procedures, makes you feel secure in making difficult decisions and is so incredibly skilled and competent. His staff is wonderful and I would be remiss not to shout out to Dr Zhao his fellow. I'm so grateful to be under his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2023
He is an amazing surgeon. Explained everything in a manner that was easy to understand and comforting.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/21/2023
Only had one appointment but so far he was great. Fully explained the issue and care plan going forward, answered all my questions and didn't make me feel rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2023
Extremely competent, very nice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2023
Very caring, patient and answered all my questions expertly and respectfully!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2023
He didn't rush us out. Took all the time we needed to understand as well as showed compassion for my situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2023
Dr. Nakaji is an exceptional doctor and I am very grateful for his expertise and care.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2023
Professional. Thoughtful and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2023
Very personable and spoke so you could understand everything about your problem. I really liked him. Thank you for having him on your staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2023
He is an amazing person. He explained all of my options and then the procedure to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2023
He addressed my issue in a satisfactory manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2023
He is friendly and intelligent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2023
He is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2023
Extremely knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2023
Dr. Nakaji is awesome. Highly skilled and the best in his field. His time with me was very informative and not rushed. He took time to answer all of my questions in a way I could understand and showed me pictures. He put me at ease and addressed all of my concerns. He is calm, reassuring and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/17/2023
He's a very concerned and kind doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2023
I have been a patient of Dr. Nakaji for almost 15 years and really appreciate his excellent treatment/care and guidance as well as kind and compassionate approach to patient care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2023
Dr. Nakaji's experience and credentials are impressive. His interaction with me was very professional, friendly and supportive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2023
The man has a great personality. He is most agreeable and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2023
He was very friendly, kind and explained everything thoroughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2023
He is the absolute best in his field of practice and also is a very good person. We are so grateful for his professionalism and knowledge and helping to heal my mother.