The 20 Best Spinal Fusion Doctors near Newport Beach, CA

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Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 34 doctor with experience in Spinal Fusion near Newport Beach, CA. Of these, 21 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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34 providers found
    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery

    Humanistic Services Inc.

    3900 W Coast Hwy Ste 330, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Kanter is a Neurosurgery provider in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Kanter is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery
    1501 Superior Avenue, Suite 214, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Yanni is a Neurosurgery provider in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Yanni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Epidural Hematoma, Spinal Fusion, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Yanni is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

    Office

    501 E Peltason Dr, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vivien Chan is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in Irvine, California. Dr. Chan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. Her top areas of expertise are Osteotomy and Spinal Fusion.

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    OrthoWest

    18785 Brookhurst St., Suite 100, 
    Fountain Valley, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Johnson is originally from Minneapolis, MN and completed his undergraduate studies at the Revelle College of the University of California, San Diego. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry/Chemistry finishing Magna Cum Laude and as a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. Subsequently, he earned his medical degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, graduating at the top of his class and as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. While at Pittsburgh, he developed his desire to pursue a career in Orthopaedic Surgery, while working with world renowned Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeons.He underwent Orthopaedic Surgery residency training at Northwestern University in Chicago, where he was elected Chief Administrative resident. As Chief resident, he helped oversee the entire residency program, and was awarded journal club grants from the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery/Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation. He was also awarded a Hark Lectureship grant and served as a team physician for the Chicago Public Schools’ athletic program. Additionally, his position as chief resident earned him the opportunity to work at spring training with the Chicago Cubs. Following residency, he furthered his spine surgery training with a fellowship at the University of California, San Diego under Dr. Steven R. Garfin. . His top areas of expertise are Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis, Fractured Spine, Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis, Hip Replacement, and Spinal Fusion.

    Zafar S. Khan
    Orthopedics
    Orthopedics

    OrthoWest

    8700 Warner Ave, Suite 140, 
    Fountain Valley, CA 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Zafar S. Khan is a board certified Orthopaedic Surgeon, practicing at Fountain Valley Regional Medical Center. He sub-specializes in Spine Surgery. Dr. Khan graduated from Johns Hopkins University and University of Maryland School of Medicine. He completed his Orthopaedic Surgery residency at the University of Illinois in Chicago. This was followed by a fellowship in Spine Surgery at the prestigious Leatherman Spine Center in Louisville, Kentucky.Dr. Khan has published and spoken numerous times on key and emerging topics in Spine Surgery. He has served as an instructor in Spine Surgery and has participated in the development of numerous implants. Considered an expert in robotic spine surgery, Dr. Zafar Khan instructs other surgeons on its use and application.Dr. Khan has served as Chairman of Surgery at Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and as Chairman of the Quality Review Committee. He has been named a Physician of Excellence in 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 by the Orange County Medical Association and Orange Coast Magazine. Additionally, Dr. Zafar Khan was awarded, "Top Doctor" in America by Castle Connolly in 2016 and 2017. . His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Fractured Spine, Invertebral Disc Disease, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Robert S. Bray MD Inc.

    3501 Jamboree Rd Ste 1250, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Grant Shifflett is an Orthopedics provider in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Shifflett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics

    Robert S. Bray MD Inc.

    3501 Jamboree Rd Ste 1250, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Girdler is an Orthopedics provider in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Girdler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Scoliosis, Fractured Spine, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery

    Gottschalk Medical Plaza

    Irvine, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Oh is a Neurosurgery provider in Irvine, California. Dr. Oh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Osteotomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    3501 Jamboree Rd, Suite 1250, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brandon Hirsch is an Orthopedics provider in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Hirsch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Lordosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Hirsch is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery

    Hoag Hospital

    1 Hoag Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vikram Mehta is a Neurosurgery provider in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Mehta has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Hydrocephalus, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Spinal Fusion, and Vertebroplasty.

    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion

    Regents Of The University Of California

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (12.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sohaib Hashmi is an Orthopedics provider in Orange, California. Dr. Hashmi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Diskitis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion

    Regents Of The University Of California

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (12.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nitin Bhatia is an Orthopedics provider in Orange, California. Dr. Bhatia is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Radiation Oncology

    Uc Regents Department Of Radiation Oncology

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (12.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Garrett Harada is a Radiation Oncologist in Orange, California. Dr. Harada is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Ataxia-Telangiectasia, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics

    Kaiser Permanente Alton/Sand Canyon Medical Offices - Orthopedics Department

    6670 Alton Pkwy, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gina Mosich is an Orthopedics provider in Irvine, California. Dr. Mosich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. Her top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Mosich is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery

    Hoag Hospital

    16405 Sand Canyon Ave Ste 200, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nathan Han is a Neurosurgery provider in Irvine, California. Dr. Han is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Kyphosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery

    Azita Mesbah MD Inc.

    16305 Sand Canyon Ave Ste 220, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pawel Jankowski is a Neurosurgery provider in Irvine, California. Dr. Jankowski 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 Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

    Shakib Chiropractic Inc.

    15785 Laguna Canyon Rd Ste 110, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Kim is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon in Irvine, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Prostatectomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery

    Irvine Orthopaedic Associates

    16300 Sand Canyon Ave Ste 511, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alvin Chan is a Neurosurgery provider in Irvine, California. Dr. Chan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Syringobulbia, Seizures, Osteotomy, and Microvascular Decompression.

    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Family Medicine
    14571 Magnolia Street, Suite 105, 
    Westminster, CA 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Nguyen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Westminster, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Concussion, Rhizarthrosis, Mononeuritis Multiplex, Osteotomy, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Nguyen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics

    Regents Of The University Of California

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (12.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Yu-po Lee is an Orthopedics provider in Orange, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Fractured Spine, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 near Newport Beach, 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 Spinal Fusion doctor near Newport Beach, 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 Spinal Fusion doctors near Newport Beach, 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 Spinal Fusion doctors near Newport Beach, 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 Spinal Fusion doctor near Newport Beach, 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 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 near Newport Beach, 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 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 near Newport Beach, CA?

    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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