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    MediFind found 21 doctor with experience in Scoliosis near Santa Maria, CA. Of these, 20 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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      Nicholas P. Slimack
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Experienced in Scoliosis

      Neurosurgery - Dignity Health - Santa Maria, CA

      300 S Stratford Ave, 
      Santa Maria, CA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Nicholas Slimack was born and raised in Illinois. He went to Swarthmore College in Philadelphia, then went on to medical school at Loyola University  and completed his  residency training at Northwestern University. He received his Fellowship training at Spine Center at Cedars Sinai Medical Center and is Board Certified in Neurosurgery. He has resided on the Central Coast with his family since 2013. Dr. Slimack’s care philosophy is  to provide effective, quality care to the people of the Central Coast. Dr. Slimack is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

      Matthew R. Schreckinger
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Experienced in Scoliosis

      Neurosurgery - Dignity Health - Santa Maria, CA

      300 S Stratford Ave, 
      Santa Maria, CA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Matthew Schreckinger, MD, completed Neurological and Advanced Spine Surgery training at Wayne State University/Detroit Medical Center. He earned his Medical Doctorate at University of Massachusetts and received his undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University. His commitment to Neurosurgery and patients includes active involvement in the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and North American Spine Society. Dr. Schreckinger specializes in Neurological Surgery for spine, back and neck disorders as well as for disorders of the brain. He is skilled in the most up-to-date minimally-invasive procedures and traditional surgery. Dr. Schreckinger’s expertise includes:Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Fusion, Oblique Lumbar Interbody Fusion, Cervical disk replacement (arthroplasty), Spinal reconstructive surgery, Brain surgery and brain tumor surgery, Back surgery, and Herniated disk surgery. Dr. Schreckinger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Vertebroplasty.

      Nicole M. Thompson
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Nurse Practitioner
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Nurse Practitioner

      Neurosurgery - Dignity Health - Santa Maria, CA

      300 S Stratford Ave, 
      Santa Maria, CA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Nicole Thompson, MSN, NP-C, grew up on the East Coast and received a Bachelor's of Science degree in Nursing from George Mason University in 2010. She worked as a nurse across multiple specialties while doing  traveling nursing. In 2019 she graduated with a Master's of Science degree in Nursing. She is a board certified Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner and RNFA caring for patients in the clinic and assisting the surgeons in the operating room. Ms. Thompson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, and Scoliosis.

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      Mohammad A. Arain
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Internal Medicine

      CCFM - Shepard Office

      1505 S Shepard Dr, Ste 104, 
      Santa Maria, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Punjabi, Sindhi, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients

      Dedicated to best medical care possible for our patients. Dr. Arain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis.

      Jeffrey Spoo
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Orthopedics
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Orthopedics

      Central Coast Orthopedic Medical Group

      2342 Professional Pkwy, Ste 200, 
      Santa Maria, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Areas of expertise: Arthroscopy, Orthopaedic Trauma, Sports Medicine, Total Joint Replacement, Work Related Injuries. Dr. Spoo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

      Dennis Blackburn
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Experienced in Scoliosis

      Central Coast Orthopedic Medical Group

      2342 Professional Pkwy, Ste 200, 
      Santa Maria, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Blackburn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Orthopedics
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Orthopedics
      117 W Bunny Ave, 
      Santa Maria, CA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Troy Mounts is an Orthopedics provider in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Mounts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Family Medicine

      Okerblom, Voegele, And Hole MD

      915 E Stowell Rd, Ste C, 
      Santa Maria, CA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Rachel Zonca is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Zonca is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Zonca is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Internal Medicine

      Pacific Central Coast Health Centers

      1510 E Main St, Suite 104 C, 
      Santa Maria, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Sweeney is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Sweeney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), and Familial Hypercholesterolemia.

      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      135 Carmen Ln, 
      Santa Maria, CA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Francis Lagattuta is a Physiatrist in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Lagattuta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Chronic Pain, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Fibromyalgia.

      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Family Medicine
      2050 S Blosser Rd, 
      Santa Maria, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daniel Lopez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Lopez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Sitosterolemia.

      Advanced in Scoliosis
      Advanced in Scoliosis

      Radiology Associates Of San Luis Obispo A Medical Group Inc

      Santa Maria, CA 
       (8.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mark Ziemba is a Radiologist in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Ziemba is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Osteopenia, Melorheostosis, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.

      Matthew G. Hadilaksono
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Experienced in Scoliosis

      Restorative Spine And Pain Inc

      214 South Stratford Ave, 
      Santa Maria, CA 
       (10.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Hadilaksono is a dual board certified and fellowship trained Interventional Pain & Musculoskeletal Medicine specialist. His double board certification in Pain Medicine and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation allows him to provide a comprehensive care approach for his patients. Growing up in California, he spent his time volunteering at Venice Family Clinic while completing his undergraduate study at University of California, Los Angeles. He received his medical degree from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine New York. He went on to complete his residency training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University Hospital of Brooklyn, SUNY Downstate Medical Center. He then continued with his sub-specialty fellowship training in Interventional Pain and Sports Medicine at the Center for Advanced Pain Management and Rehabilitation/Rutgers University in New Jersey.Dr. Hadilaksono utilizes minimally invasive and non-operative approach for the treatment of spine and joint pain, as well as neuropathic pain. His approach incorporates electro-diagnostic testing, diagnostic ultrasound, formulation of rehabilitative programs, fluoroscopic and ultrasound guided interventional techniques, neuromodulation (spinal cord stimulator, DRG stimulator, PNS), and regenerative medicine. Dr. Hadilaksono is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Chronic Pain, and Spinal Stenosis.

      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Family Medicine

      Community Health Centers Of The Central Coast Inc

      150 Tejas Pl, 
      Nipomo, CA 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Steve Clarke is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nipomo, California. Dr. Clarke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Family Medicine

      Community Health Centers Of The Central Coast Inc

      150 Tejas Pl, 
      Nipomo, CA 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      George Cury is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nipomo, California. Dr. Cury is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Shingles, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).

      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Internal Medicine

      Community Health Centers Of The Central Coast Inc

      150 Tejas Pl, 
      Nipomo, CA 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ben Cooke is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Nipomo, California. Dr. Cooke has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

      Jonathan E. Fow
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Experienced in Scoliosis

      Orthopedics And PM&R - Dignity Health - Arroyo Grande, CA

      850 Fair Oaks Ave, Suite 100, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (14.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jonathan Fow is an Orthopedics provider in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Fow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Fow is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Family Medicine
      2120 Cienaga St, 
      Oceano, CA 
       (14.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ethan Etnyre is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Oceano, California. Dr. Etnyre is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Geriatrics | Internal Medicine

      Chc

      260 Station Way, Ste A, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (14.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Accessible and Comprehensive Quality Health Care Services. Dr. Bhat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Scoliosis
      Internal Medicine

      Community Health Centers Of The Central Coast Inc

      1057 E Grand Ave, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Pankaj Karan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Karan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Chorea-Acanthocytosis.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      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 too much. The spine might look like the letter C or S.

      When should I see a Scoliosis doctor near Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, 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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