The 20 Best Herniated Disk Doctors Near Me in laguna beach, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 91 doctor with experience in Herniated Disk near laguna beach, CA. Of these, 69 are Experienced and 22 are Advanced.

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91 providers found
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
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    OrthoWest

    24331 El Toro Road Suite 200, 
    Laguna Woods, CA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Montgomery is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Laguna Woods, California. Dr. Montgomery is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Spinal Stenosis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Montgomery is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopedic Joint Replacement Surgeon.

    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Referral may be required

    Newport Orthopedic Institute-Newport Beach

    22 Corporate Plaza Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Gordon is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Gordon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Fractured Spine, Laminectomy, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Gordon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Referral may be required

    OrthoWest

    Irvine, CA 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bryce Johnson is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis, Fractured Spine, Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis, Hip Replacement, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Johnson is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Orthopedic Surgery.

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    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Referral may be required

    David M Ashkenaze MD

    31862 Coast Hwy, 
    Laguna Beach, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Ashkenaze is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Laguna Beach, California. Dr. Ashkenaze is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Sciatica, Invertebral Disc Disease, Hip Replacement, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Ashkenaze is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Ashkenaze is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Referral may be required

    Providence Mission Hospital

    31872 Coast Hwy, 
    Laguna Beach, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Hyung Kang is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Laguna Beach, California. Dr. Kang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Pleural Effusion, and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Kang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Radiology
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Providence Mission Hospital

    31872 Coast Hwy, 
    Laguna Beach, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Navid Jahed is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Laguna Beach, California. Dr. Jahed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Gallbladder Disease, Biliary Dyskinesia, and Lump in the Abdomen. Dr. Jahed is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Pain Medicine
    Referral may be required
    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kais Alsharif is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Alsharif is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease, Sciatica, Herniated Disk, and Cervical Spondylosis. Dr. Alsharif is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Pain Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Saddleback Pain And Surgical Center

    23521 Paseo De Valencia Ste 204, 
    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Messiha is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Messiha is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Herniated Disk, Spinal Stenosis, Sciatica, and Pudendal Neuralgia.

    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Referral may be required

    City Of Hope Medical Foundation

    1601 Avocado Ave, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alexis Wong is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Wong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses PEHO Syndrome, X-Linked Intellectual Disability, Siderius Type, Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome, and Mohr-Tranebjaerg Syndrome. Dr. Wong is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Orthopedics
    Referral may be required

    Newport Orthopedic Institute-Newport Beach

    22 Corporate Plaza Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Lee is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Pain Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Orthopedic Institute Of Newport Beach LTD. Partnership

    22 Corporate Plaza Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Balaji Charlu is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Charlu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Sciatica, and Cervical Spondylosis.

    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Orthopedics
    Referral may be required

    Orthopedic Institute Of Newport Beach LTD. Partnership

    22 Corporate Plaza Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ram Mudiyam is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Mudiyam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, Cervical Spondylosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Referral may be required

    Orthowest

    17 Corporate Plaza Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christen Mellano is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Mellano is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tennis Elbow, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Mellano is board certified in American Board Orthopaedic Surgery.

    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Referral may be required

    Hoag Hospital Irvine

    16200 Sand Canyon Ave, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Karence Chan is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Chan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Gallbladder Disease, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Herniated Disk. Dr. Chan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Referral may be required

    Hoag Hospital Irvine

    16200 Sand Canyon Ave, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shaya Ghazinoor is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Ghazinoor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Herniated Disk, Pleural Effusion, and CAPOS Syndrome. Dr. Ghazinoor is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Referral may be required

    Hoag Hospital Irvine

    16200 Sand Canyon Ave, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Lieu is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Lieu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Herniated Disk, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Pleurisy, and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Lieu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Referral may be required

    Gottschalk Medical Plaza

    1 Medical Plaza Drive, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients

    Arash Anavim is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Anavim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His clinical expertise encompasses Epithelioid Sarcoma, Myxoid Liposarcoma, Fibrosarcoma, and Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal. Dr. Anavim is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Anavim is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Referral may be required

    Gottschalk Medical Plaza

    1 Medical Plaza Drive, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Burns is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Burns is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Tenosynovitis, and Fractured Spine. Dr. Burns is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Burns is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Referral may be required

    Gottschalk Medical Plaza

    1 Medical Plaza Drive, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Maryam Momeni is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Momeni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Dr. Momeni is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Momeni is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Referral may be required

    Gottschalk Medical Plaza

    1 Medical Plaza Drive, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Japanese
    Accepting New Patients

    Hiroshi Yoshioka is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Yoshioka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Tenosynovitis, Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy. Dr. Yoshioka is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Yoshioka is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 laguna beach, 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 laguna beach, 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 laguna beach, 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 laguna beach, 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 laguna beach, 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 laguna beach, 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 laguna beach, 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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