The 20 Best Spinal Fusion Doctors in Louisiana, US

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Spinal Fusion

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 28 doctor with experience in Spinal Fusion near Louisiana, US. Of these, 24 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Spinal Fusion
    Elite in Spinal Fusion
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    Spine Institute Of Louisiana LLC

    1500 Line Ave Ste 200, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    318-629-5555
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Pierce Nunley is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Nunley is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease, Lordosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy. Dr. Nunley is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Michael J. Heffernan
    Pediatric Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Michael J. Heffernan
    Pediatric Orthopedics
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    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    504-896-9569
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Michael Heffernan is a Pediatric Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Heffernan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Fractured Spine, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Ayush Arora
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Ayush Arora
    Cardiology
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    Cardiovascular Institute

    1320 Martin Luther King Drive, 
    Thibodaux, LA 
    985-446-2021
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Ayush Arora is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Dr. Arora is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, High Cholesterol, Arterial Embolism, Atherectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Arora is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Richard S. Tubbs
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Richard S. Tubbs
    General Surgery
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    Acess Health Louisiana Primary Care

    1415 Tulane Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    504-988-5561
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Richard Tubbs is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Tubbs is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pica, Rathke Cleft Cyst, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Osteotomy.

    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
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    Lsuhsc Shreveport

    1501 Kings Hwy, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    318-626-0000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Zhang is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Zhang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Coccydynia, Osteoporosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy. Dr. Zhang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Referral may be required

    Houma Orthopedic Clinic/Open Mri

    1001 School St, 
    Houma, LA 
    985-868-1540
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Sina Pourtaheri is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Houma, Louisiana. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Pourtaheri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis, Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis, Spinal Fusion, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Pourtaheri is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Referral may be required

    Bone & Joint Clinic

    71211 Highway 21 Ste A, 
    Covington, LA 
    985-893-9922
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Matthew Webb is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Webb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Kienbock's Disease, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Webb is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Michael S. Phillips
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Michael S. Phillips
    Family Medicine

    Green Clinic Surgical Hospital CRNA Group

    1200 S Farmerville St, 
    Ruston, LA 
    318-255-3690
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Phillips is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ruston, Louisiana. Dr. Phillips is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Necrosis, Peptic Ulcer, Muscle Atrophy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Phillips is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Referral may be required

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    504-702-3000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Gabriel Tender is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Tender is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease, Epidural Hematoma, Neuralgia, Spinal Fusion, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Tender is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Referral may be required

    Spine Institute Of Louisiana LLC

    1500 Line Ave Ste 200, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    318-629-5555
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Campbell is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Campbell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Campbell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Alan D. Kaye
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Alan D. Kaye
    Pain Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Lsuhsc Shreveport

    1501 Kings Hwy, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    504-150-8887
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alan Kaye is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Kaye is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pain, Chronic Pain, Neuralgia, Rhizotomy, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Kaye is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Anthony H. Sin
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Anthony H. Sin
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1512 W Kirby Pl, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    318-675-5000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Anthony Sin is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Sin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Herniated Disc Surgery, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Sin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Brian T. Sullivan
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Brian T. Sullivan
    Family Medicine

    Our Lady Of The Lake Assumption Community Hospital

    135 Highway 402, 
    Napoleonville, LA 
    337-534-0952
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Brian Sullivan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Napoleonville, Louisiana. Dr. Sullivan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dehydration, Headache, Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Sullivan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Referral may be required

    East Jefferson General Hospital

    4224 Houma Blvd, 
    Metairie, LA 
    504-503-7001
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Maulucci is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Maulucci is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arachnoiditis, Cervical Myelopathy, Invertebral Disc Disease, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Maulucci is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Referral may be required

    Tulane Orthopaedic Clinic - Lakeside

    4720 S I 10 Service Rd W, 
    Metairie, LA 
    504-988-8010
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    William Sherman is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Sherman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Septic Arthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Sherman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1501 Kings Hwy Rm 3-407, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    318-675-6404
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Stanley Hoang is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Hoang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Fusion, and Bone Graft. Dr. Hoang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Aaron S. Dumont
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Aaron S. Dumont
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Aaron Dumont is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Dumont is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Hydrocephalus, Stent Placement, and Posterior Fossa Decompression. Dr. Dumont is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurosurgery. Dr. Dumont is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Referral may be required

    Tulane Doctors - Neurosciences - EJGH

    4224 Houma Blvd, 
    Metairie, LA 
    504-503-7001
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sassan Keshavarzi is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Keshavarzi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Spondylolisthesis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Keshavarzi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Rishi K. Wadhwa
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Dr. Rishi K. Wadhwa
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Spine Institute Of Louisiana LLC

    1500 Line Ave Ste 200, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    318-629-5555
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Rishi Wadhwa is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Wadhwa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Scoliosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Wadhwa is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Referral may be required

    Lsuhsc Shreveport

    1501 Kings Hwy, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    318-675-5000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Bharat Guthikonda is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Guthikonda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 73 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Meningioma, Subdural Hematoma, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Laminectomy. Dr. Guthikonda is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 Louisiana, 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 Louisiana, 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 do I find the best Spinal Fusion doctor in Louisiana, US?

    You can find a Spinal Fusion doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Spinal Fusion doctors in Louisiana, 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 Louisiana, 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 Louisiana, 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 Louisiana, 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 Louisiana, 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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