The 20 Best Spinal Stenosis Doctors Near Me in Arlington, VA

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The 20 Best Spinal Stenosis Doctors near Arlington, VA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 191 doctor with experience in Spinal Stenosis near Arlington, VA. Of these, 135 are Experienced, 35 are Advanced, 20 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis

    Aligned Orthopedic Partners

    1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 180, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Joseph O’Brien is a specialist in minimally invasive spine surgery. He spent 9 years at GWU as an associate professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Neurological Surgery. Additionally, he was formerly the Medical Director of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery at The GW Hospital. He is a fellow in the Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery. He completed his spine surgical training at the Johns Hopkins University Medical Center. Dr. O’Brien actively pursues research in ways to improve spine surgery and techniques to salvage failed spine surgery. He has been published in a variety of medical journals including Spine, the Journal of Neurosurgery Spine, Neurosurgery, Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, and Current Orthopaedic Practice. His research has been presented around the globe with between 10-20 research presentations on a national level per year. He offers expertise in minimally invasive surgery and revision of failed spine surgery. In particular, he has an interest in failed cervical spine surgery. Dr. O'brien is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Sciatica, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis

    MedStar Health Orthopedics At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Akhil Jay Khanna is an Orthopedics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Jay Khanna is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Laminectomy.

    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics | Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics | Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

    Medstar Medical Group Ii LLC

    3800 Reservoir Rd Nw, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Addisu Mesfin is an Orthopedics specialist and a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Mesfin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Frontonasal Dysplasia Klippel Feil Syndrome, Fractured Spine, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

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    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics

    Mgmc LLC

    3800 Reservoir Rd Nw, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Fred Mo is an Orthopedics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Mo 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 Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Mo is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Neurosurgery

    Virginia Neurosurgeons

    1625 N George Mason Dr Ste 445, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nikhil Nayak is a Neurosurgery provider in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Nayak is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Fractured Spine, Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis

    Washington Neurosurgical Associates

    5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 510, Suite 510, 
    Washington, DC 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joshua Ammerman is a Neurosurgery provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Ammerman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis

    Washington Neurosurgical Associates

    5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 510, Suite 510, 
    Washington, DC 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Matthew D. Ammerman is an assistant clinical professor of neurosurgery at George Washington University School of Medicine. He practices out of Washington Neurosurgical Associates at Sibley Memorial Hospital and George Washington University Medical Center. Dr. Ammerman’s expertise is in minimally invasive techniques for spinal disease. Dr. Ammerman earned his undergraduate degree from Emory University and his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. He continued his education at George Washington, completing a residency in neurological surgery. Dr. Ammerman then went on to complete a fellowship in minimally invasive and complex spine surgery at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine. Dr. Ammerman supervises the monthly journal club for the neurosurgical residents at the George Washington University School of Medicine. He has also published research in medical journals and contributed textbook chapters. Dr. Ammerman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis

    Mgmc LLC

    106 Irving St Nw, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Oliver Tannous is an Orthopedics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Tannous is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Herniated Disc Surgery, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Tannous is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis

    Washington Orthopaedics And Sports Medicine, P.A.

    5550 Friendship Blvd, Suite 300, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Offers Telehealth

    "Dr. Tushar Ch. Patel is a fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in spinal surgery with a concentration on conditions of the cervical spine (neck) with a particular interest in minimally invasive surgery and disc replacement. He has been in practice since 1994 having served as Chief, Section of Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopedics, Yale University School of Medicine until 2000, then in Northern Virginia until 2017. Dr. Patel's research interests include tissue engineering, bone growth factors, and innovative techniques in spinal surgery. His research efforts have resulted in multiple peer-reviewed publications and numerous patents. He has presented extensively both nationally and internationally at the meetings of the leading societies in spinal surgery. He is currently a member of the North American Spine Society, the Cervical Spine research Society and a founding member of the Lumbar Spine Research Society. He has held multiple leadership and committee positions in these societies. His research experience, academic experience, and extensive clinical experience allow him to devise an individualized care plan to allow patients to return as rapidly as possible to a healthy active lifestyle, with surgery as a last resort. He has been recognized as a ""Top Doctor"" six times by the Washingtonian magazine.". Dr. Patel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Elite in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics
    Elite in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics

    Nclark LLC

    4250 Chain Bridge Rd, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sohail Mirza is an Orthopedics provider in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Mirza is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Chordoma, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Richard Murray
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Neurosurgery

    Virginia Neurosurgeons

    1635 N George Mason Dr, Suite 480, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Richard D. Murray, MD, FAANS, a board-certified, fellowship-trained neurosurgeon, excels in microsurgical and minimally invasive treatments for diverse brain and spine conditions. He specializes in complex brain and skull base tumors, meningiomas, vestibular schwannomas, pituitary adenomas, and spine tumors. Dr. Murray also offers general spine surgeries such as decompressive laminectomies, microdiscectomies, spine fusions, and artificial cervical disc replacements. He emphasizes personalized care, using state-of-the-art technologies for customized treatment plans. Chief of Neurosurgery at VHC Health, Dr. Murray, frequently brings together experts from different fields within a multispecialty group to manage complex cases. Dr. Murray is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Hemangioblastoma, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Meningioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis

    Denis R Harris MD

    3301 New Mexico Avenue Northwest, Suite 346, Suite 346, 
    Washington, DC 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Denis R. Harris is a hospital chair and an orthopaedic surgeon at Sibley Memorial Hospital. He has a solo practice in Washington, D.C. Dr. Harris earned his undergraduate degree from University of Wisconsin, where he also earned his medical degree from their Medical School. Dr. Harris completed an internship in surgery at Northwestern, as well as residences in general and orthopaedic surgery at George Washington University Hospital. Dr. Harris is a member of the Clinical Pathologic Society. He has received the US News & World Report award for quality practice, as well as the Consumer’s Checkbook Magazine award for quality practice. Consumers Research also presented Dr. Harris with a quality practice award and named him one of America’s Top Orthopedists. He has also been named Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine. Dr. Harris has received the Theobald Smith Award for original research. Dr. Harris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Bursitis.

    Ira D. Fisch
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics

    Aligned Orthopedic Partners

    10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 506, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (10.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    A graduate of Queens College and Georgetown University School of Medicine, Dr. Fisch trained in orthopedic surgery at the Montefiore/ Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. He received spine training at the Spinecare/ St. Mary’s/ Stanford University Combined Spine Fellowship Program. His areas of special interest include surgery of the cervical, lumbar, and thoracic spine. As a diplomate of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Dr. Fisch is trained in all aspects of spine surgery instrumentation, using anterior and posterior approaches. In addition, he is a leader in state-of-the-art spine injections, which frequently enable patients to avoid surgery.SpecialtiesCervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar SpinePrivilegesDr. Fisch performs surgery at Surgical Specialty Center of Mid-Atlantic, Suburban Hospital and the Surgery Center of Rockville. Dr. Fisch is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Invertebral Disc Disease, Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Neurosurgery

    Gw Neurosurgery-Foggy Bottom South Pavilion

    Washington, DC 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fabio Roberti is a Neurosurgery provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Roberti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Hydrocephalus, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis

    Physical Medicine Associates LTD

    3803 Fairfax Dr Ste 400, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kemesha Delisser is a Physiatrist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Delisser is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. Her top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Scoliosis, Chronic Pain, and Spinal Stenosis.

    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics

    MedStar Health: Orthopedics At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Seyed Babak is an Orthopedics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Babak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Disc Surgery, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics

    Centers For Advanced Orthopaedics LLC

    2112 F St NW Ste 305, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Levin is an Orthopedics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Levin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Coccydynia, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics

    MedStar Health: Neuroscience At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW Fl 6, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vinay Deshmukh is an Orthopedics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Deshmukh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics

    MedStar Health: Neuroscience At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW Fl 6, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Mcgrail is an Orthopedics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Mcgrail is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Arteriovenous Malformation, Hydrocephalus, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis

    MedStar Health: Neuroscience At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW Fl 6, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Kalhorn is a Neurosurgery provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Kalhorn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation.

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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 Arlington, VA?

    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 Arlington, VA?

    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 Arlington, VA?

    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 Arlington, VA?

    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 Arlington, VA?

    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 Arlington, VA?

    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 Arlington, VA?

    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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