The 20 Best Scoliosis Doctors Near Me in Merced, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 23 doctor with experience in Scoliosis near Merced, CA. Of these, 16 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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23 providers found
    Distinguished in Scoliosis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Scoliosis
    Orthopedics

    Orthospine Advance Health, Inc.

    330 E Yosemite Ave, Ste 101, 
    Merced, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Gabriel Garcia-Diaz has 7 years of experience in the field of spinal surgery. He completed his medical studies at the University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus. He also completed an Orthopaedic Residency program in the University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus. He received his Spine surgery fellowship training at the San Francisco Spine Institute, San Francisco. Dr. Garcia-Diaz is bilingual in Spanish and English.Dr. Garcia-Diaz is an affiliate member of the North American Spine Society, American Association of Orthopaedics Surgeons, American Medical Association, Western Association of Orthopaedics Surgeons and the Merced Mariposa Medical Society. He is an active athlete, and in his spare time he enjoys doing sports like, tennis, basketball and swimming. Dr. Garcia-Diaz, his wife, Suhail, and their kids, Andres, Gabriela and Lia have been a part of the Merced community since 2012.Every Patient deserves to have a good quality of life with no back or neck pain. For this reason I will do my best to do an accurate diagnosis to the patient in every case using my expertise. Dr. Garcia is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coccydynia, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft. Dr. Garcia is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Scoliosis
    Distinguished in Scoliosis

    Merced Mri Medical Group

    3365 G St Ste 100, 
    Merced, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Hansen is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Merced, California. Dr. Hansen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Lump, Scoliosis, Thyroid Nodule, and Vertigo.

    Advanced in Scoliosis
    Advanced in Scoliosis

    Merced Mri Medical Group

    3365 G St Ste 100, 
    Merced, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Duane Richey is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Merced, California. Dr. Richey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Lump, Scoliosis, Pectus Carinatum, and Pectus Excavatum.

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    Advanced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine

    Eduardo T. Villarama, MD Private Practice

    847 W Childs Ave, Ste B, 
    Merced, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    The mission of Golden Valley Health Centers is to improve the health of our patients by providing quality, primary health care services to people in the communities we serve regardless of language, financial or cultural barriers. Dr. Villarama is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Villarama is board certified in Family Medicine. Dr. Villarama is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine

    Abhilasha Sharma, MD Private Practice

    847 W Childs Ave, 
    Merced, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    The mission of Golden Valley Health Centers is to improve the health of our patients by providing quality, primary health care services to people in the communities we serve regardless of language, financial or cultural barriers. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Sharma is board certified in Family Medicine. Dr. Sharma is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine

    Charlie L. Kano, MD Private Practice

    127 W El Portal Dr, 
    Merced, CA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Care of people of all ages and both genders that emphasizes patient-centered, evidence based, whole person care provided through a multidisciplinary team approach in settings that reduce barriers to access and use advanced information systems. Dr. Kano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Kano is board certified in Family Medicine and Family Medicine (Sub: Hospice And Palliative Medicine. Dr. Kano is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine

    MFA Medical

    127 W. El Portal Dr, Ste B, 
    Merced, CA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Family Practice Board Certified Pediatrics, Obstetrics/Prenatal Care Adult Medicine. Dr. Medefind is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypersensitivity Vasculitis, and Goodpasture Syndrome. Dr. Medefind is board certified in Family Medicine. Dr. Medefind is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine

    Office Of Ramaa Maruthachalam, MD

    3940 Sandpiper Ave, 
    Merced, CA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    The mission of Golden Valley Health Centers is to improve the health of our patients by providing quality, primary health care services to people in the communities we serve regardless of language, financial or cultural barriers. Dr. Maruthachalam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Silent Thyroiditis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Chronic Cough. Dr. Maruthachalam is board certified in Family Medicine. Dr. Maruthachalam is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Internal Medicine

    Roderick Pharmacy Group Inc

    847 W Childs Ave, 
    Merced, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jaideep Misra is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Merced, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Misra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Scoliosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypothyroidism.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine

    Maciej G. Ossowski M.D. Inc.

    3349 G St Ste D, 
    Merced, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Maciej Ossowski is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Merced, California. Dr. Ossowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Scoliosis, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Orthopedics

    Primary Care & Specialty Care - Dignity Health Medical Group - Merced, CA

    315 Mercy Ave Ste 400, 
    Merced, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Cluck is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Merced, California. Dr. Cluck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Hand Surgery
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Hand Surgery

    Primary Care & Specialty Care - Dignity Health Medical Group - Merced, CA

    315 Mercy Ave Ste 400, 
    Merced, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ricardo Pyfrom is a Hand Surgeon practicing medicine in Merced, California. Dr. Pyfrom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Osteoarthritis, Rhizarthrosis, and Ganglion Cyst. Dr. Pyfrom is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine

    Golden Valley Health Center

    737 W Childs Ave, 
    Merced, CA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ellen Piernot is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Merced, California. Dr. Piernot is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. She is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Piernot is board certified in Family Medicine and Preventive Medicine-Public Health & General Prev Med.

    Advanced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine

    Castle Family Health Center & Adult Daycare

    3605 Hospital Rd, 
    Atwater, CA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karen Romero is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atwater, California. Dr. Romero is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine

    Goldenvalley Health Center

    401 Lesher Dr Ste F, 
    Merced, CA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kelly Sharrar is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Merced, California. Dr. Sharrar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Boils, Folliculitis, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    900 W Olive Ave Ste B, 
    Merced, CA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gloria Malabed is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Merced, California. Dr. Malabed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Enlarged Liver, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine

    Office

    374 W Olive Ave Ste B, 
    Merced, CA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dirk Mous is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Merced, California. Dr. Mous is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Vertigo, Fainting, and Shingles.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine

    Castle Family Health Center & Adult Daycare

    3605 Hospital Rd, 
    Atwater, CA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Terry Arikawa is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atwater, California. Dr. Arikawa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine

    Castle Family Health Center & Adult Daycare

    3605 Hospital Rd, 
    Atwater, CA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rodrigo Dezubiria is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atwater, California. Dr. Dezubiria is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Family Medicine

    Mary Jo, LVN- Credentialer

    1775 3rd St, 
    Atwater, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Punjabi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Tahir Yaqub is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atwater, California. Dr. Yaqub is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Yaqub is board certified in Family Medicine. Dr. Yaqub is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Scoliosis?

    Scoliosis is an abnormal curving of the spine. Your spine is your backbone. It runs straight down your back. Everyone's spine naturally curves a bit. But people with scoliosis have a spine that curves sideways. The spine might look like the letter C or S.

    When should I see a Scoliosis doctor near Merced, 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 a Scoliosis doctor near Merced, 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 Scoliosis doctors near Merced, 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 Scoliosis doctors near Merced, 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 a Scoliosis doctor near Merced, 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 Scoliosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Scoliosis 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 Scoliosis doctor near Merced, 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 Scoliosis 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 Scoliosis 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 Scoliosis doctors near Merced, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Scoliosis 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 Scoliosis doctor that offers video calls?

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