
Overview
I believe patients play a crucial role in their spine health and outcomes. I enjoy educating them about their conditions and involving them in decision-making. I prioritize non-surgical treatments and, when necessary, opt for the least invasive surgical options. My personal experience with back pain gives me great empathy for those with spine conditions. I appreciate the field's ongoing research and technological advancements. Before joining Duke Health, I practiced in a rural Colorado mountain town, becoming proficient in treating all adult spine conditions. In my free time, I enjoy golf, fishing, skiing, wine, and spending time with my family.
Dr. Orndorff is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Myelopathy, Herniated Disc Surgery, and Cervical Disc Surgery.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
3000 Rogers Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Duke Spine Center - Clinic 1B/1C
Throughout my medical career, I have remained dedicated to improving my patients' quality of life. As a specialist in adult cervical and spinal deformity surgery, I understand the significant impact our interventions have on individuals suffering from debilitating pain and physical and mental health challenges. Spinal deformity surgery merges the complexities of spinal biomechanics with the needs of an aging population. My research focuses on spinal alignment, biomechanics, innovative surgical techniques, and health economics to ensure value-based care that enhances patient outcomes. Dr. Passias is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.
Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center Arringdon
I grew up in Durham and I am extremely proud to work here at Duke. All of my family members still call the Bull City home. Most of my education was completed in Durham, except for four years I spent down the road in Chapel Hill. I played football there and developed an interest in orthopaedic surgery that led me home. I specialize in hip and knee replacement and am very fortunate to do so. We have the ability to help so many people with these operations. It is extremely rewarding to help someone get back to doing the things they want to do with their life. Duke is the kind of place where you are challenged by the most difficult cases weekly and I appreciate that fact. We have great doctors in every field and we work as a team on every aspect of a patient's care once they enter the hospital. Dr. Bolognesi is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Ehab Hanna is a General Surgeon in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Hanna is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Sinus Cancer, Turbinectomy, and Endoscopy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Douglas G. Orndorff
Is Dr. Douglas G. Orndorff a top-rated expert for Spinal Stenosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Douglas G. Orndorff is classified as an Advanced expert for Spinal Stenosis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Douglas G. Orndorff specialize in?
While Dr. Douglas G. Orndorff is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, and Herniated Disc Surgery. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Douglas G. Orndorff participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Douglas G. Orndorff has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spinal Stenosis. You can view a list of Dr. Douglas G. Orndorff's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Douglas G. Orndorff accept my insurance?
Dr. Douglas G. Orndorff accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Orndorff isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Orndorff isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Orndorff isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- Herniated Disc SurgeryDr. Orndorff isAdvanced. Learn about Herniated Disc Surgery.
- Klippel-Feil SyndromeDr. Orndorff isAdvanced. Learn about Klippel-Feil Syndrome.
- LaminectomyDr. Orndorff isAdvanced. Learn about Laminectomy.
- Experienced
- CoccydyniaDr. Orndorff isExperienced. Learn about Coccydynia.
- Herniated DiskDr. Orndorff isExperienced. Learn about Herniated Disk.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Orndorff isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.


