The 20 Best Herniated Disc Surgery Doctors in California, US

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The 20 Best Herniated Disc Surgery Doctors in California, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 539 doctor with experience in Herniated Disc Surgery near California, US. Of these, 460 are Experienced, 75 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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539 providers found
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery

    Desert Orthopedic Center A Medical Group Inc

    39000 Bob Hope Dr, 
    Rancho Mirage, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amir Tahernia is an Orthopedics provider in Rancho Mirage, California. Dr. Tahernia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Laminectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Aaron Clark
    Distinguished in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Neurosurgery

    Neurosurgery At San Francisco Parnassus

    400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Aaron Clark is a neurosurgeon specializing in minimally invasive outpatient procedures for lumbar and cervical herniated discs and stenosis, as well as minimally invasive lumbar fusion surgery. These procedures are associated with shorter recovery times and less postoperative pain than standard surgeries, and almost all patients can return home the same day. Clark earned his medical and postdoctoral degrees from Virginia Commonwealth University. He completed his neurosurgery residency at UCSF, where he developed his interest in spine surgery and began publishing research on spinal oncology, spine biomechanics, spinal deformities and neurophysiological monitoring during spine surgery. In 2014, he completed a fellowship in minimally invasive spine surgery at the Semmes Murphey Neurologic and Spine Institute in Memphis, Tennessee, under the mentorship of Dr. Kevin Foley, a pioneer of minimally invasive spine surgery. Dr. Clark is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Epidural Abscess, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Tyler G. Smith
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Orthopedics

    Sierra Spine Institute

    5 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite 120, 
    Roseville, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tyler Smith is an Orthopedics provider in Roseville, California. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

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    Sean K. Keem
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Orthopedics

    Sansum Clinic Foothill Medical & Surgical Center Orthopedics

    4151 Foothill Road, Building A & B, 
    Santa Barbara, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sean Keem is an Orthopedics provider in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Keem is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Lee A. Tan
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Neurosurgery

    Neurosurgery At San Francisco Parnassus

    400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lee Tan is a neurosurgeon with expertise in both minimally invasive and traditional open surgical techniques for patients with various spinal disorders. The conditions he treats include scoliosis, kyphosis, flat back syndrome, chin-on-chest deformity, cervical disc herniation, cervical stenosis, ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament, lumbar disc herniation, spinal stenosis and spondylolisthesis. Trained in neurological and orthopedic spine surgery, he can assess patients from an interdisciplinary perspective. Tan's research interests include spinal biomechanics, motion-preservation surgical techniques and improving surgical outcomes for patients with spinal deformities. Tan received his medical degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine. He then completed a residency in neurological surgery at Rush University Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in complex spine surgery at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Tan is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Congress of Neurological Surgeons and North American Spine Society. Dr. Tan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Epidural Abscess, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Christopher D. Summa
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery

    PAMF - Neurosurgery

    1661 Soquel Dr, Bldg F, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Summa is an Orthopedics provider in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Summa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Summa is currently accepting new patients.

    David D. Yeh
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Neurosurgery

    Sutter Health Ambulatory Care Center And Surgery Center

    2506 Samaritan Court, Floor 2, 
    San Jose, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Yeh is a Neurosurgery provider in San Jose, California. Dr. Yeh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Myelopathy, Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Yeh is currently accepting new patients.

    Christopher O. Neubuerger
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery

    Christopher O. Neubuerger, MD Inc.

    3941 J St, Ste 370, 
    Sacramento, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    With more than 24 years of experience and thousands of successful spine operations performed, Dr. Neubuerger is an expert in his field. He specializes in all aspects of spine disorders of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. He has published chapters in medical textbooks on spine surgery and conducted lectures on a variety of topics in the field of spine surgery.Dr. Neubuerger is dedicated to ensuring the highest quality of care for his patients. He believes in a patient centered approach to care and puts you, his patient, at the center of the decision-making process. From the initial patient evaluation to the end of your course of treatment, you will be seen and evaluated by Dr. Neubuerger. Dr. Neubuerger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Anh X. Le
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Orthopedics

    Alpine Orthopaedic Med. Grp.

    2488 N California St, 
    Stockton, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients

    Anh Le is an Orthopedics provider in Stockton, California. Dr. Le is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Sciatica, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Le is currently accepting new patients.

    Michael J. Dorsi
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Neurosurgery | Neurology

    UCLA Health

    6633 Telephone Rd, Ste 100, 
    Ventura, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Michael Dorsi, MD is a neurosurgery specialist in Ventura, CA and has been practicing for 6 years. He specializes in neurosurgery, neurological spine surgery.Dr. Dorsi is a Board-Certified, Fellowship trained Neurosurgeon that has been providing top-notch care to the Ventura County community since 2012. He was born and raised in Stirling, NJ. The fundamental value of helping others and service to the community was instilled in him at an early age by his mother who worked as a nurse and later director of religious education at the local church and father who served the community as a police officer. After completing high school, he attended The Johns Hopkins University and graduated Phi Beta Kappa with Highest Honors and a degree in Neuroscience. He then earned a medical degree from The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.While a student, he conducted ground-breaking research in the field of Neuropathic Pain and was awarded the Ronald Tasker Award from the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Harvey Cushing Award from the Johns Hopkins Department of Neurosurgery and was a research scholar of the American Association of Neurology. Dr. Dorsi then completed residency training in neurosurgery at The Johns Hopkins Hospital where he trained under some of the most prominent leaders in neurosurgery. In addition to general neurosurgery training. He developed a unique sub-specialty skillset in complex peripheral nerve surgery.During residency, he was awarded a prestigious fellowship from the California Institute of Regenerative Medicine and dedicated two years to researching spinal cord injury and stem cell transplantation at UCLA. He then returned to Johns Hopkins Hospital and served as Assistant Chief of Service of Neurosurgery.Following residency, Dr. Dorsi was honored as the recipient of the Cloward Fellowship for Spine and Peripheral Nerve Surgery from the American Academy of Neurological Surgery and completed a one-year minimally invasive and complex spine fellowship at UCLA. Dr. Dorsi joined Ventura County Neurosurgical Associates in 2012. Dr. Dorsi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Nicholas P. Slimack
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery

    Neurosurgery - Dignity Health - Santa Maria, CA

    300 S Stratford Ave, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Nicholas Slimack was born and raised in Illinois. He went to Swarthmore College in Philadelphia, then went on to medical school at Loyola University  and completed his  residency training at Northwestern University. He received his Fellowship training at Spine Center at Cedars Sinai Medical Center and is Board Certified in Neurosurgery. He has resided on the Central Coast with his family since 2013. Dr. Slimack’s care philosophy is  to provide effective, quality care to the people of the Central Coast. Dr. Slimack is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Bruce M. Mccormack
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Neurosurgery | Neurology

    Neurospine Institute Medical Group

    2320 Sutter St, Ste 202, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. McCormack, Director of the Neurospine Institute, is a Board Certified Neurosurgeon, started the Neurospine Institute to be a new forum for aggregating and disseminating knowledge of the spine in order to promote clinically significant research and to improve patient care for those suffering from spinal disorders. Dr. Mccormack is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Epidural Abscess, Bone Graft, and Laminectomy.

    Ken Y. Hsu
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Orthopedics

    San Francisco Spine Surgeons

    1 Shrader St, Ste 600, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Japanese, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Spine problems range from simple to complex, surgical to non-surgical. Our practice applies apropriate levels of expertise from various world experts to the problems most responsive to those skills. I only treat patients who need surgical intervention and my associates treat non-surgical disease. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Herniated Disk, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Scott Wachhorst
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Neurosurgery
    Mountain View, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Wachhorst is a Neurosurgery provider in Mountain View, California. Dr. Wachhorst is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Scoliosis, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Wachhorst is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Distinguished in Herniated Disc Surgery

    Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo

    15004 Innovation Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Eastlack is an Orthopedics provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Eastlack is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Kyphosis, Lordosis, Scoliosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Distinguished in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Orthopedics

    USC Care Medical Group Inc

    1818 Verdugo Blvd, Suite 300, 
    Glendale, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Raymond Hah is an Orthopedics provider in Glendale, California. Dr. Hah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, Microdiscectomy, and Laminectomy.

    Distinguished in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Orthopedics

    Stanford University Medical Center

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Todd Alamin is an Orthopedics provider in Redwood City, California. Dr. Alamin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    363 South Main Street, Suite 200, 
    Orange, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Deckey is an Orthopedics provider in Orange, California. Dr. Deckey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Deckey is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    363 South Main Street, Suite 200, 
    Orange, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeremy Smith is an Orthopedics provider in Orange, California. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Kyphosis, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    Advanced in Herniated Disc Surgery
    3273 Claremont Way, Suite 100, 
    Napa, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Huffman is an Orthopedics provider in Napa, California. Dr. Huffman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Herniated Disc Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Cervical Disc Surgery, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Huffman is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    When should I see a Herniated Disc Surgery doctor in California, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Herniated Disc Surgery doctor in California, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Herniated Disc Surgery doctors in California, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Herniated Disc Surgery doctors in California, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Herniated Disc Surgery doctor in California, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Herniated Disc Surgery doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Herniated Disc Surgery doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Herniated Disc Surgery doctor in California, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Herniated Disc Surgery doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Herniated Disc Surgery doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Herniated Disc Surgery doctors in California, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Herniated Disc Surgery doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Herniated Disc Surgery doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Herniated Disc Surgery doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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