The 20 Best Spinal Stenosis Doctors Near Me in Rockaway Park, NY

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Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 363 doctor with experience in Spinal Stenosis near Rockaway Park, NY. Of these, 257 are Experienced, 71 are Advanced, 28 are Distinguished and 4 are Elite.

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    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics

    Maimonides Medical Center Orthopaedic Fpp

    6010 Bay Pkwy, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Afshin Razi is an Orthopedics provider in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Razi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Hip Replacement.

    Elite in Spinal Stenosis
    Elite in Spinal Stenosis

    Hospital For Special Surgery

    535 E 70th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Hughes is an Orthopedics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Hughes is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

    Elite in Spinal Stenosis
    Elite in Spinal Stenosis

    Federico P Girardi MD PC

    523 E 72nd St, Ground Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Federico Girardi is an Orthopedics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Girardi is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

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    Elite in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics
    Elite in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics

    David Mayman MD PC

    523 E 72nd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frank Cammisa is an Orthopedics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Cammisa is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

    Elite in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics
    Elite in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics

    The Pavilion

    541 E 71st St Fl 4, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Todd Albert is an Orthopedics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Albert is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Albert is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    529 Beach 20th Street, 
    Far Rockaway, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Yoruba
    Offers Telehealth

    Abiola Familusi is a Physiatrist in Far Rockaway, New York. Dr. Familusi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Rhabdomyolysis, Protein Deficiency, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

    Mark B. Eisenberg
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lynbrook

    444 Merrick Road, Suite 106A, 
    Lynbrook, NY 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Mark Eisenberg, MD, joined Northwell Health in 2005 after nine years in private practice. He is now chief of neurosurgery at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and the founder and director of the Skull Base Center, which is part of the Institute for Neurology and Neurosurgery. The center advances the field through innovative techniques and approaches.After graduating from University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Dr. Eisenberg completed his residency training in neurosurgery at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York. Following residency, he completed a skull base surgery fellowship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. His area of expertise is neurological disease, with a focus on robotic and minimally invasive approaches to skull base and spinal surgery, as well as management and surgical treatment of degenerative spine disorders.""The types of techniques we use at the Skull Base Center take years to hone and practice, and I enjoy bringing that experience to my patient care, as well as training residents and neurosurgeons around the country, and even around the world,"" he says.As associate professor of neurosurgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Dr. Eisenberg teaches courses in skull base surgery and minimally invasive spinal surgery. For the past several years, he's been recognized as one of Castle Connolly's Top Doctors.Dr. Eisenberg has published research in numerous publications and written a comprehensive textbook, The Cavernous Sinus, which provides surgeons with clear, evidence-based direction on performing successful operative procedures with microsurgical instrumentation. The textbook also covers anatomy, diagnosis and treatment, as well as insights on vascular, traumatic, inflammatory and neuroplastic diseases of the cavernous sinus.In addition to providing that same level of clarity in every patient interaction, Dr. Eisenberg appreciates the high level of collaboration and expertise that sets Northwell apart.""Northwell has become the epicenter for the highest levels of neurosurgical care, especially in the region and possibly in the whole tri-state area,"" he says. ""Our expertise makes it easy to take care of complex patients and complex conditions, because we have great subspecialties that all come together here.""". Dr. Eisenberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Meningioma, Prolactinoma, Laminectomy, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation.

    David M. Matusz
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall 7th, 11th And 12th Floors, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David MatuszMD is a fellowship trained spine surgeon who studied with experts in the treatment of complex disorders of the spine at Johns Hopkins, Lenox Hill Hospital, Boston Childrens and with Jurgem Harms at the Linikum Karlsbad-Langensteinbach in Germany.Dr. Matusz has published and presented at both national and international meetings on treatment of disorders of the spine. His practice is dedicated to the care of pediatric and adult patients with spinal disorders.Dr. Matusz was born in upstate New York, graduated from Cornell and received his MD from Columbia University's College of Physicians and Surgeons. He completed his residency in Orthopedic Surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital and his fellowship in spine surgery at the Johns Hopkins University Hospital in Baltimore. Additionally Dr Matusz completed a traveling fellowship in spine surgery at the the Jurgen Harms Klinikum in Germany.His specialty/clinical interests include:- surgical treatment of complex spinal disorders- degenerative conditions of the spine- scoliosis- kyphosis- tumors- disc herniation- minimally invasive surgery- revision surgery- flatback deformity- failed spinal surgery. Dr. Matusz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Jonathan H. Oren
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall 7th, 11th And 12th Floors, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jonathan Oren serves as the co-chief of the Orthopedic Spine Surgery service at Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Oren is an award winning spine surgeon in New York City, having been named to the Castle Connolly Top Doctors list in 2023, 2024 and 2025. He was named as a Super Doctor Rising Star as well four separate times. Dr. Oren is a board certified spine surgeon in the Department of Orthopedics at Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Oren attended Duke University for his undergraduate studies, graduating magna cum laude. Dr. Oren has since been in New York City, attending NYU School of Medicine, during which time he was elected into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha honor medical society. He completed his orthopedic residency at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, serving as executive chief resident during his final year. After his residency, Dr. Oren completed two years of fellowship spine training at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases both in Neurosurgery Spine and Orthopedic Spine Surgery. During his training, Dr. Oren received numerous awards including selection as an Emerging Leader by the American Orthopedic Association. Dr. Oren focuses his clinical time to treating patients with all types of spine disorders. He treats a wide range of spine conditions including scoliosis (adult and pediatric), spinal deformity, spinal stenosis, herniated discs, radiculopathy and nerve deficits related to spinal conditions, instability of the spine, spinal tumors and degenerative disc disease. He performs many spine procedures including minimally invasive surgery, microdiscectomies, laminectomies, fusion of cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, interbody fusions, and disc replacement. Dr. Oren always tries to find an individualized treatment plan for each patient that focuses on non-operative treatment for spinal conditions first, with surgery being a last resort. Dr. Oren is an active researcher of spinal surgery, with a special interest in spinal deformity. He has been the author or co-author of many articles in top peer reviewed orthopedic and neurosurgery spine journals, including Spine, Bone and Joint Journal, Journal of Neurosurgery Spine. Dr. Oren has contributed to over 40 presentations at national and international spine meetings such as the Scoliosis Research Society, the North American Spine Society, the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), and the International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery (ISASS). Dr. Oren is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Frank J. Schwab
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall 7th, 11th And 12th Floors, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, German
    Offers Telehealth

    An internationally renowned spine surgeon, Frank Schwab, MD, FAAOS, specializes in complex spinal pathology, pediatric and adult spinal deformity and revision reconstruction procedures. Dr Schwab s areas of clinical focus include innovating patient-specific operative treatment, optimizing sagittal realignment guidelines, emphasizing the use of pre-operative planning technologies and techniques for complex spine surgery. He is widely recognized as a leader in the field and has pioneered many aspects of spinal deformity care, especially for patients with extensive surgical histories. Dr Schwab also developed the first definitive classification of adult spinal deformity that has become a clinical standard for spinal surgeons all over the world. Dr. Schwab is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Mitchell E. Levine
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    130 East 77th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian

    "Mitchell E. Levine, MD joined the North Shore-LIJ Health System in 2005 after over 20 years of practice and is currently the Director of Spine Surgery within the Division of Neurosurgery at Lenox Hill Hospital. He is also Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at the Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine. During his career Dr. Levine has concentrated on complex and minimally invasive spine surgery, facial pain, trigeminal neuralgia, pain modulation procedures and radiosurgery.Dr. Levine received his medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine and continued his training there in neurosurgery. Under the pioneering microneurosurgeon Dr. Leonard Malis, Dr. Levine was appointed Director of Spinal Neurosurgery at Mount Sinai and then the Director of Neurosurgery at The New York Hospital Queens before joining the North Shore-LIJ Health System. As a resident, he won the prestigious New York Neurosurgical Society Resident Award. Dr. Levine was also a National Institutes of Health neurotraumatolgy fellow at the Medical College of Virginia.Among his accomplishments, Dr. Levine performed the first ""early"" aneurysm surgery at Mount Sinai and pioneered the use of temporary clip occlusion in complex aneurysm cases. More recently, he investigated the use of a novel radiotherapy treatment for malignant brain tumors and has presented his work on the radiosurgical treatment of multiple brain metastasis. In addition, Dr. Levine's clinical and research interests include neuromodulation and the interface of technology and biology, as well as the understanding of the molecular mechanisms of intervetebral disc degeneration and repair. Dr. Levine is one of the few clinically expert spine surgeons to be actively involved in laboratory research and has widely published with Dr. Chahine.". Dr. Levine is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Herniated Disk, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Pain Medicine
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Pain Medicine

    Jonathan M. Hirsch MDPC

    2136 Ocean Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Hirsch is a Pain Medicine provider in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Hirsch is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Chronic Pain, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Herniated Disk.

    Jonathan D. Lewin
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    1414 Newkirk Avenue, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Yiddish

    Jonathan Lewin is an Orthopedics provider in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Lewin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Arthur Kitt
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Pain Medicine

    Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group At Kew Gardens

    80-02 Kew Gardens Rd, Suites 100A & 100B KEW, 
    Gardens, NY 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arthur Kitt, M.D., M.P.H., is a fellowship-trained pain management specialist at Orlin & Cohen. Passionate about improving the quality of life for everyone he treats, Dr. Kitt combines the latest research and pain management techniques with a personalized approach to achieve better patient outcomes.Dr. Kitt is recognized as a leader in his field and is a sought-after speaker with leading professional societies, including the Eastern Pain Association. He has researched, presented, and published on a number of interventional pain topics, including opioid dependence, perioperative analgesia, complex regional pain syndrome, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and surgical spine procedures.Dr. Kitt completed his anesthesiology residency and pain fellowship at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, where he received the Dell Burkey Award as the most Outstanding Pain Fellow. He then spent five years on the faculty at Penn, where he served as the associate pain fellowship director and residency clerkship director. He moved on to work as the Director of Pain Medicine at Staten Island University Hospital for two years before joining Orlin & Cohen in Long Island. Dr. Kitt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Acute Pain, Chronic Pain, and Sacroiliac Joint Disease.

    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Neurosurgery

    Ewyork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital-Digestive Diseases

    515 6th St, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Osama Kashlan is a Neurosurgery provider in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Kashlan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Aladine A. Elsamadicy
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lynbrook

    444 Merrick Road, Suite 106A, 
    Lynbrook, NY 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Aladine A. Elsamadicy is an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery in the Department of Neurosurgery at Donald and Barbra Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Health. He completed his undergraduate studies at Vanderbilt University, where he studied biomedical engineering and mathematics, and was awarded Vanderbilt Top 10 Outstanding Seniors Award. He completed his medical degree at the Duke University School of Medicine where he developed his passion for Neurosurgery and Spine. Dr. Elsamadicy was a Feagin Leadership Scholar and received multiple research awards including the Eugen A. Stead, Jr. Research Scholarship and the B.W. Stiles Scholarship.Dr. Elsamadicy completed his neurosurgery residency at the Yale-New Haven Hospital, where he was awarded with the Dennis D. Spencer Award in Academic Achievement, the Resident Teaching Award, and the Paul Kalanithi Award. Before he completed his training, he completed a Pediatric Spine Deformity Fellowship at Shriners Hospital for Children in Philadelphia and later served as Chief Resident for the Department of Neurosurgery.Dr. Elsamadicy has published over 250 peer-reviewed publications mostly focused on clinical outcomes research in Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery. Given his work, he was recognized by the North American Spine Society (NASS) 20 Under 40.To Dr. Elsamadicy, the most gratifying part of his profession is the ability to provide meaningful connections with his patients and improve their quality of life through skilled-surgical approaches to the spine.Dr. Elsamadicy currently works in the Northwell Health Department of Neurosurgery at North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center, where he focuses on treatment of patients with spinal disorders, including spine deformity, scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, cervical/thoracic spinal cord stenosis, myelopathy, spine fractures and more. Dr. Elsamadicy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Tumor, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

    Alpesh D. Shah
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Sports Medicine | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Sports Medicine | Orthopedics

    Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group At Lynbrook

    444 Merrick Road, 
    Lynbrook, NY 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alpesh Shah, M.D., is board-certified in orthopedic sports medicine and a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.Dr. Shah has special interest in sports injuries, knee and shoulder arthroscopy and fractures. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis.

    Eric P. Keefer
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Sports Medicine | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Sports Medicine | Orthopedics

    Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group At Lynbrook

    444 Merrick Road, 
    Lynbrook, NY 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    A board-certified, fellowship-trained physician, Eric P. Keefer, M.D., joined Orlin & Cohen's well-respected team in 2008. He focuses on sports medicine cases, specifically those related to treatment of the shoulder, knee and elbow.A member of Orlin & Cohen's prestigious sports medicine practice, Dr. Keefer completed his fellowship training at the American Sports Medicine Institute in Birmingham when he participated as the medical moderator of the ASMI Forum, an online resource for information on orthopedic and sports medicine topics. He also is a well-respected researcher who has published the results of his studies and presented his findings at professional conferences. Dr. Keefer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, and Osteotomy.

    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Neurology | Pain Medicine | Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Neurology | Pain Medicine | Neurosurgery
    16408 65th Avenue, 
    Fresh Meadows, NY 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vikas Varma is a Neurologist and a Pain Medicine provider in Fresh Meadows, New York. Dr. Varma is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Satoyoshi Syndrome, Vasoconstriction, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Chronic Demyelinizing Neuropathy with IgM Monoclonal.

    Oryan Baruch
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Pain Medicine

    Downtown Pain Physicians Of Brooklyn

    145 Henry St, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Baruch received his medical degree from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine. He then completed his post-graduate training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University Hospital of Brooklyn, SUNY Downstate Medical Center serving as administrative chief resident during his final year. He went on to complete a sub-specialty fellowship in Interventional Spine and Sports Medicine at the Center for Advanced Pain Management and Rehabilitation/Rutger’s University in New Jersey. Dr. Baruch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Sciatica, Spinal Stenosis, and Chronic Pain.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Spinal Stenosis?

    Spinal stenosis is narrowing of the spinal column that causes pressure on the spinal cord, or narrowing of the openings (called neural foramina) where spinal nerves leave the spinal column.

    When should I see a Spinal Stenosis doctor near Rockaway Park, NY?

    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 Stenosis doctor near Rockaway Park, NY?

    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 Stenosis doctors near Rockaway Park, NY?

    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 Stenosis doctors near Rockaway Park, NY?

    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 Stenosis doctor near Rockaway Park, NY?

    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 Stenosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Spinal Stenosis 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 Stenosis doctor near Rockaway Park, NY?

    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 Stenosis 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 Stenosis 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 Stenosis doctors near Rockaway Park, NY?

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

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