Overview
Dr. Wahba obtained his undergraduate degree at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and graduated Summa Cum Laude with College Honors. He then graduated at the top of his class from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine, which is consistently ranked as one of the top medical schools in the country.After medical school, he completed a five-year residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) before completing a prestigious fellowship in spine surgery at Harvard Medical School. During that time, he trained at Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham & Women's Hospital in Boston, two of the most renowned medical centers in the world.Dr. Wahba specializes in treating a wide variety of spine conditions, including degenerative spine disease, spinal deformities, and spinal trauma.Dr. Wahba is a Harvard-trained surgeon who specializes in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgery. He has expertise in spinal degenerative disease, spinal deformity/scoliosis, spinal trauma, spinal tumors, and revision surgeries, as well as the use of minimally invasive spine surgery. Dr. Wahba takes a very conservative approach to spine surgery, and believes surgery should only be considered once all conservative options are exhausted. His world-class training provides him with extensive knowledge in comprehensive spine care, including both conservative and surgical treatments.Our goal is to provide you with the best possible care, and a pleasant and comfortable experience.
Dr. Wahba is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Hip Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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5201 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93309
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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Dr. Coppola began practicing in Bakersfield in 1983. He completed his undergraduate degree at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) and his medical degree at the University of Southern California before returning to UCI as a resident.Dr. Coppola's specialties include arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee, anterior hip replacement, and total joint replacements of the hip and knee. Dr. Coppola believes in using minimally invasive techniques whenever possible. He also treats a variety of sports related injuries and fracture care.He is board-certified in orthopedic surgery and has been a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery since 1986. He is past president of the Kern County Medical Society and past chief of staff of Mercy Hospitals. Dr. Coppola has held many leadership positions in community health organizations, including serving on the community board of directors for Mercy Hospitals.Dr. Coppola enjoys fly-fishing in the Sierras and off-roading in his spare time.Hello. We welcome the chance to help you feel your best. Excellent, comprehensive and affordable health care, delivered with compassion, is what we stand for. Since our founding, we've made it our goal to create an environment that meets each patient's physical, mental, and spiritual needs. We also believe this healing philosophy promotes the well-being of our staff and the places they serve.Dignity Health Mercy's Orthopedic, Spine, and Hand Center is made up of top orthopedic surgeons in the local area, caregivers and staff who deliver comprehensive care to our diverse community.Through teamwork and innovation, faith and compassion, advocacy and action, our team at Mercy's Orthopedic, Spine, and Hand Center endeavor every day to keep you happy, healthy, and whole. Dr. Coppola is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. George M. Wahba
How do I make an appointment with Dr. George M. Wahba?
You can book an appointment with Dr. George M. Wahba by calling their office at 661-328-5565. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. George M. Wahba a top-rated expert for Cervical Myelopathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. George M. Wahba is classified as an Distinguished expert for Cervical Myelopathy, 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. George M. Wahba specialize in?
While Dr. George M. Wahba is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Cervical Myelopathy, Spondylolisthesis, and Spinal Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. George M. Wahba participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. George M. Wahba has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cervical Myelopathy. You can view a list of Dr. George M. Wahba's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. George M. Wahba accept my insurance?
Dr. George M. Wahba accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 661-328-5565 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Wahba isDistinguished. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- Advanced
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Wahba isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Wahba isAdvanced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- ScoliosisDr. Wahba isAdvanced. Learn about Scoliosis.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Wahba isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Wahba isAdvanced. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
- Experienced
- Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisDr. Wahba isExperienced. Learn about Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.
- BursitisDr. Wahba isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Caudal Regression SyndromeDr. Wahba isExperienced. Learn about Caudal Regression Syndrome.
- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Wahba isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis
- Foot DropDr. Wahba isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.