The 20 Best Herniated Disk Doctors Near Me in Daly City, CA

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The 20 Best Herniated Disk Doctors near Daly City, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 96 doctor with experience in Herniated Disk near Daly City, CA. Of these, 76 are Experienced, 18 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    James B. Reynolds
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    Peninsula Orthopedics Associates

    455 Hickey Blvd, Ste. 310, 
    Daly City, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Reynolds is an orthopedic spine surgeon, Medical Director and Chairman of the Spine Care Medical Group. Dr. Reynolds has been in practice for over 25 years. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of painful disorders of the spine and sees patients who require conservative care, minimally invasive spine surgery, or complex reconstructive spine surgery. Dr. Reynolds is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, and Herniated Disk.

    Distinguished in Herniated Disk
    Neuroradiology
    Distinguished in Herniated Disk
    Neuroradiology

    California Pacific Medical Center-Van Ness Campus

    1101 Van Ness Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Derk Purcell is a Neuroradiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Purcell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Bronchogenic Cyst, Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Melorheostosis, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    AHMC Seton Medical Center

    1900 Sullivan Ave, 
    Daly City, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Abedon is a Radiologist in Daly City, California. Dr. Abedon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Thyroid Nodule, Liver Embolization, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    South San Francisco Medical Center

    South San Francisco, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Huang is a Radiologist in South San Francisco, California. Dr. Huang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Hepatic Hemangioma, Aortopulmonary Window, Aorta-Pulmonary Artery Fistula, and Baker Cyst. Dr. Huang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Radiology | Neurology | Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Radiology | Neurology | Neuroradiology

    South San Francisco Medical Center

    South San Francisco, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Chuang is a Radiologist and a Neurologist in South San Francisco, California. Dr. Chuang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, and Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy.

    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    South San Francisco Medical Center

    South San Francisco, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Haicheng Yu is a Radiologist in South San Francisco, California. Dr. Yu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Scoliosis, Pleural Effusion, and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Yu is currently accepting new patients.

    Praveen V. Mummaneni
    Distinguished in Herniated Disk
    Distinguished in Herniated Disk

    Neurosurgery At San Francisco Parnassus

    400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Praveen Mummaneni is co-director of the UCSF Spine Center, vice chair of the neurosurgery department, lead surgeon of the UCSF Parnassus Perioperative Services and director of the minimally invasive surgery spine fellowship. He has been selected by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best doctors in the nation every year since 2005. He has also received top doctor accolades from the San Francisco Chronicle, Marin Magazine and Castle Connolly. Mummaneni earned his medical degree through the six-year BA-MD program at Boston University and completed a residency in neurological surgery at UCSF followed by a fellowship in complex spine surgery at Emory University. He also earned a master of business administration at Louisiana State University and completed a program in innovative healthcare leadership at Stanford University. Mummaneni is the UCSF Joan O'Reilly Distinguished Professor in Spinal Surgery. He leads a neuroinformatics lab at UCSF and has mentored a diverse group of medical students, residents and fellows over the past two decades. He is internationally recognized for his work on minimally invasive approaches to treating spinal deformities, spinal tumors and degenerative disease. He is the UCSF lead for the Quality Outcomes Database Spine Care Project sponsored by the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Minimally Invasive Surgery International Spine Study Group for spinal deformities, and the AO Spine Metastatic and Primary Tumor Research and Outcomes Network spine tumor study groups. He is also the UCSF lead for a Department of Defense grant to evaluate timing of surgery for spinal cord injury, a co-investigator of a UCSF HEAL Initiative grant from the National Institutes of Health to study back pain, and a member of the small business review panel at the National Institutes of Health. He has guest lectured at international meetings on six continents and has published more than 530 manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals. He is an editor of nine textbooks on spinal surgery and serves on multiple editorial boards, including as associate editor of Neurosurgery and a previous term editor-in-chief of the Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine. Mummaneni is active in several professional organizations. He was among the first neurosurgeons to obtain active membership in the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) and to win its Edgar Dawson Fellowship and International Traveling Fellowship. He has served as a director of SRS and is now secretary-elect. He was also president of the San Francisco Neurological Society, president of the California Association of Neurological Surgeon, chair of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons/Congress of Neurological Surgeons Spine Section, and vice president of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. He is currently a director of the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Mummaneni is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Lordosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

    Lee A. Tan
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Neurosurgery

    Neurosurgery At San Francisco Parnassus

    400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    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 the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Epidural Abscess, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Ken Y. Hsu
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Orthopedics

    San Francisco Spine Surgeons

    1 Shrader St, Ste 600, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    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 the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Herniated Disk, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Dimitriy G. Kondrashov
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Advanced in Herniated Disk

    San Francisco Spine Surgeons

    1 Shrader St, Ste 600, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    caring, good listener, dedicated, intelligent, compassionate, committed, healing and reassuring. Dr. Kondrashov is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Laminectomy.

    Arthur E. Li
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Advanced in Herniated Disk

    Mills-Peninsula Medical Center

    1501 Trousdale Drive, 
    Burlingame, CA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arthur Li is a Radiologist in Burlingame, California. Dr. Li is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Herniated Disk, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

    Felix A. Chen
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Advanced in Herniated Disk

    1720 El Camino Real Care Center

    Burlingame, CA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Felix Chen is a Physiatrist in Burlingame, California. Dr. Chen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Sacroiliac Joint Disease. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Orthopedics

    Seton Medical Group Inc

    1850 Sullivan Ave, 
    Daly City, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aman Qadeer is an Orthopedics provider in Daly City, California. Dr. Qadeer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, and Bursitis.

    Kambiz Nael
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Radiology | Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Radiology | Neuroradiology

    Radiology At Parnassus – Main Hospital

    505 Parnassus Ave., Third Floor, Room M-372, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Kambiz Nael is a neuroradiologist, a specialist in imaging techniques for diagnosing problems in the head, spine and neck. He cares for patients who need evaluations for strokes, brain aneurysms and other conditions involving the nervous system. Nael's research focuses on using quantitative neuroimaging (computational techniques that can enhance traditional scanning methods for the nervous system) to more precisely diagnose cerebrovascular diseases (conditions that impair blood flow in the brain), such as stroke. Nael earned his medical degree at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences in Iran. He completed a residency in diagnostic radiology and a fellowship in neuroradiology at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. Dr. Nael is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Meningioma, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Thrombectomy, and Vertebroplasty.

    Sigurd H. Berven
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    Spine Center

    400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A2300, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Sigurd H. Berven has a strong interest in the care of children and adults with spinal disorders. He has expertise in pediatric and adult deformities, degenerative conditions of the spine, spinal tumors and spinal trauma. In research, Berven is interested in the assessment of outcomes for patients who have orthopedic surgery. He also studies minimally invasive techniques in spinal surgery, and he is exploring cellular and molecular techniques to biologically regenerate components of the spine, including the intervertebral disc. Berven studied human biology as an undergraduate at Stanford University. He was a graduate student in philosophy, politics and economics at the University of Oxford. He received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and then completed his residency in the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program, which provides training at four major city hospitals. Next, he advanced his training in spine surgery as a clinical fellow at UCSF and in pediatric orthopedic surgery as chief resident at Boston Children's Hospital. Often invited to speak at national and international conferences, Berven has lectured on topics including measurement of outcomes in spine surgery, evaluation and management of spinal disorders, and advanced techniques in spinal surgery. Dr. Berven is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    James F. Zucherman
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    San Francisco Spine Surgeons

    1 Shrader St, Ste 600, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    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. Zucherman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Jerel H. Glassman
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    General Surgery | Physiatry
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    General Surgery | Physiatry

    Jerel H. Glassman, DO Private Practice

    1 Shrader St, Ste 600, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    caring, good listener, dedicated, intelligent, compassionate, committed, healing and reassuring. Dr. Glassman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, and Herniated Disk.

    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Advanced in Herniated Disk

    Sfrmi PC Raytel Medical Imaging

    3440 California St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Meghan Blake is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Blake is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Herniated Disk, Biliary Dyskinesia, and Nasal Flaring.

    Bruce M. Mccormack
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Neurosurgery | Neurology

    Neurospine Institute Medical Group

    2320 Sutter St, Ste 202, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Epidural Abscess, Bone Graft, and Laminectomy.

    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Neuroradiology

    California Pacific Medical Center-Van Ness Campus

    1101 Van Ness Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jerome Barakos is a Neuroradiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Barakos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Visceromegaly, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Stroke.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Herniated Disk?

    A herniated (slipped) disk occurs when all or part of a disk is forced through a weakened part of the disk. This may place pressure on nearby nerves or the spinal cord.

    When should I see a Herniated Disk doctor near Daly City, CA?

    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 Disk doctor near Daly City, CA?

    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 Disk doctors near Daly City, CA?

    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 Disk doctors near Daly City, CA?

    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 Disk doctor near Daly City, CA?

    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 Disk doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Herniated Disk 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 Disk doctor near Daly City, CA?

    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 Disk 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 Disk 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 Disk doctors near Daly City, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Herniated Disk 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 Disk doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Herniated Disk 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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