The 20 Best Invertebral Disc Disease Doctors Near Me in Chestnut Hill, MA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 210 doctor with experience in Invertebral Disc Disease near Chestnut Hill, MA. Of these, 173 are Experienced, 33 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Comprehensive Spine Center

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 5, 
    South Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Schoenfeld is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in South Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Schoenfeld is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kyphosis, Spinal Cord Abscess, Spinal Stenosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy. Dr. Schoenfeld is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery.

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

    New England Baptist Hospital

    125 Parker Hill Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aaron Thomas is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Thomas is rated as a Distinguished 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 Invertebral Disc Disease, Facet Joint Syndrome, Scoliosis, and Herniated Disk.

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

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lu is a spine surgeon and an Associate Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery. Additionally, Dr. Lu serves as the Director of Neurosurgical Trauma at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Dr. Lu completed medical school at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. He went on to complete his training at Boston Children’s Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and he completed his Spine Fellowship at the University of Miami Department of Neurosurgery.Dr Lu’s clinical practice is focused on minimally invasive spine surgery, spinal deformity and scoliosis correction, spinal tumor (primary and metastasis, and spinal trauma. His research involves spinal cord injury, namely the axon regeneration and locomotion recovery after spinal cord injury. Dr. Lu is committed to putting his patients first and treating his patients as if they were his own family. Dr. Lu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Epidural Abscess, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Lu is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

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    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Comprehensive Spine Center

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 5, 
    South Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Trained in both Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical aspects of Spine Surgery, Dr. Melvin C. Makhni is the Director of Complex Spine Surgery in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Brigham and Women's Hospital.  Dr. Makhni uses the most up-to-date techniques in minimally invasive, microscopic, motion-sparing, ultrasonic, and computer navigation surgery to optimize treatment success.  Dr. Makhni treats the entire spectrum of spine conditions.  He has published techniques of fusion-less cervical spine surgery such as artificial disc replacements.  His interest in the Athlete Spine led to his collaboration with Major League Baseball, from which he has presented his work to international audiences.  He integrates minimally invasive and open techniques in scoliosis and spinal reconstructive surgery, and has published and presented innovative techniques to help patients suffering with spinal disorders such as the ""Kickstand Rod"" technique for coronal imbalance.  Dr. Makhni is a fellowship-trained Spine Surgeon on faculty at Harvard Medical School and on staff at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the Dana Farber Cancer Institute.  He is a graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard Medical School, and completed his Orthopaedic then his combined Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical Spine training in New York City at Columbia University.  Dr. Makhni serves on advisory panels at the North American Spine Society and has internationally published two textbooks, and has published / presented over fifty scientific articles and abstracts to national and international audiences.". Dr. Makhni is rated as an Advanced 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 Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Makhni is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery.

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

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Comprehensive Spine Center

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 5, 
    South Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jay Zampini is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in South Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Zampini is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Zampini is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery.

    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 2, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sapan Gandhi is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Gandhi 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 Spondylolisthesis, Lordosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy. Dr. Gandhi is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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

    Brigham And Women's Center For Pain Medicine

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 320 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Srdjan Nedeljkovic is a Pain Medicine specialist and an Anesthesiologist practicing medicine in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Nedeljkovic is rated as an Experienced 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 Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Acute Pain, Chronic Pain, and Endoscopy. Dr. Nedeljkovic is board certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine.

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

    Brigham And Women's Center For Pain Medicine

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 320 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Michna is a Pain Medicine specialist and an Anesthesiologist practicing medicine in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Michna 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 Chronic Pain, Facet Joint Syndrome, Cervical Spondylosis, and Central Pain Syndrome. Dr. Michna is board certified in Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine, and Hospice And Palliative Medicine.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Brigham And Women's Center For Pain Medicine

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 320 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Danielle Sarno is an Instructor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Harvard Medical School, Chair of the Wellness Committee in the Department of Neurosurgery, and Co-Director of the Harvard Interventional Pain Simulation Center at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.  She is double board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. Dr. Sarno utilizes a patient-centered, multidisciplinary approach in her treatment of spine disorders, with a focus on optimizing function and improving quality of life. Dr. Sarno’s research interests include simulation for interventional pain education, radiation safety, therapeutic neuroscience education, and clinical innovations to enhance the experience for patients with chronic pain.Dr. Sarno is also a contributing author to the Brigham Health Hub:Understanding and Healing Low Back Pain. Dr. Sarno is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Chronic Pain, and Fibromyalgia. Dr. Sarno is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine.

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

    Brigham And Women's Center For Pain Medicine

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 320 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Yong serves as the Medical Director in the Pain Management Center at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Dr. Yong attended college at the University of Texas in Austin and completed the joint MD/MBA program from Baylor College of Medicine and Rice University’s Jones Graduate School of Management. Dr. Yong then moved to Boston where he graduated from Brigham and Women’s Hospital’s anesthesiology residency program and served as a Chief Resident. He then completed the Pain Medicine fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital with additional rotations at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, the VA hospital and Boston Children’s Hospital.As a resident at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, he received recognition as the Distinguished Resident of the Year and was selected as a Foundation for Anesthesia Education and Research (FAER) Practice Management Scholar. Dr. Yong then joined the faculty at Johns Hopkins Hospital’s Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine as an Assistant Professor. While at Johns Hopkins, Dr. Yong was awarded Anesthesiology’s 2013 Outstanding Teacher of the Year and 2013 Intraoperative Teaching and Clinical Mentorship awards. Since joining the faculty in 2013, Dr. Yong was selected as Associate Program Director for the Pain Management Fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and was recognized with the 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2018 Pain Attending of the Year awards. Additionally, he was awarded the 2018 Outstanding Mentoring Award by the Department of Anesthesiology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.While at Harvard and Johns Hopkins, Dr. Yong has published on opioid management, regenerative medicine, cancer pain, neuromodulation, and practice efficiency. His clinical interests include cancer pain, minimally invasive surgical techniques, and neuromodulation therapy. Dr. Yong also has interest in product development and has done collaborative work with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard Business School, and Harvard’s Graduate School of Engineering. Dr. Yong is fluent in Spanish and also has a passion for international health. He has spent time on medical mission trips to the Ivory Coast, Rwanda, Ecuador, Brazil, and Guatemala. Dr. Yong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Cervical Spondylosis, Sacral Nerve Stimulation, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Yong is board certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Anesthesiology
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Anesthesiology

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    1 Brookline Place, Suite 105, 
    Brookline, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi
    Offers Telehealth

    Jatinder Gill is an Anesthesiologist practicing medicine in Brookline, Massachusetts. Dr. Gill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Chronic Pain, Neuralgia, Vertebroplasty, and Laminectomy. Dr. Gill is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Anesthesiology
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Anesthesiology

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    1 Brookline Place, Suite 105, 
    Brookline, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sanjeet Narang is an Anesthesiologist practicing medicine in Brookline, Massachusetts. Dr. Narang 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 Chronic Pain, Acute Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Sacral Nerve Stimulation, and Cordotomy. Dr. Narang is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology.

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

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Lowry Suite 3B, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ziev Moses is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Moses 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 Arachnoid Cysts, Subdural Hematoma, Lordosis, Fractured Spine, and Laminectomy. Dr. Moses is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Lowry Suite 3B, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Offers Telehealth

    Martina Stippler is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Stippler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. She is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Pituitary Tumor, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Laminectomy. Dr. Stippler is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Neurosurgery

    110 Francis Street, Suite 3B, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Greek, Spanish

    Efstathios Papavassiliou is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Papavassiliou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Parkinson's Disease, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Papavassiliou is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

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

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Zaidi is an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery and director of spine research at the Computational Neurosurgical Outcomes Center at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Given the complex nature of spine diseases, Dr. Zaidi believes in tailoring surgical techniques and individualizing care to treat each patient’s unique set of circumstances. He strongly adheres to the philosophy of caring for his patients as if they were his own family members. Dr. Zaidi believes that developing a surgical plan depends on a thoughtful conversation with his patients and their families and tailoring surgery to meet the patient’s goals and specific needs.Fascinated by the complexity of spinal disorders and the ability of spine surgery to restore function and improve the quality of a patient’s life, he pursued a specialized fellowship in complex spine surgery, adult spinal deformity surgery, as well as endoscopic surgery. He integrates novel, minimally invasive techniques and modern technological innovations to treat a variety of spinal pathologies.Dr. Zaidi’s clinical practice is focused on the treatment of global spinal imbalance among patients with degenerative spine disease, tumors and scoliosis; by restoring the natural curvature of the spine, surgery can reduce pain and improve function. His research focuses on developing novel surgical tools to improve the safety and efficacy of surgery, as well as analyzing surgical outcomes in order to improve surgical outcomes. Dr. Zaidi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypothalamic Tumor, Pituitary Tumor, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Zaidi is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Orthopedics

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Orthopaedic And Arthritis Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 2nd Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Ready is a member of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and is Chief of the Orthopaedic Oncology Service. In this role, Dr. Ready treats cancer patients with bone and soft tissue sarcoma, as well as patients with metastatic bone disease. He received subspecialty training in this field at Massachusetts General Hospital and Children’s Hospital Boston. He is an intricate member of a multidisciplinary treatment team that includes Medical Oncologists, Radiation Oncologists, Pathologists, Radiologists and other Surgical Subspecialists.  Patients may be seen at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital or at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. In addition to Orthopaedic Oncology, Dr. Ready has specialty training in reconstructive arthroplasty surgery of the hip and knee. He performs direct anterior approach total hip replacement, total knee replacement (including Mako robotic knee replacement) and complex cases of revision total hip and total knee arthroplasty.  He is also part of a team that performs Day Surgery total joint replacement at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital. Dr. Ready is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bone Tumor, Ewing Sarcoma, Osteoarthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Ready is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Timothy Smith is a neurosurgeon-scientist who seeks to understand, predict, and improve clinical outcomes for neurosurgical patients by combining the use of epidemiological data, advanced statistical analysis, machine learning, and emerging biological/information system technologies. Trained as an epidemiologist and statistician in addition to his neurosurgical residency, he focuses primarily on the utilization of data science to optimize neurosurgical patient care.Dr. Smith’s clinical interests focus on tumors of the brain and spine that arise innately from the central nervous system and the meningeal covering of the brain, or metastasize from other primary cancer sites. Dr. Smith is the Director of the Computational Neuroscience Outcomes Center (CNOC) in the Department of Neurosurgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. This center strives to collect and maintain prospective data on all neurosurgical patients cared for by the department, synthesize high volume data streams, as well as implement process and outcome improvement through comparison with national data.Dr. Smith is committed to the education of future neurosurgeons and plays an active role in the Brigham and Women’s Hospital’s neurosurgical residency program. He is a committee vice-chair for Medical-Legal Issues with the Council of State Neurosurgical Societies (CSNS) as well as the President of the Boston Society for Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry, the oldest academic neuroscience society in the United States. He serves on numerous committees both in the US and worldwide which focus on the ethics of neurosurgery, oncology, skull base surgery, and neurologic outcomes assessment. He is an active member of committees at Brigham and Women’s Hospital addressing information technology, physician wellness, and process improvement.Dr. Smith maintains active membership in both national and international neurosurgical societies, including the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the North American Skull Base Society, the Society for Neuro-Oncology, and the Pituitary Society. He presents his research regularly at national and international meetings. He has published over 150 peer-reviewed journal articles and several book chapters. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Meningioma, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Smith is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    New England Baptist Medical Associates, Inc.

    125 Parker Hill Avenue, Conver Bldg, 4th Fl, Fogg 308, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew White is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. White is rated as an Experienced 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 Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Stenosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. White is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Orthopedics

    New England Baptist Hospital

    125 Parker Hill Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pablo Diaz is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Diaz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Chestnut Hill, MA?

    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 Chestnut Hill, MA?

    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 Chestnut Hill, MA?

    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 Chestnut Hill, MA?

    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 Chestnut Hill, MA?

    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 Chestnut Hill, MA?

    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 Chestnut Hill, MA?

    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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