The 20 Best Spinal Stenosis Doctors Near Me in Yakima, WA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 356 doctor with experience in Spinal Stenosis near Yakima, WA. Of these, 213 are Experienced, 96 are Advanced, 44 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Neurosurgery

    Spine Specialists At SNI

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 500, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Oskouian is a neurosurgeon who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of complex spinal disorders. As the Chief of the Complex Spine Department, his clinical practice located on the Swedish/Cherry Hill campus in Seattle focuses on scoliosis, spinal deformities, spine trauma, spine fractures, spinal surgery revisions, osteoporosis, spinal cord injury, degenerative disc disease, spine tumors, stereotactic spinal radiosurgery, spine infections, and minimally invasive spinal surgery. Dr. Oskouian received his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed his residency in neurosurgery at the University of Virginia under the late Dr. John Jane, Sr. Dr. Oskouian completed his neurosurgery fellowship at the New Zealand National Hospital in Auckland. Dr. Oskouian has published in numerous medical journals and textbooks, including Neuroscience, Neurosurgery, Neurosurgical Clinics of North America, the Journal of Neurosurgery, Neurosurgical Focus and Spine. His philosophy of care is to provide comprehensive, individualized medical care for his patients based on the most recent scientific advances. Dr. Oskouian also believes prevention, communication and education are a vital component of a patient’s long-term health and well-being. Dr. Oskouian offers the Digital Surgical Experience to guide his practice and maintain consistent communication with his patients throughout their care. This includes offering virtual visits to patients, timely access to information, and interactive messages, check-ins, and reminders, allowing patients to become custodians of their own care. Dr. Oskouian was selected by Seattle Magazine and Seattle Met Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Oskouian is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Epidural Hematoma, Scoliosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Oskouian is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Oskouian is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis

    Spine Specialists At SNI

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 500, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Chapman is keen on understanding the underlying pathology as clearly as possible and finding the best possible non-operative or surgical options for patients to be able to achieve a lasting, improved quality of life. Dr. Chapman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Diskitis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Chapman is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Chapman is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis

    Spine Specialists At SNI

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 500, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    """To provide compassion, education, and understanding to the patient. With a focus on interventional and regenerative medicine, our goal is to help repair and strengthen damaged tissues, provide improved pain control, and recover function for all the patents we see.""". Dr. David is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Herniated Disk, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft. Dr. David is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. David is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Physiatry
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Physiatry

    Swedish Neurological Rehabilitation Medicine

    1600 East Jefferson Street, Suite 300, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lim believes in providing his patients with rehabilitation services in a compassionate manner, to promote maximum levels of functional independence as well as optimal psychological and social adjustment to disabling conditions. He is committed to listening to his patients and their loved ones to optimize integration back into the community while addressing physiological complications. His passion is seeing patients achieve the highest quality of life after a life changing event. Dr. Lim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Stroke, Hemiplegia, and Paraplegia. Dr. Lim is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Lim is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Physiatry
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Physiatry

    Orthopedic Physician Associates - First Hill

    601 Broadway, Floor 7, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My goal is to help individuals improve their quality of life by helping them regain function and decrease pain through non-surgical management of spine and musculoskeletal disorders. My practice focuses on optimizing exercise and physical therapy, spinal and joint injections, and medication management as well as electrodiagnostic medicine to diagnose and treat painful and debilitating conditions of muscles, joints, and nerves. Whether the patient wants to get back into sports or exercise--or just wants to be able to take a walk or make a meal with less discomfort, I will work with them to develop a treatment plan to help them reach those goals. Dr. Young is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypermobile Joints, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Cervical Spondylosis, and Scoliosis. Dr. Young is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Young is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics

    Swedish Neurosurgery - Issaquah

    751 Northeast Blakely Drive, Suite 4020, 
    Issaquah, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Abdul-Jabbar seeks to provide individualized care to each of his patients, which is increasingly important with the wide variety of treatment options available. Each person comes into a spinal consultation with a unique constellation of personal, physical and medical backgrounds. Dr. Abdul-Jabbar will work to integrate all of these considerations in helping patients achieve their health-care goals. His personal interests include cycling, yoga and camping. Dr. Abdul-Jabbar uses the Swedish Digital Surgical Journey to guide his practice and maintain consistent communication with his patients throughout their care. This includes offering virtual visits to patients, timely access to information, and interactive messages, check-ins, and reminders, allowing patients to become custodians of their own care. Dr. Abdul is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diskitis, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy. Dr. Abdul is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Abdul is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Spinal Stenosis
    Elite in Spinal Stenosis

    Uw Medicine/Harborview Medical Center

    325 9th Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Janna Friedly is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Friedly is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Phantom Limb Pain, Chronic Pain, Myelomeningocele, and Leg or Foot Amputation.

    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Physiatry | Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Physiatry | Pain Medicine

    Swedish Edmonds Specialty Clinic

    21616 76th Avenue West, Suite 212, 
    Edmonds, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Almost all of us experience pain at some time in our lives and many suffer from persistent pain which can disrupt life. Dr. Babington is passionate about providing the highest quality of patient focused care. His collaborative approach relies on a thorough assessment of what is causing the pain and then developing a multidimensional treatment plan with a focus on improving function. Treatments he often recommends include therapies, injections, medications, and as a last resort surgery. Dr. Babington's research interests center around improving delivery of health services as well as patient reported outcomes and their integration into clinical care. Dr. Babington was selected by Seattle Magazine and Seattle Met as a Top Doctor in multiple years. Dr. Babington is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Athetosis, Chronic Pain, Scoliosis, and Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis. Dr. Babington is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Babington is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Pain Medicine

    Swedish Pain Services - First Hill

    600 Broadway, Suite 530, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Cong Yu was selected by Seattle Magazine and Seattle Met Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Yu practices Pain Medicine in Seattle, WA. Dr. Yu graduated from Shanghai School of Medicine in 1984 and has been in practice for 34 years. He completed a residency at University of Washington School of Medicine. Dr. Yu also specializes in Anesthesiology. He currently practices at Swedish Pain Services-First Hill and is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus and Swedish Medical Center Issaquah. Dr. Yu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Neuralgia, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Central Pain Syndrome. Dr. Yu is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology. Dr. Yu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Neuroradiology | Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Neuroradiology | Neurosurgery

    Swedish Cerebrovascular Center

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 110, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Monteith's philosophy of care is to approach the care of each of his patients as if they were a member of his own family. He strives to give his patients the best possible outcome by combining the latest technological advances with personalized clinical care. When possible, he uses endovascular or minimally invasive surgical approaches, so that his patients can recover from their procedure and get back to their normal lives as soon as possible. Dr. Monteith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery. Dr. Monteith is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Monteith is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Neuroradiology | Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Neuroradiology | Neurosurgery

    Swedish Cerebrovascular Center

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 110, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Patel is a neurosurgeon at the Swedish Neuroscience Institute. His philosophy of care is to provide comprehensive care and superior service in order to help and change the lives of his patients for the better. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Pain Medicine

    Swedish Pain Services - First Hill

    600 Broadway, Suite 530, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pain is a vital human experience but a source of suffering and impairment to those living with it daily. Dr. Xing believes that each patient deserves individualized attention to develop the highest quality treatment plan. He completed his medical training at Harvard and is double board certified in pain medicine and anesthesiology. Together with Swedish comprehensive pain services, Dr. Xing is committed to using the best of modern medicine to improve the quality of life, well-being, and functioning of his patients. Dr. Xing was selected by Seattle Met Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Xing is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Cervical Spondylosis, Herniated Disk, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Xing is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology. Dr. Xing is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis

    Swedish Spine, Sports & Musculoskeletal Medicine - Bellevue

    1750 112th Avenue Northeast, Suite D258, 
    Bellevue, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Young has been caring for patients on Seattles Eastside since 2001. She enjoys treating adult and adolescents with a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, non-surgical approach to musculoskeletal/sports and spine issues. She works to educate her patients about their health conditions, perform precise diagnostic tests and recommend appropriate treatment. She believes in giving patients ample information about their specific conditions and then allowing them to make the healthcare decisions that best fit their personal situation. Dr. Young was selected by Seattle Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Young is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Scoliosis, and Herniated Disk. Dr. Young is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Young is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Pain Medicine

    Pacific Medical Centers Specialty Care - Canyon Park

    1909 214th Street Southeast, 
    Bothell, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I hope to alleviate suffering and improve my patients’ functional status and quality of life. Dr. Fu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Sciatica, and Neuralgia. Dr. Fu is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology. Dr. Fu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Neurosurgery

    Swedish Neurologic Restoration - Cherry Hill

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 540, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Wang is a board-certified neurosurgeon that believes all individuals are entitled to VIP care and treats all of his patients as he would want his own family treated. Recognizing each patient's unique needs, he delivers compassionate and personalized care. Dr. Wang realizes that surgery can be daunting and works with each patient to exhaust all non-invasive therapies before performing surgery. When he offers surgery, please know that Dr. Wang keeps abreast of the latest literature and technologies to ensure that his patients receive the best care. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Lordosis, Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Thalamotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Wang is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Wang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Stenosis
    Sports Medicine

    Swedish Spine, Sports & Musculoskeletal Medicine - Cherry Hill Jefferson Tower

    1600 East Jefferson Street, Suite 300, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    "Dr. Phillip ""Troy"" Henning is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist in Seattle, Washington. He graduated with honors from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2004, and has more than 14 years of diverse experiences, especially in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Henning affiliates with Swedish Medical Center-Cherry Hill campus. Dr. Henning was selected by Seattle Met Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr Henning is also the Head Team Physician for the MLS Seattle Sounders.". Dr. Henning is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Mononeuritis Multiplex, Rhizarthrosis, and Bursitis. Dr. Henning is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Henning is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis

    WWMG Everett Gateway Center - Orthopedics

    3726 Broadway, Suite 201, 
    Everett, WA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I believe in working closely with patients to understand their particular symptoms and goals, and to tailor a treatment specific to them. My goal is to provide my patients with the most advanced technology and treatment available for their condition, holding surgery as a last resort. Most importantly, my treatment philosophy is to treat my patients the way I would want myself or my family members to be treated. Dr. Anissipour is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Fractured Spine, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Anissipour is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Anissipour is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Orthopedics

    Franciscan Orthopedics - Silverdale

    4409 NW Anderson Hill Road, 
    Silverdale, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Shatsky, MD, is an orthopedic spine surgeon whose primary focus is spinal pathology, including degenerative cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine pathology, adult spinal deformity, spine tumor, and cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine trauma.Dr. Shatsky completed one of the most competitive orthopedic traumatology fellowships in the country at Harborview Medical Center and followed that with an intensive interdisciplinary orthopedic and neurosurgical spine fellowship at Harborview Medical Center/University of Washington. Combining the two orthopedic disciplines has given him a unique perspective and skills, allowing him to address many challenging spinal and traumatic pathologies.Dr. Shatsky is a member of the North American Spine Society (NASS), a candidate member of the Orthopaedic Trauma Association (OTA) and a candidate member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Shatsky is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Shatsky is board certified in American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Shatsky is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Neurosurgery | Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Neurosurgery | Orthopedics

    Proliance Surgeons

    2727 Hollycroft St Suite #410, 
    Gig Harbor, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Blair is an Orthopedics specialist and a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Blair is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Fractured Spine, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Blair is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and Spine Surgery. Dr. Blair is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis
    Distinguished in Spinal Stenosis

    Proliance Surgeons

    27005 168th Pl Suite #201, 
    Covington, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Howe is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Covington, Washington. Dr. Howe is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Stenosis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Disc Surgery, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Howe is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Yakima, WA?

    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 Yakima, WA?

    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 Yakima, WA?

    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 Yakima, WA?

    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 Yakima, WA?

    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 Yakima, WA?

    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 Yakima, WA?

    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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