The 20 Best Invertebral Disc Disease Doctors Near Me in Astoria, NY

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 599 doctor with experience in Invertebral Disc Disease near Astoria, NY. Of these, 511 are Experienced, 73 are Advanced, 12 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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    Elite in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Orthopedics
    Elite in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Orthopedics

    University Place Orthopaedics

    95 University Place, Floor 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Arash Emami is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Emami is rated as an Elite 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 Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy. Dr. Emami is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Emami is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Orthopedics
    Elite in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Orthopedics

    East River Professional Building

    523 E 72nd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr Federico is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Federico is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy. Dr. Federico is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Orthopedics
    Elite in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Orthopedics

    The Pavilion

    541 E 71st St Fl 4, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Todd Albert is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Albert is rated as an Elite 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 Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Albert is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Sheeraz Qureshi, MD

    535 East 70th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sheeraz Qureshi is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Qureshi is rated as a Distinguished 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 Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Qureshi is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Pain Medicine
    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Pain Medicine

    Office

    429 E 75th St Fl 5, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Wang is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Wang is rated as a Distinguished 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 Invertebral Disc Disease, Sciatica, Chronic Pain, and Acute Pain.

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

    University Place Orthopaedics

    95 University Place, Floor 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ki Hwang is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Hwang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Fractured Spine, Cervical Disc Surgery, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Hwang is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Hwang is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall 7th, 11th And 12th Floors, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jonathan Oren serves as the co-chief of the Orthopedic Spine Surgery service at Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Oren is an award winning spine surgeon in New York City, having been named to the Castle Connolly Top Doctors list in 2023, 2024 and 2025. He was named as a Super Doctor Rising Star as well four separate times. Dr. Oren is a board certified spine surgeon in the Department of Orthopedics at Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Oren attended Duke University for his undergraduate studies, graduating magna cum laude. Dr. Oren has since been in New York City, attending NYU School of Medicine, during which time he was elected into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha honor medical society. He completed his orthopedic residency at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, serving as executive chief resident during his final year. After his residency, Dr. Oren completed two years of fellowship spine training at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases both in Neurosurgery Spine and Orthopedic Spine Surgery. During his training, Dr. Oren received numerous awards including selection as an Emerging Leader by the American Orthopedic Association. Dr. Oren focuses his clinical time to treating patients with all types of spine disorders. He treats a wide range of spine conditions including scoliosis (adult and pediatric), spinal deformity, spinal stenosis, herniated discs, radiculopathy and nerve deficits related to spinal conditions, instability of the spine, spinal tumors and degenerative disc disease. He performs many spine procedures including minimally invasive surgery, microdiscectomies, laminectomies, fusion of cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, interbody fusions, and disc replacement. Dr. Oren always tries to find an individualized treatment plan for each patient that focuses on non-operative treatment for spinal conditions first, with surgery being a last resort. Dr. Oren is an active researcher of spinal surgery, with a special interest in spinal deformity. He has been the author or co-author of many articles in top peer reviewed orthopedic and neurosurgery spine journals, including Spine, Bone and Joint Journal, Journal of Neurosurgery Spine. Dr. Oren has contributed to over 40 presentations at national and international spine meetings such as the Scoliosis Research Society, the North American Spine Society, the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), and the International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery (ISASS). Dr. Oren is rated as an Advanced 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 Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Oren is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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

    David Mayman MD PC

    523 E 72nd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frank Cammisa is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Cammisa is rated as a Distinguished 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 Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

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

    Hospital For Special Surgery

    535 E 70th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Darren Lebl is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Lebl is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Hospital For Special Surgery

    535 E 70th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Hughes is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Hughes 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 Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Scoliosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Herniated Disc Surgery, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Upper East Orthopaedics, PC

    315 East 83rd Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Bergang completed her internship in internal medicine at Montefiore Medical Center in 2000.  She then pursued advanced postgraduate training in physical medicine and rehabilitation at New York-Presbyterian/ Columbia University Medical Center.  There she served as chief resident during her final year. Dr. Bergang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Scoliosis, Sciatica, and Muscle Spasms.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall 7th, 11th And 12th Floors, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, German
    Offers Telehealth

    An internationally renowned spine surgeon, Frank Schwab, MD, FAAOS, specializes in complex spinal pathology, pediatric and adult spinal deformity and revision reconstruction procedures. Dr Schwab s areas of clinical focus include innovating patient-specific operative treatment, optimizing sagittal realignment guidelines, emphasizing the use of pre-operative planning technologies and techniques for complex spine surgery. He is widely recognized as a leader in the field and has pioneered many aspects of spinal deformity care, especially for patients with extensive surgical histories. Dr Schwab also developed the first definitive classification of adult spinal deformity that has become a clinical standard for spinal surgeons all over the world. Dr. Schwab is rated as an Experienced 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 Lordosis, Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Schwab is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 3rd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. John Caridi is a fellowship-trained, board-certified neurosurgeon who specializes in spine surgery, especially complex reconstruction of adult and pediatric cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spinal conditions. Specifically, he focuses on spinal tumors and spinal deformities in addition to the entire range of degenerative spinal problems that may contribute to neck and back pain. Other areas of his expertise include complex reconstructive surgery for congenital and degenerative joint and disc disease; spinal trauma and deformity correction including kyphosis, scoliosis, chin on-chest deformity, and ear-on-shoulder deformity; revision spine surgery; resection and spinal stabilization for cancers affecting the spine; and minimally invasive spine surgery and microsurgery.Dr. Caridi has presented his work as a principal investigator for numerous studies focused on major spine deformities both nationally and internationally and published his findings in peer-reviewed journals. In 2019, he was honored with the prestigious Scoliosis Research Society International Traveling Fellowship in support of his continued research efforts in the field of spinal deformities. He also directed the neurosurgical spinal deformity program at Mount Sinai and was appointed the chief of the neurosurgical spine division and an associate professor at UTHealth Houston, where he was named Educator of the Year in 2021.Working together with neurologists, physiatrists, physical therapists, chiropractors, and pain management specialists, Dr. Caridi believes in a comprehensive approach to each patient s spine needs. Dr. Caridi is rated as an Experienced 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, Cervical Myelopathy, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy. Dr. Caridi is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall 7th, 11th And 12th Floors, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David MatuszMD is a fellowship trained spine surgeon who studied with experts in the treatment of complex disorders of the spine at Johns Hopkins, Lenox Hill Hospital, Boston Childrens and with Jurgem Harms at the Linikum Karlsbad-Langensteinbach in Germany.Dr. Matusz has published and presented at both national and international meetings on treatment of disorders of the spine. His practice is dedicated to the care of pediatric and adult patients with spinal disorders.Dr. Matusz was born in upstate New York, graduated from Cornell and received his MD from Columbia University's College of Physicians and Surgeons. He completed his residency in Orthopedic Surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital and his fellowship in spine surgery at the Johns Hopkins University Hospital in Baltimore. Additionally Dr Matusz completed a traveling fellowship in spine surgery at the the Jurgen Harms Klinikum in Germany.His specialty/clinical interests include:- surgical treatment of complex spinal disorders- degenerative conditions of the spine- scoliosis- kyphosis- tumors- disc herniation- minimally invasive surgery- revision surgery- flatback deformity- failed spinal surgery. Dr. Matusz is rated as an Experienced 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 Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurology
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 8th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Asaff Harel MD MSC is an Associate Professor of Neurology at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and serves as the Director of the Comprehensive Multiple Sclerosis Center as well as the North Shore/LIJ Neurology Residency Program. He subspecializes in the care of people with neuroimmunological conditions such as multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica, MOGAD, sarcoidosis, central nervous system vasculitis, and other related conditions. He received his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He completed both residency and a neuroimmunology fellowship at the Mount Sinai Hospital. Outside of clinical work and teaching, Dr. Harel is devoted to research and is involved in several clinical trials and internal research projects studying MS and related conditions. Dr. Harel is rated as an Experienced 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 Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Encephalitis. Dr. Harel is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology.

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

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall 7th, 11th And 12th Floors, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I believe in treating my patients as whole human beings, not just as body parts or injuries. I always do my best to listen to my patients and tailor my treatments appropriately according to their own prior experiences and personal preferences. I take time during each visit to explain the findings in x-rays and other tests, and make those findings relatable to symptoms and treatment. Although I m a surgeon, I do my best in every case to try appropriate non-surgical treatments first, and reserve surgery as a last resort. My goal is to keep my patients healthy, active, and pain-free with the smallest amount of medication and surgery as possible.My primary specialization is in the treatment of arthritis and other degenerative or traumatic conditions of the hip and knee. If surgery is required, I use the latest technologies including surgical x-ray and robotics to perform partial and total hip and knee replacements with the highest degree of accuracy and predictability. I also treat general orthopaedic conditions such as fractures, dislocations, tendon injuries, and joint inflammation. I believe in treating patients equally and accept nearly all insurance plans.In addition to my clinical practice, I have an interest in research and am actively enrolling patients in trials with the goal of finding more effective medications and surgical technology to benefit future generations. My orthopaedic research articles and review chapters have been accepted into prestigious publications such as the Journal of Arthroplasty and the Orthopaedic Knowledge Update. I work with a team of residents and fellows and oversee their clinical education in the office, hospital wards, and the operating room. Dr. Oh 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 Osteoarthritis, Osteonecrosis, Bursitis, Vulvectomy, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Oh is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 3rd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Dr. David Langer is Chairman of the Department of Neurosurgery at Lenox Hill Hospital. In 2013 Dr. Langer was recruited to Lenox Hill Hospital as Director of Neurosurgery to begin to build on a vision of not only an outstanding clinical entity in the Neurosciences but to create an entirely new environment for patients and their families. Dr. Langer is a third generation medical doctor and attended the University of Pennsylvania and its medical school. He completed his neurosurgical residency there and joined his chairman, Eugene S. Flamm MD, when he left Penn to embark on the establishment of a new neurosurgical institute in New York City in 1998. He remained in New York City until 2010 when he joined North Shore-LIJ and Dr. Raj Narayan's new academic neurosurgery department in 2010 after completing a neuroendovascular fellowship at SUNY/Buffalo.Dr. Langer has focused the majority of his clinical and academic attention to diseases of the brain vessels and is an internationally recognized expert in cerebral revascularization and cerebral aneurysms. He additionally is recognized as a thought leader and expert in the uses of consumer information technology in the medical space and has lectured on the design and implementation of these technologies.Dr. Langer has published on and spoken both nationally and internationally on vascular disorders such as aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations (AVM) of the brain and is one of the few remaining expert cerebral bypass surgeons in the country. In 2011, Dr. Langer established the Moyamoya Center of New York and embarked on the development of a project focused upon the use of social networking technology and video to enhance the patient experience and improve the medical record. This project has grown into Cirrus Health which continues to disrupt the status quo in patient communication and the current electronic medical record.Dr. Langer has received a number of awards during his training and career including being a ""Top Doctor"" and New York Magazine ""Best Doctor."" He is currently a peer reviewer for the journals Neurosurgery, World Neurosurgery and AANS/Neurosurgeon and is on the medical advisory boards of Box Inc. and Cisco Systems. He is an active member of the AANS and the CNS. Dr. Langer has appeared on CNN, FOX, ABC and CBS as well as the Dr. Oz Show. He has also been frequently quoted in the New York Times and numerous other print news sources.". Dr. Langer is rated as an Experienced 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 Moyamoya Disease, Brain Aneurysm, Hydrocephalus, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery. Dr. Langer is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall 7th, 11th And 12th Floors, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander J. Butler, MD is a board certified, fellowship trained spine surgeon at Lenox Hill Hospital and serves as Assistant Professor in Orthopaedic Surgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Recognized as a SuperDoctors Rising Star in New York, he has experience treating conditions of the cervical (neck), thoracic, and lumbar spine (back). Dr. Butler was driven to a career in medicine by personal experience in navigating a spinal condition, treatment and recovery. He has trained in the management of a wide range of spinal diagnoses with several preeminent leaders in the field from both orthopaedic and neurosurgical backgrounds. He has a special interest and clinical focus in minimally invasive surgical techniques and procedures. As an active member of several professional societies committed to the advancement of the field of spine care and surgery, Dr. Butler regularly publishes and presents research investigating minimally invasive spine surgery and surgical outcomes. Originally from New Jersey, Dr. Butler lives with his wife and daughters in New York City. He enjoys golf, travel, and all aspects of physical and mental fitness. Dr. Butler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Lordosis, Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, and Muscle Spasms. Dr. Butler is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    1421 3rd Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karen Black is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Black is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Hydrocephalus. Dr. Black is board certified in American Board Of Radiology/Diagnostic Radiology and American Board Of Radiology/Neuroradiology.

    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Sports Medicine
    159 East 74th Street, Floor 2, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Nicholas is a Sports Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Nicholas 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 Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tennis Elbow, Osteotomy, and Tenotomy. Dr. Nicholas is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery and American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery/Sports Medicine.

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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 Astoria, NY?

    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 Astoria, NY?

    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 Astoria, NY?

    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 Astoria, NY?

    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 Astoria, NY?

    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 Astoria, NY?

    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 Astoria, NY?

    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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