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    MediFind found 142 doctor with experience in Invertebral Disc Disease near La Jolla, CA. Of these, 116 are Experienced, 22 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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    142 providers found
      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jeremy Ciporen is a Neurosurgery provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Ciporen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Ciporen is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Neurosurgery
      Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Neurosurgery
      9834 Genesee Ave, Suite 411, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Frank Coufal is a Neurosurgery provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Coufal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Invertebral Disc Disease, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease

      Scripps Health

      9898 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Eastlack is an Orthopedics provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Eastlack is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Kyphosis, Lordosis, Scoliosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

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      Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Neurosurgery
      Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Neurosurgery

      Regents Of The University Of California

      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Martin Pham is a Neurosurgery provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Pham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

      Regents Of The University Of California

      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Steven Garfin is an Orthopedics provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Garfin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

      Regents Of The University Of California

      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Joseph Osorio is a Neurosurgery provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Osorio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Lordosis, Caudal Regression Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

      Regents Of The University Of California

      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Joseph Ciacci is a Neurosurgery provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Ciacci is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Epidural Hematoma, Chiari Malformation, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

      Takashi Hirase
      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Orthopedics
      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Orthopedics
      9400 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Takashi Hirase is an Orthopedics provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Hirase is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

      Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease

      Scripps Health

      9888 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Gregory Mundis is an Orthopedics provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Mundis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Lordosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

      Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Orthopedics
      Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Orthopedics

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 2nd Floor Sw209, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ramin Bagheri is an Orthopedics provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Bagheri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Fractured Spine, Invertebral Disc Disease, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

      Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease

      Regents Of The University Of California

      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Richard Allen is an Orthopedics provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Allen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Scoliosis, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      7946 Ivanhoe Ave Ste 106, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Alexander Krakovsky is a Pain Medicine provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Krakovsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Herniated Disk, Cervical Spondylosis, and Sacroiliac Joint Disease.

      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Orthopedics | Sports Medicine | Holistic Medicine
      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Orthopedics | Sports Medicine | Holistic Medicine

      Damion J Valletta Do Professional Corporation

      8929 University Ctr Ln, Suite 206, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Damion Valletta is an Orthopedics specialist and a Sports Medicine provider in San Diego, California. Mr. Valletta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis.

      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Neurology
      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Neurology
      8929 University Center Ln, 207, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Isaac Bakst is a Neurologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Bakst is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Focal Dystonia, and Peripheral Neuropathy.

      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Pain Medicine | Anesthesiology
      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Pain Medicine | Anesthesiology
      3023 Bunker Hill St, Suite 202, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Roy Brownlow is a Pain Medicine specialist and an Anesthesiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Brownlow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Cervical Spondylosis, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Brownlow is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Neurology | Sleep Medicine
      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Neurology | Sleep Medicine

      Regents Of The University Of California

      9350 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jeffrey Gertsch is a Neurologist and a Sleep Medicine provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Gertsch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Brain Stem Cancer, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Posterior Fossa Tumor.

      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Physiatry | Pain Medicine
      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Physiatry | Pain Medicine

      Michael Moon MD A Medical Corporation

      4120 La Jolla Village Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Saiyun Hou is a Physiatrist and a Pain Medicine provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Hou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Chronic Pain, Focal Dystonia, and Invertebral Disc Disease.

      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Neurosurgery

      Kevin Yoo MD Apc

      4150 Regents Park Row, Suite 325, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Frank Yoo is a Neurosurgery provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Yoo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Neuroradiology | Radiology
      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Neuroradiology | Radiology

      Regents Of The University Of California

      9300 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jason Handwerker is a Neuroradiologist and a Radiologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Handwerker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Meningioma, Primary Lymphoma of the Brain, and Headache.

      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
      Family Medicine

      Monica Perlman MD Inc

      9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 320, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Rhodaline Tootell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Tootell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Insomnia, Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Invertebral Disc Disease?

      Intervertebral disc disease, also known as degenerative disc disease, is a condition in which the one or more of the discs that cushion and absorb pressure between the vertebrae of the spine degenerate and cause pain. Intervertebral disc disease may lead to curvature of the spine (adult scoliosis), herniated disc, spinal stenosis (narrowing), and slipped discs (spondylolisthesis). Intervertebral disc disease is a part of aging and is common in older adults.

      When should I see an Invertebral Disc Disease doctor near La Jolla, 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 an Invertebral Disc Disease doctor near La Jolla, 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 Invertebral Disc Disease doctors near La Jolla, 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 Invertebral Disc Disease doctors near La Jolla, 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 an Invertebral Disc Disease doctor near La Jolla, 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 Invertebral Disc Disease doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Invertebral Disc Disease 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 an Invertebral Disc Disease doctor near La Jolla, 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 Invertebral Disc Disease 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 Invertebral Disc Disease 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 Invertebral Disc Disease doctors near La Jolla, CA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Invertebral Disc Disease 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 an Invertebral Disc Disease doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Invertebral Disc Disease 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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