The 20 Best Spinal Fusion Doctors in Arizona, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 75 doctor with experience in Spinal Fusion near Arizona, US. Of these, 58 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Juan S. Uribe
    Elite in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery
    Elite in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery

    Barrow Brain And Spine

    2910 N 3rd Ave, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Juan Uribe is a Neurosurgery provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Uribe is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Spondylolisthesis, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy. Dr. Uribe is currently accepting new patients.

    Jay D. Turner
    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery

    Barrow Brain And Spine

    2910 N 3rd Ave, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jay Turner is a Neurosurgery provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Turner has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Kyphosis, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy. Dr. Turner is currently accepting new patients.

    Nicholas Theodore
    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion

    Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix - Banner - University Medicine Institutes 755

    755 East McDowell Road, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Outside of medicine, I value spending time with family and friends, and I enjoy being outdoors and traveling. My professional interests lie at the intersection of engineering and surgery, where I focus on developing and refining medical technologies and techniques that enhance safety, precision, and efficiency in neurosurgical care. Dr. Theodore is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Tethered Cord Syndrome, Spinal Tumor, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

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    Shaleen Vira
    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics

    Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix - Banner - University Medicine Institutes 755

    755 East McDowell Road, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I enjoy running, golfing, skiing, spending time with family and friends, and traveling. Dr. Vira is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Luis M. Tumialan
    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Advanced in Spinal Fusion

    Barrow Brain And Spine

    7242 E Obsorn Rd, Ste 420, 
    Scottsdale, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    At BBS, we put our patients first.  We are committed to treating our patients with compassion and to providing innovative and sound medical options for the treatment of our patient's neurological conditions.  As a patient of BBS, your health and well-being are important to us.  The neurosurgeons, physiatrists, hospital staff, neurological institute, and other members of our multidisciplinary team work together with one goal in mind - helping you get well. Dr. Tumialan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Andrew Chung
    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics

    Banner Health Center

    13995 West Statler Boulevard, Suite 200, 
    Surprise, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Family time, cooking, working out, reading. Dr. Chung is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Kyphosis, Acute Pain, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Mark E. Oppenlander
    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Advanced in Spinal Fusion

    Barrow Brain And Spine

    19636 North 27th Avenue, Ste 203, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Oppenlander is a Neurosurgery provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Oppenlander is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Subdural Hematoma, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy. Dr. Oppenlander is currently accepting new patients.

    Laura A. Snyder
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery

    Barrow Brain And Spine

    2910 N 3rd Ave, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Specializing is minimally invasive spine surgery, Dr. Snyder provides excellence in patient care, surgical precision, and implementation of new technology. Dr. Snyder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. Her top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Kyphosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Nikolay Martirosyan
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Banner Health Center Plus At Arcadia

    4200 East Camelback Road, Suite 202, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Outside of the operating room, I’m passionate about mentoring future neurosurgeons, contributing to spine research, and advancing surgical innovation. When I’m not working, I enjoy exploring the outdoors, spending time with my family, and staying active through hiking and nature photography. I also enjoy connecting with the community and participating in medical outreach and educational initiatives. Dr. Martirosyan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Brain Tumor, Herniated Disk, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Mansour Mathkour
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    General Surgery | Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    General Surgery | Neurosurgery

    Banner - University Medicine Multispecialty Services Clinic

    265 West Ina Road, 
    Tucson, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    I’m passionate about advancing spine care through surgical innovation, outcomes research, and medical education, and I remain actively engaged in mentorship and clinical teaching. My clinical interests span minimally invasive spine surgery, complex spine reconstruction, spinal oncology, and deformity correction, with a strong focus on personalized, evidence-based care.Outside of the operating room, I enjoy spending time with my family, exploring the outdoors, and supporting health outreach programs. I’m also involved in global neurosurgery initiatives aimed at improving access to advanced spine care in underserved regions. Fluent in English and Arabic, I strive to provide inclusive, culturally attuned care that respects the backgrounds and needs of every patient I serve. Dr. Mathkour is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation Type 2, Chiari Malformation, Split Spinal Cord Malformation, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

    Scott Montgomery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Sports Medicine | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Sports Medicine | Orthopedics

    Banner - University Medicine Orthopedics Clinic

    2800 East Ajo Way, 
    Tucson, AZ 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    I enjoy spending time with my family outdoors in the Tucson sun (more so in the winter months when it is cool)! We like to hike and go to UofA athletic events. I also like to participate in coaching my kids’ youth sports teams. Dr. Montgomery is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Trochlear Dysplasia, Spinal Fusion, and Bone Graft.

    Robin J. Hurlbert
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Banner - University Medicine North

    3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 2, 
    Tucson, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Excellence in medical and physical health. Dr. Hurlbert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Fractured Spine, Epidural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Michael Prim
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery

    Banner - University Medicine Neurosurgery Clinic

    755 East McDowell Road, Floor 2, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My clinical interests include the treatment of complex spine surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery, deformity corrections, spine oncology. Dr. Prim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Meningocele, Spinal Tumor, Spinal Stenosis, Spinal Fusion, and Microdiscectomy.

    Colin Gold
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery

    Banner - University Medicine North

    3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 2, 
    Tucson, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rock climbing, hiking, cooking. Dr. Gold is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Epidural Hematoma, Delirium, Cervical Spondylosis, and Spinal Fusion.

    Kaith K. Almefty
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Barrow Brain And Spine

    1875 W Frye Rd, Ste 300, 
    Chandler, AZ 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kaith Almefty is a Neurosurgery provider in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Almefty has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Schwannoma, Acoustic Neuroma, Meningioma, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Almefty is currently accepting new patients.

    Peter Du
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics

    Banner - University Medicine Orthopedics Clinic

    707 N Alvernon Way, Suite 205, 
    Tucson, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    In my free time I enjoy weight lifting, both road and mountain biking, and just hanging out with my family and friends. I am also a novice golfer who aims to lose less than 10 golf balls a round soon. Dr. Du is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Fractured Spine, Vitamin D Deficiency, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Bone Graft, and Spinal Fusion.

    Richard Chua
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery

    Banner - University Medicine Multispecialty Services Clinic

    265 West Ina Road, 
    Tucson, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I am active member of my church and serve as a Eucharistic Minister. I am an active recreational tennis player, and enjoy spending time with my wife of over 30 years, and our two miniature Australian Labradoodles. In my spare time, I support my wife in her DIY arts and crafts studio. Dr. Chua is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Kade Mcquivey
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

    Banner Health Center

    7701 West Aspera Boulevard, Stes 102, 
    Glendale, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Outdoors, flyfishing, hiking, skiing, sports, live music, exercise, orthopedic research, orthopedic leadership. Dr. Mcquivey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Collins Pope Syndrome, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Scoliosis, Shoulder Arthroscopy, and Osteotomy.

    Robert Bina
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery

    Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix - Banner - University Medicine Institutes 755

    755 East McDowell Road, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I am very interested in how the brain works, how we make decisions, and how we have feelings. I love treating Epilepsy, Tremor, and PD – the therapies I employ can be life changing; I am particularly passionate about emerging surgical therapies for psychiatric diseases. Dr. Bina is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Hydrocephalus, Seizures, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Thrombectomy.

    Salvatore C. Lettieri
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Salvatore C. Lettieri, MD Private Practice

    2601 E Roosevelt St, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Salvatore Lettieri is a Plastic Surgeon in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Lettieri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Facial Paralysis, Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, Fractured Spine, Tissue Biopsy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Lettieri is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Spinal Fusion?

    Spinal fusion is surgery to permanently join together two or more bones in the spine so there is no movement between them. These bones are called vertebrae.

    When should I see a Spinal Fusion doctor in Arizona, 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 Spinal Fusion doctor in Arizona, 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 Spinal Fusion doctors in Arizona, 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 Spinal Fusion doctors in Arizona, 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 Spinal Fusion doctor in Arizona, 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 Spinal Fusion doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Spinal Fusion 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 Spinal Fusion doctor in Arizona, 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 Spinal Fusion 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 Spinal Fusion 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 Spinal Fusion doctors in Arizona, US?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Spinal Fusion 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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