The 20 Best Microdiscectomy Doctors in New York, US

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The 20 Best Microdiscectomy Doctors in New York, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 280 doctor with experience in Microdiscectomy near New York, US. Of these, 227 are Experienced, 45 are Advanced, 6 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Microdiscectomy
    Elite in Microdiscectomy

    Sheeraz Qureshi, MD

    535 East 70th Street, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sheeraz Qureshi is an Orthopedics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Qureshi is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Sohrab S. Virk
    Distinguished in Microdiscectomy
    General Surgery | Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Microdiscectomy
    General Surgery | Orthopedics

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At New Hyde Park

    410 Lakeville Road, Suite 303, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Sohrab Virk is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at North Shore Long Island Jewish Medical Center and at the Hofstra University North Shore-LIJ Medical School. He brings a passion for individualized patient care of the spine. This may mean either operative or non-operative care to ensure his patients get back to an active life. Dr. Virk is committed to using the latest minimally invasive spine surgical techniques to optimize recovery time and minimize post-operative pain.Dr. Virk earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and went on to medical school at Tufts University School of Medicine. He then completed an Orthopedic Surgery residency at The Ohio State University. Dr. Virk received specialized training in spine surgery at The Hospital for Special Surgery prior to starting at North Shore University/Long Island Jewish Medical Center.Dr. Virk has a special clinical interest in applying minimally invasive surgical techniques and motion sparing technology to improve his patient s outcomes. He brings passion to both patient care as well as advancing the field of spine surgery. He has presented on outcomes/surgical techniques related to spine surgery at both National and International orthopedic and neurosurgical conferences.Dr. Virk is currently seeing patients in Long Island and is honored by the opportunity to help his patients cope with symptoms from their neck and back. Please do not hesitate to contact his office with any questions or inquiries. Dr. Virk is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Spondylolisthesis, Lordosis, Spinal Fusion, and Microdiscectomy.

    Michael A. Lefkowitz
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy

    Long Island Neurosurgical Associates PC

    410 Lakeville Rd, Suite 204, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Lefkowitz is a Neurosurgery provider in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Lefkowitz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

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    Experienced in Microdiscectomy
    Experienced in Microdiscectomy

    New York University

    550 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kolawole Jegede is an Orthopedics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Jegede is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Distinguished in Microdiscectomy
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Microdiscectomy
    Orthopedics

    HSS Westchester

    1133 Westchester Ave, 
    White Plains, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Evan Sheha is an Orthopedics provider in White Plains, New York. Dr. Sheha is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Sheha is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Microdiscectomy
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Microdiscectomy
    Orthopedics

    HSS West Side ASC

    610 W 58th St Fl 10, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sravisht Iyer is an Orthopedics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Iyer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Lordosis, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Fusion, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Iyer is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Microdiscectomy
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Microdiscectomy
    Orthopedics

    The Pavilion

    541 E 71st St Fl 4, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Todd Albert is an Orthopedics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Albert is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Albert is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Microdiscectomy
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Microdiscectomy
    Orthopedics

    Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    425 W 59th St, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yunsoo Lee is an Orthopedics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Lee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Fusion, and Microdiscectomy.

    Distinguished in Microdiscectomy
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Microdiscectomy
    Orthopedics

    NYU Medical Center

    333 E 38th St Fl 6, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Charla Fischer is an Orthopedics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Fischer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Spondylolisthesis, Kyphosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Advanced in Microdiscectomy
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy

    Mount Sinai Health System - Orthopaedics

    5 East 98th Street, Suite 1188, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Saad Chaudhary is an Orthopedics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Chaudhary is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Herniated Disk, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Kaushik Das
    Experienced in Microdiscectomy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Microdiscectomy
    Neurosurgery

    WPHPA Neurosurgery

    122 Maple Avenue, 8th Floor, 
    White Plains, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bengali, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kaushik Das is Chief of Neurosurgery at White Plains Hospital's Center for Advanced Medicine and Surgery (CAMS) where his practice is focused on complex spine surgery, craniovertebral junction disorders, and tumors of the brain and spine. Dr. Das is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Kyphosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Esteban Cuartas
    Experienced in Microdiscectomy
    Experienced in Microdiscectomy

    Blooming Grove Orthopedic Surgery

    219 Blooming Grove Turnpike, 
    New Windsor, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Esteban Cuartas is an Orthopedics provider in New Windsor, New York. Dr. Cuartas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Jonathan D. Krystal
    Experienced in Microdiscectomy
    Experienced in Microdiscectomy

    The Center For Orthopedic Specialties

    3400 Bainbridge Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Krystal, MD, joined the Department of Orthopedics at Montefiore in August 2017 as a spine surgeon and attending physician. He specializes in treating diseases of the spine. Dr. Krystal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Hip Replacement.

    David M. Matusz
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall 7th, 11th And 12th Floors, 
    New York, NY 
    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    John M. Caridi
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy
    Neurosurgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 3rd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

    Albert Telfeian
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy
    Neurosurgery

    Endoscopic Spine Institute Of New York

    215 E 77th St, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Albert Telfeian is a Neurosurgery provider in New York, New York. Dr. Telfeian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Foot Drop, Invertebral Disc Disease, Laminectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Marshal D. Peris
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy
    185 Route 312, 
    Brewster, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Former President Medical Staff, Co-Director of Orthopedic and Spine InstituteDr. Marshal Peris is a member of CareMount Medical, Co-Director of Spine Surgery at The Orthopedic and Spine Institute at Northern Westchester Hospital, former President of the Medical Staff at Northern Westchester Hospital and former President of the Westchester County Medical Society. He received his undergraduate degree from Cornell University and received his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Peris completed his internship, orthopedic surgery residency, and a fellowship in spine surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.Direct lateral spine fusion and Cervical Disc Replacement is an advanced spine surgery with important advantages for Dr. Marshal Peris' patientsDr. Marshal Peris is a Board Certified orthopedic surgeon and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Dr. Peris has authored numerous scientific articles relating to orthopedic spine surgery in peer-reviewed journals and textbooks, and continues to lecture at various national and local meetings. Dr. Peris is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Herniated Disk, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Mark E. Stephen
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy

    Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group At Smithtown

    222 Middle Country Road, Suite 108, 
    Smithtown, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Stephen, M.D., is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine specialist who has extensive training in a variety of spine and orthopedic areas, including the preservation of spine motion, cervical artificial disc replacement, and treatment of pediatric and adult spinal deformities. He also taught a course on minimally invasive spine procedures. Before joining Orlin & Cohen, Dr. Stephen was an assistant professor in the department of orthopedics and director of the Spine and Scoliosis Center at the State University of New York at Stony Brook in Stony Brook, NY. Dr. Stephen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Fractured Spine, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    David A. Essig
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy
    Orthopedics

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Great Neck, 611 Northern Boulevard

    611 Northern Boulevard, Suite 200, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David A. Essig, MD is an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He has clinical interests in spinal deformity surgery, spinal infections, spine trauma, metastatic spinal disease, and degenerative conditions of the adult spine.He received a BA in Molecular Biochemistry and Biophysics and Economics from Yale University. He earned his medical degree at the University of Toledo School of Medicine in Ohio and subsequently returned to Yale University to train in Orthopaedic Surgery. He received fellowship training in Spine and Scoliosis Surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. He has also completed the AOA/USC APEX Leadership Program through the University of Southern California, Marshall School of Business.Dr. Essig is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, North American Spine Society, AO Spine, and the Scoliosis Research Society. Dr. Essig was also elected by his peers to the American Orthopaedic Association, a prestigious national society for leadership. He currently serves on the AOA Own the Bone (OTB) Education Subcommittee, and is an active member of the Spinopelvic Study Group. He has been an invited reviewer for multiple journals, and is currently on the editorial board of the Asian Journal of Spine. He has multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals, along with multiple presentations at prestigious spine society meetings. He also serves as a spine consultant for the New York Islanders. He has been recognized as a Castle Connelly Top Doctor as well as a Super Doctor in the NY Times. Dr. Essig is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Kyphosis, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Joseph K. Lee
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Microdiscectomy
    Orthopedics

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine And Surgical Specialties At Northern Westchester

    400 East Main Street, 
    Mount Kisco, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lee is an ABOS board-certified fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon. He graduated medical school from Brown university. He performed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at Columbia University in New York, NY and followed with a fellowship in Spine Surgery at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL.Dr. Lee has authored numerous publications and has presented at orthopedic meetings both nationally and internationally. His clinical interests include degenerative conditions of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine, minimally invasive spine surgery, motion sparing disc replacements, spinal deformity, trauma, revision surgery and spine tumors/infections.Dr. Lee has conducted extensive research in the field of spine surgery and continues to actively do so. His research interests include intervertebral disc regeneration, minimally invasive spinal surgery, spinal navigation and robotics. He is an active member of North American Spine Society (NASS), American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), and Lumbar Spine Research Society (LSRS).Dr. Lee has served as the Chief of spine surgery at Phelps Hospital in Sleepy Hollow, NY since 2018 and will serve as the Director of minimally invasive spine surgery as well. Dr. Lee has been integral in the development of the Phelps Spine Institute that provides comprehensive spinal care for the community.Dr. Lee's treatment philosophy has always been to treat each patient as one of his own family members. He believes in providing accurate diagnosis, thorough conservative treatments, and the most tailored surgical solution to patients so they may return to a quality of life that they enjoy. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Microdiscectomy. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    When should I see a Microdiscectomy doctor in New York, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Microdiscectomy doctor in New York, US?

    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 Microdiscectomy doctors in New York, US?

    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 Microdiscectomy doctors in New York, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Microdiscectomy doctor in New York, US?

    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 Microdiscectomy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Microdiscectomy doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Microdiscectomy doctor in New York, US?

    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 Microdiscectomy 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 Microdiscectomy 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 Microdiscectomy doctors in New York, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Microdiscectomy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Microdiscectomy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Microdiscectomy 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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