The 20 Best Invertebral Disc Disease Doctors Near Me in Van Nuys, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 322 doctor with experience in Invertebral Disc Disease near Van Nuys, CA. Of these, 260 are Experienced, 45 are Advanced and 17 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Southern California Orthopedic Institute LP

    6815 Noble Ave, 
    Van Nuys, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Falakassa is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Van Nuys, California. Dr. Falakassa is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    18039 Sherman Way, 
    Reseda, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Greg Khounganian is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Reseda, California. Dr. Khounganian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Herniated Disk, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Khounganian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Jerome R. Friedland, MD Private Practice

    18039 Sherman Way, 
    Reseda, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Patients' understanding of their conditions is the most critical first step in their healing process. We emphasize patient teaching in every aspect of our encounters with our patients. Dr. Friedland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Synovitis, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Friedland is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurosurgery | Neurology

    Asher Taban, MD Private Practice

    18350 Roscoe Blvd, 304, 
    Northridge, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Taban is a graduate of the prestigious NYU Neurosurgery program. In his many years of service to the Northridge Community, he has been one of the earliest supporters of the Neuro Trauma Center at Northridge Hospital and was instrumental in its development and, in the 1980s and 1990s, was the only neurosurgeon supporting it. Under his guidance, the Neurosurgery Program at NRH has grown to be the best in the San Fernando Valley. He has been Chief of Surgery twice at Northridge Hospital and was Director of the Neuroscience Institute from 2005-2016. He was also closely involved with teaching of Neurosurgery at the Family Practice Program, which started in 1977, and again the only one to do so for many years. He has continued to be very involved in the development of the Neurosurgery Program at NRH. He is rated a 4-5 star Neurosurgeon on all major online physician rating sites. He has the most devoted staff, some being with him for decades, and even they are mentioned favorably in many of his ratings online. It is not unusual for Dr. Taban to see patients from all over California, as well as from other states and countries. During the many decades of his long career, Dr. Taban has performed over 10,000 surgeries and pioneered many unique personal surgical techniques, which are routinely used in the treatment of his patients, resulting in unparalleled outcomes. He was recently awarded the Grace Leland Physician's Appreciation award at Dignity Health Northridge Hospital.Known as the Doctor's Doctor, many physicians choose him when they or a loved one are in need of brain or spine surgery.We believe strongly in the importance of compassionate and cultural sensitivity to quality care. Patients at our office will receive the best specialized care, offered with courtesy, integrity, and respect. You will be greeted and cared for by our extraordinarily knowledgeable, efficient, and kind staff, experienced in dealing with the current highly complex health insurance issues. As a new patient, you are given a one-hour appointment; if the complexity of your condition requires additional time, Dr. Taban will provide that to you without hesitation and the entire examination is carried out by Dr. Taban in your presence. Our dedication and commitment to quality care with advanced technology and progressive techniques remains our guiding principle. Top 5 Areas of Expertise: Minimally invasive surgery of neck, lower back, and thoracic spine, Brain tumors and Chiari Malformation, Degenerative scoliosis, treatment of simple and complex disc disease, Spinal fusion (simple and complex). Dr. Taban is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Brain Stem Cancer, Invertebral Disc Disease, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Taban is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Taban is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurosurgery | Neurology

    Brain And Spine Center Of Southern California

    12626 Riverside Dr, Ste 103, 
    Valley Village, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sean Armin is a Neurologist and a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Valley Village, California. Dr. Armin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Tarlov Cysts, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Armin is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Armin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Morris Jagodowicz, MD Private Practice

    10515 Balboa Blvd, 390, 
    Granada Hills, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Provide state of the art medical care for our patients in a friendly, compassionate and professional setting. Dr. Jagodowicz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease. Dr. Jagodowicz is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neuroradiology
    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neuroradiology

    Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    8700 Beverly Blvd, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ravi Prasad is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Prasad is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Headache, Stroke, and Scoliosis.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    General Practice
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    General Practice

    Caspian Medical Clinic Corp.

    14103 Victory Blvd Ste 7, 
    Van Nuys, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Max Ghannadi is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Van Nuys, California. Dr. Ghannadi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Insomnia, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Shahin S Rad, MD PC

    16311 Ventura Blvd, 
    Encino, CA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shahin Sheibani is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Encino, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Sheibani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Sheibani is board certified in American Board Orthopaedic Surgery.

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

    Neurosurgical Associates Of Los Angeles, Inc.

    16260 Ventura Blvd, 
    Encino, CA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Liker is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Encino, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 31 years. Dr. Liker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Liker is board certified in American Board Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Pain Medicine
    4940 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite 105, 
    Sherman Oaks, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mehras Akhavan is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Sherman Oaks, California. Dr. Akhavan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Cervical Spondylosis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Akhavan is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UCLA Health Encino Specialty Care Center

    15503 Ventura Blvd Ste 240, 
    Encino, CA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Droessler is a Physiatrist and a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Encino, California. Dr. Droessler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, Femoral Nerve Dysfunction, and Cervical Spondylosis.

    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Pain Medicine

    Encino Outpatient Surgery Cent

    16311 Ventura Blvd Ste 580, 
    Encino, CA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Glaser is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Encino, California. Dr. Glaser is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, and Invertebral Disc Disease.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Family Medicine | General Practice
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Family Medicine | General Practice

    Reseda Medical Clinic

    18355 Sherman Way, 
    Reseda, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    56+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ataoiah Kashani is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in Reseda, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 56 years. Dr. Kashani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Infant Hyperglycemia, Tracheitis, and Urethritis.

    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Northridge Pain Management Specialists Medical Corporation

    13320 Riverside Dr, 
    Sherman Oaks, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Parham Amini is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Sherman Oaks, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 15 years. Dr. Amini is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Herniated Disk, Invertebral Disc Disease, Fibromyalgia, and Chronic Pain. Dr. Amini is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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

    Mehran Okhovat MD Inc.

    18350 Roscoe Blvd, 
    Northridge, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mehran Okhovat is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Northridge, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 35 years. Dr. Okhovat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Endoscopy. Dr. Okhovat is board certified in American Board Family Medicine.

    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Algos Inc. A Medical Corporation

    18040 Sherman Way Ste 200, 
    Reseda, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nouriel Niamehr is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Reseda, California. Dr. Niamehr is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Sciatica, Fibromyalgia, and Invertebral Disc Disease.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Buttelman Medical Coproration

    17075 Devonshire St, 
    Northridge, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Buttelman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Northridge, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 41 years. Dr. Buttelman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Budd-Chiari Syndrome, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Buttelman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurosurgery
    18840 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 207, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Deven Khosla is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Khosla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Meningioma, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Khosla is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Innovative Pain And Spine Center

    4418 Vineland Ave, Ste 218, 
    North Hollywood, CA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Root is the Founder of Innovative Pain and Spine Center, whose mission is finding the root cause of your pain and treating it appropriately with compassion in order to reduce your pain and maximize your functional capacity. The best of both worlds, Dr. Root is both a physician and a physical therapist. As a result, he is able to integrate his comprehensive knowledge of the kinesiology, anatomy, and musculoskeletal medicine to help reduce your pain and restore your function. Dr. Root is a fellow of the American Academy of PM&R, and specializes in performing Electrodiagnostic (EMG/NCS) studies, which is a diagnostic tool for the following conditions: radiculopathies (pinched nerves in the back & neck), compression neuropathies, and peripheral neuropathies. In addition, Dr. Root is skilled in joint injection therapies, and fluoroscopic spine injection therapies including epidural, facet, and nerve blocks, as well as disrupting the nerve's ability to send pain signals through a radiofrequency ablation or neuromodulation (spinal cord or peripheral nerve stimulation).After graduating with honors with a Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from Quinnipiac University in Connecticut, Dr. Root went on to obtain his medical degree at the Western University of the Health Sciences in Pomona, CA. Dr. Root completed his Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency in Philadelphia, PA at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, a US News & World top ranked hospital in Rehabilitation Medicine and Model Systems Spinal Cord Injury Center.Dr. Root then completed his fellowship training in Santa Barbara, specializing in Interventional Pain and Spine procedures. Following fellowship, he stayed on as faculty and Assistant Director of their fellowship program, where he is respected as a sound clinician and teacher of musculoskeletal medicine, ultrasound-guided peripheral injections, and fluoroscopic-guided spine procedures. He also has been recognized by the Thomas Jefferson University faculty during residency with numerous awards in scholarly work and teaching medical students. He has published in nationally recognized medical journals in the field of PM&R and has presented his research at national meetings, including the American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine.Dr. Root's work in pain management and injection therapy helps provide relief to those suffering from complicated and debilitating conditions without invasive back or neck surgery. He utilizes treatments that are easy for his patients to manage and fit into their lifestyle and daily activities. Dr. Root is well known for his caring, helpful bedside manner and willingness to help his patients feel relief from painful and sometimes debilitating conditions. He takes the time needed to learn about his patients' goals for recovery and finds the solution to each patient's unique medical condition. Dr. Root is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pain, Cervical Spondylosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Herniated Disk. Dr. Root is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, American Os Bd Physical Med & Rehab (Sub: Pain Medicine), and American Os Bd Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Dr. Root is currently accepting new patients.

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    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 Van Nuys, 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 Van Nuys, 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 Van Nuys, 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 Van Nuys, 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 Van Nuys, 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 Van Nuys, 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 Van Nuys, 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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