The 20 Best Herniated Disk Doctors Near Me in Erie, PA

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The 20 Best Herniated Disk Doctors near Erie, PA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 33 doctor with experience in Herniated Disk near Erie, PA. Of these, 28 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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    William T. Delfyett
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Advanced in Herniated Disk

    Hamot Radiology

    201 State Street, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Delfyett, MD, specializes in neuroradiology and diagnostic radiology and is certified by the American Board of Radiology. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Radiology and is affiliated with UPMC Mercy, UPMC Bedford, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC St Margaret, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Hamot, UPMC Northwest, UPMC Altoona, UPMC Jameson, UPMC Passavant, and UPMC East. He completed his fellowship at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Delfyett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Richard S. Kocan
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Neuroradiology

    Hamot Imaging Center - Sports Medicine

    100 Peach Street, Suite 101, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Kocan, MD, specializes in diagnostic radiology and neuroradiology and is certified by the American Board of Radiology. He practices at Hamot Imaging Center Legion and is affiliated with UPMC Northwest and UPMC Hamot. He completed his fellowship at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Kocan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Herniated Disk.

    Advanced in Herniated Disk
    Advanced in Herniated Disk

    Hamot Radiology

    201 State Street, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Solomon, DO, specializes in diagnostic radiology. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Radiology and is affiliated with UPMC Hamot, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Passavant, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC Bedford, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Horizon, UPMC St. Margaret, UPMC East, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, UPMC Jameson, and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. He completed his medical degree at Michigan State University. Dr. Solomon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Baker Cyst, Herniated Disk, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

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    Joseph M. Mettenburg
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    Hamot Radiology

    201 State Street, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Mettenburg, MD, PhD, specializes in neuroradiology and diagnostic radiology and is certified in diagnostic radiology by the American Board of Radiology. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Radiology and is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Northwest, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC St Margaret, UPMC Passavant, UPMC Mercy, UPMC East, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Bedford, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Horizon, UPMC Altoona, and UPMC Hamot. He completed his fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine and his medical education at University of Virginia. Dr. Mettenburg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, and Cerebellar Degeneration.

    Marion A. Hughes
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Neuroradiology

    Hamot Radiology

    201 State Street, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German

    Marion Hughes, MD, specializes in neuroradiology and diagnostic radiology and is certified in diagnostic radiology by the American Board of Radiology. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Radiology and is affiliated with UPMC East, UPMC Hamot, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Horizon, UPMC Altoona, UPMC Mercy, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC Northwest, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Passavant, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC St Margaret, and UPMC Bedford. She completed her fellowship at University of Michigan Medical School and medical degree at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Hughes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Stroke, Microvascular Decompression, and Nerve Decompression.

    Stephen A. Oljeski
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    Hamot Radiology

    201 State Street, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Oljeski, MD, specializes in diagnostic radiology and is certified by the American Board of Radiology. He practices at UPMC Hamot Radiology Department and is affiliated with UPMC Hamot and UPMC Northwest. He completed his medical degree at University of North Carolina School of Medicine. Dr. Oljeski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Bronchogenic Cyst, Vertigo, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Yihua Zhou
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Neuroradiology

    Hamot Radiology

    201 State Street, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin

    Yihua Zhou, MD, PhD, specializes in neuroradiology and diagnostic radiology and is certified in diagnostic radiology by the American Board of Radiology. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Radiology and is affiliated with UPMC East, UPMC Mercy, UPMC St Margaret, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC Altoona, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Horizon, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Passavant, UPMC Jameson, UPMC Northwest, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Bedford, and UPMC Hamot. He completed his fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine, residency at Washington University School of Medicine and medical degree at Zunyi Medical College. Dr. Zhou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

    Edmond V. Russ
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    Hamot Radiology

    201 State Street, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edmond Russ, MD specializes in diagnostic radiology and practices with University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Radiology and is affiliated with UPMC Passavant, UPMC East and UPMC McKeesport. Dr. Russ completed his medical education at Medical College of Ohio at Toledo and is board certified in Diagnostic Radiology by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Russ is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Caffey Disease, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, and Diverticular Disease.

    Barton F. Branstetter
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    Hamot Radiology

    201 State Street, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barton Branstetter, MD, specializes in diagnostic radiology and neuroradiology and is certified by the American Board of Radiology. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Radiology and is affiliated with UPMC Horizon, UPMC East, UPMC Altoona, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC St Margaret, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Hamot, UPMC Northwest, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Bedford, UPMC Passavant, and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. He completed his medical degree at University of California at San Diego Medical Center. Dr. Branstetter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Meningocele, Microvascular Decompression, and Nerve Decompression.

    Srinivas N. Iyer
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    Hamot Radiology

    201 State Street, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Tamil

    Srinivas Iyer, MD, specializes in diagnostic radiology and is certified in diagnostic radiology by the American Board of Radiology. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Radiology and is affiliated with UPMC Northwest, UPMC East, UPMC Altoona, UPMC St Margaret, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Bedford, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Jameson, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC Horizon, UPMC Hamot, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, and UPMC Passavant. He completed his medical degree at Topiwala National Medical College School of Medicine and residency at BYL Nair Charitable Hospital. Dr. Iyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Lymphoma, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Lung Nodules, Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy.

    Sharon A. Kreuer
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    Hamot Radiology

    201 State Street, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sharon Kreuer, DO, specializes in diagnostic radiology. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Radiology and is affiliated with UPMC Passavant, UPMC East, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC St. Margaret, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC Hamot, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Northwest, UPMC Bedford, UPMC Altoona, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Horizon, and UPMC Jameson. She completed her medical degree at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine and residency at Beaumont Hospital- Farmington Hills. Dr. Kreuer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Pleurisy.

    Dale R. Stevens
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    Hamot Imaging Center - Sports Medicine

    100 Peach Street, Suite 101, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dale Stevens, DO, specializes in diagnostic radiology and is certified by the American Board of Radiology. He practices at Hamot Imaging Center Legion and is affiliated with UPMC Hamot and UPMC Northwest. He completed his medical degree at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Stevens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellar Degeneration, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Gastrostomy.

    Steven A. Gilman
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    UPMC Neurological Institute

    120 E 2nd St, Ste 401, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Gilman is a Neurosurgery provider in Erie, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gilman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Gilman is currently accepting new patients.

    Brian E. Dalton
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Neurosurgery

    UPMC Neurological Institute

    120 E 2nd St, Ste 401, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian Dalton is a Neurosurgery provider in Erie, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dalton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Chronic Pain, Cervical Spondylosis, Laminectomy, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Dalton is currently accepting new patients.

    Daniel V. Loesch
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    UPMC Neurological Institute

    120 E 2nd St, Ste 401, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Loesch is a Neurosurgery provider in Erie, Pennsylvania. Dr. Loesch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Meningioma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Loesch is currently accepting new patients.

    Barry E. Marchetto
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    Hamot Imaging Center - Sports Medicine

    100 Peach Street, Suite 101, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barry Marchetto, MD, specializes in diagnostic radiology and is certified by the American Board of Radiology. He practices at Hamot Imaging Center Legion and is affiliated with UPMC Hamot and UPMC Northwest. He completed his fellowship at University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Marchetto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Bronchogenic Cyst, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    Hamot Radiology

    201 State Street, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Wahba, MD, specializes in diagnostic radiology and is board-certified by the American Board of Radiology. He is affiliated with UPMC Passavant. Dr. Wahba received his medical degree from The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency and fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Wahba is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Diverticular Disease.

    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    Hamot Radiology

    201 State Street, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kimberly Leeman, MD, specializes in diagnostic radiology and is certified by the American Board of Radiology. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Radiology and is affiliated with UPMC Bedford, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Jameson, UPMC Hamot, UPMC Northwest, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Mercy, UPMC St Margaret, UPMC Horizon, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, UPMC Passavant, UPMC East, and UPMC Altoona. She completed her medical degree at St Louis University School of Medicine. Dr. Leeman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Diverticular Disease.

    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Experienced in Herniated Disk

    Hamot Radiology

    201 State Street, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jesse Montagnese, DO, specializes in neuroradiology and diagnostic radiology and is certified in diagnostic radiology by the American Board of Radiology. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Radiology and is affiliated with UPMC Northwest, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC Passavant, UPMC Hamot, UPMC St Margaret, UPMC Horizon, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Mercy, UPMC East, UPMC Bedford, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Altoona. He completed his medical degree at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Montagnese is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Herniated Disk
    Neuroradiology

    Hamot Radiology

    201 State Street, 
    Erie, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew

    Ari Spiro, MD, specializes in neuroradiology and diagnostic radiology and is certified by the American Board of Radiology. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Radiology and is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside, UPMC St Margaret, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Hamot, UPMC East, UPMC Altoona, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Passavant, UPMC Bedford, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Horizon, UPMC Northwest, and UPMC McKeesport. He completed his residency and fellowship at Montefiore Medical Center University Hospital for Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Spiro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herniated Disk. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, and Cerebellar Degeneration.

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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 Erie, PA?

    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 Erie, PA?

    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 Erie, PA?

    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 Erie, PA?

    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 Erie, PA?

    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 Erie, PA?

    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 Erie, PA?

    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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