The 20 Best Spinal Fusion Doctors near Boston, MA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 76 doctor with experience in Spinal Fusion near Boston, MA. Of these, 48 are Experienced, 17 are Advanced, 7 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Spinal Fusion
    Elite in Spinal Fusion

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Comprehensive Spine Center

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 5, 
    South Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Schoenfeld is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in South Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Schoenfeld is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kyphosis, Spinal Cord Abscess, Spinal Stenosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy. Dr. Schoenfeld is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery.

    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Neurosurgery

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Zaidi is an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery and director of spine research at the Computational Neurosurgical Outcomes Center at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Given the complex nature of spine diseases, Dr. Zaidi believes in tailoring surgical techniques and individualizing care to treat each patient’s unique set of circumstances. He strongly adheres to the philosophy of caring for his patients as if they were his own family members. Dr. Zaidi believes that developing a surgical plan depends on a thoughtful conversation with his patients and their families and tailoring surgery to meet the patient’s goals and specific needs.Fascinated by the complexity of spinal disorders and the ability of spine surgery to restore function and improve the quality of a patient’s life, he pursued a specialized fellowship in complex spine surgery, adult spinal deformity surgery, as well as endoscopic surgery. He integrates novel, minimally invasive techniques and modern technological innovations to treat a variety of spinal pathologies.Dr. Zaidi’s clinical practice is focused on the treatment of global spinal imbalance among patients with degenerative spine disease, tumors and scoliosis; by restoring the natural curvature of the spine, surgery can reduce pain and improve function. His research focuses on developing novel surgical tools to improve the safety and efficacy of surgery, as well as analyzing surgical outcomes in order to improve surgical outcomes. Dr. Zaidi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypothalamic Tumor, Pituitary Tumor, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Zaidi is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Advanced in Spinal Fusion

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Comprehensive Spine Center

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 5, 
    South Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brendan Striano is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in South Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Striano is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Fractured Spine, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

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    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Bono is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Bono is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spinal Cord Abscess, Fractured Spine, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Boston IVF - Boston

    1 Liberty Square, Suite 900, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sandy Li is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Li is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Infertility, Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Gallbladder Removal, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Li is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 2, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sapan Gandhi is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Gandhi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Lordosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy. Dr. Gandhi is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 2, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Geoffrey Stoker is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Stoker 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 Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Kyphosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Stoker is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics

    Orthopedic Center

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Emans is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Emans is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion

    Orthopedic Center

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Hedequist is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Hedequist is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Orthopedics

    Orthopedic Center

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Hresko is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Hresko is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion

    Orthopedic Center

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lawrence Karlin is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Karlin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Frontonasal Dysplasia Klippel Feil Syndrome, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in Spinal Fusion
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Department Of Cardiology

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Farias is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Farias is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Pulmonary Artery Agenesis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
    Distinguished in Spinal Fusion

    Brigham And Women's Hospital

    75 Francis St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patawut Bovonratwet is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Bovonratwet is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pain, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Neurosurgery
    Neurosurgery

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lu is a spine surgeon and an Associate Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery. Additionally, Dr. Lu serves as the Director of Neurosurgical Trauma at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Dr. Lu completed medical school at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. He went on to complete his training at Boston Children’s Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and he completed his Spine Fellowship at the University of Miami Department of Neurosurgery.Dr Lu’s clinical practice is focused on minimally invasive spine surgery, spinal deformity and scoliosis correction, spinal tumor (primary and metastasis, and spinal trauma. His research involves spinal cord injury, namely the axon regeneration and locomotion recovery after spinal cord injury. Dr. Lu is committed to putting his patients first and treating his patients as if they were his own family. Dr. Lu 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, Scoliosis, Epidural Abscess, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Lu is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mooney is an Attending Neurosurgeon in the Department of Neurosurgery and an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Mooney completed his undergraduate training at the University of Michigan where he studied Neuroscience. He subsequently completed a research fellowship in neurogenetics at the National Institutes of Health prior to attending medical school at Cornell. He completed his residency training at the Barrow Neurological Institute with a focus on complex cranial and spine surgery, and he completed a clinical fellowship in skull base surgery at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital.Dr. Mooney’s clinical practice covers both brain and spine surgery, including brain and spine tumors, degenerative spine disease/spinal stenosis, and minimally-invasive spine techniques. He is dedicated to thoughtful patient selection and preoperative evaluation in order to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients, and he is committed to improving healthcare delivery for patients through his work as the Director of Clinical Care Redesign within Mass General Brigham. Dr. Mooney 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 Subdural Hematoma, Brain Tumor, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy. Dr. Mooney is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Neurosurgery

    110 Francis Street, Suite 3B, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Greek, Spanish

    Efstathios Papavassiliou is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Papavassiliou 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 Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Parkinson's Disease, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Papavassiliou is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Comprehensive Spine Center

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 5, 
    South Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Trained in both Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical aspects of Spine Surgery, Dr. Melvin C. Makhni is the Director of Complex Spine Surgery in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Brigham and Women's Hospital.  Dr. Makhni uses the most up-to-date techniques in minimally invasive, microscopic, motion-sparing, ultrasonic, and computer navigation surgery to optimize treatment success.  Dr. Makhni treats the entire spectrum of spine conditions.  He has published techniques of fusion-less cervical spine surgery such as artificial disc replacements.  His interest in the Athlete Spine led to his collaboration with Major League Baseball, from which he has presented his work to international audiences.  He integrates minimally invasive and open techniques in scoliosis and spinal reconstructive surgery, and has published and presented innovative techniques to help patients suffering with spinal disorders such as the ""Kickstand Rod"" technique for coronal imbalance.  Dr. Makhni is a fellowship-trained Spine Surgeon on faculty at Harvard Medical School and on staff at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the Dana Farber Cancer Institute.  He is a graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard Medical School, and completed his Orthopaedic then his combined Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical Spine training in New York City at Columbia University.  Dr. Makhni serves on advisory panels at the North American Spine Society and has internationally published two textbooks, and has published / presented over fifty scientific articles and abstracts to national and international audiences.". Dr. Makhni 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 Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Makhni is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Orthopaedics Center

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 5, 
    South Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lange is an Associate Orthopaedic Surgeon in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School.His practice is focused on the treatment of hip and knee disorders, including hip and knee replacement surgery. Dr. Lange’s research is focused on optimizing the results of joint replacement surgery. Dr. Lange 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, Infectious Arthritis, Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Lange is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Endocrinology

    Office

    50 Blossom St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joel Finkelstein is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Finkelstein 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 Menopause, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Gastric Bypass, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Spinal Fusion
    Experienced in Spinal Fusion

    Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ganesh Shankar is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Shankar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Apoplexy, Bone Tumor, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Shankar is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

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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 near Boston, MA?

    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 Boston, MA?

    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 Boston, MA?

    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 Boston, MA?

    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 Boston, MA?

    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 Boston, MA?

    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 Boston, MA?

    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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