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    MediFind found 29 doctor with experience in Spinal Fusion near Pittsburgh, PA. Of these, 24 are Experienced, 3 are Distinguished and 2 are Advanced.

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    29 providers found
      Nitin Agarwal
      Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
      Neurosurgery
      Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
      Neurosurgery

      University Of Pittsburgh Physicians

      200 Lothrop St, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Nitin Agarwal is a Neurosurgery provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Agarwal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Agarwal is currently accepting new patients.

      Thomas J. Buell
      Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
      Neurosurgery
      Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
      Neurosurgery

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Presbyterian

      200 Lothrop Street, A402 UPMC Presbyterian, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Thomas Buell is a Neurosurgery provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Buell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Kyphosis, Lordosis, Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Buell is currently accepting new patients.

      David K. Hamilton
      Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
      Distinguished in Spinal Fusion

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Presbyterian

      200 Lothrop Street, A402 UPMC Presbyterian, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Akan, Twi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      David Hamilton is a Neurosurgery provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hamilton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Lordosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy. Dr. Hamilton is currently accepting new patients.

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      Vincent J. Miele
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Sports Medicine
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Sports Medicine

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Mercy

      1350 Locust Street, Suite 300, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Miele’s major clinical interests embrace many aspects of neurosurgery, but are focused on spinal disorders including pathologies associated with degeneration and trauma, complex spinal instrumentation, and spine tumors. His areas of expertise include minimally invasive spine surgery and the newer motion preservation technologies as well as the larger surgeries required for conditions such as adolescent/adult spinal deformity and the multidisciplinary treatment of spinal tumors. Dr. Miele also has a strong background in cranial neurosurgery and treats peripheral nerve conditions such as carpel tunnel syndrome. Dr. Miele also has a strong interest in sports-related head and spine injuries, and works at a national level with athletes on return to play issues. He is involved in the development of devices used to detect and prevent concussion and is frequently invited to speak on this subject nationally. Dr. Miele received his undergraduate degree at Northeastern University in Boston where he graduated summa cum laude and was inducted into the Rho Chi Academic Pharmacy Honor Society as well as the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. He was also awarded the Northeastern University Alumni of the Year President’s Award in 2001. Dr. Miele completed medical school and his neurosurgical residency at West Virginia University where he was elected to the medical honor society Alpha Omega Alpha and won the Gandee-Massey Award based on academic achievement. He is fellowship trained in complex spine surgery from Cleveland Clinic Foundation, where he remains adjunct faculty in the Spine Research Laboratory. Vincent Miele, MD, specializes in neurosurgery and is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Neurosurgery and is affiliated with UPMC Williamsport, UPMC Mercy, UPMC East, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Shadyside, and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. He completed his fellowship at Cleveland Clinic and his residency at West Virginia University School of Medicine, where he also earned his medical degree. Dr. Miele is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Phantom Limb Pain, Fractured Spine, Concussion, Sacral Nerve Stimulation, and Laminectomy.

      Parthasarathy Thirumala
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion

      UPMC Presbyterian

      200 Lothrop St, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Parthasarathy Thirumala is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Thirumala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia, Stroke, Herpes Zoster Oticus, Microvascular Decompression, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

      Peter C. Gerszten
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Presbyterian

      200 Lothrop Street, A402 UPMC Presbyterian, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Peter Gerszten is a Neurosurgery provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gerszten is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Bone Tumor, Hemangioblastoma, Fractured Spine, Vertebroplasty, and Laminectomy. Dr. Gerszten is currently accepting new patients.

      Joseph C. Maroon
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Presbyterian

      200 Lothrop Street, A402 UPMC Presbyterian, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Joseph Maroon is a Neurosurgery provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Maroon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Herniated Disk, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Maroon is currently accepting new patients.

      Ozgur Dede
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Pediatric Orthopedics | Orthopedics
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Pediatric Orthopedics | Orthopedics

      Pediatric Orthopaedics In Lawrenceville

      4401 Penn Avenue, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Turkish
      Accepting New Patients

      Ozgur Dede, MD, is a double fellowship trained, board-certified pediatric orthopaedic and spine surgeon at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Dede earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University in Ankara, Turkey where he also completed his orthopaedic surgery residency training. He pursued subspecialty training in pediatric orthopaedic surgery and spine surgery in the United States and completed 4 years of surgical fellowship training at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children, and the UCSF Spine Center. His clinical interests include treatment of spinal problems in children including scoliosis, spondylolysis, spondylolisthesis, cervical instability, disc herniation and spinal stenosis. He also treats neuromuscular conditions including cerebral palsy and spina bifida, arthrogryposis and other syndromic afflictions.  His research interests include the non-operative and operative management of all types of pediatric scoliosis as well as management of hip and lower extremity deformities in children with spasticity. View Dr. Dede’s full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Dede is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome, Caudal Regression Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

      Martin G. Piazza
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      General Surgery

      Neurological Institute In Lawrenceville

      4401 Penn Avenue, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Martin Piazza is a General Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Piazza has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Neurofibromatosis and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Piazza is currently accepting new patients.

      Senthilkumar Sadhasivam
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion

      UPMC Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh, Pediatric Anesthesiology

      4401 Penn Avenue, One Children's Hospital Drive, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Tamil

      Senthilkumar Sadhasivam is a Pediatrics provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sadhasivam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pain, Chronic Pain, Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, Adenoidectomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

      Malcolm E. Dombrowski
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion

      UPMC Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery

      9104 Babcock Boulevard, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (9.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Malcolm E. Dombrowski is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in primary hip and knee replacement utilizing the direct anterior approach to the hip, complex revision hip and knee replacement, as well as robotic partial and total knee replacement. He is an assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and is a member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons and the American Academy of Orthoapedic Surgeons. Dr. Dombrowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Septic Arthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Spondylolisthesis, Osteotomy, and Laminectomy.

      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion

      UPMC Presbyterian

      200 Lothrop St, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Katherine Anetakis is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Anetakis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Tumor, Delirium, Spinal Stenosis, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Microvascular Decompression.

      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion

      University Of Pittsburgh Physicians

      3471 5th Ave, Suite 1010, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Stephen Chen is an Orthopedics provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis, Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis, Fasciotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion

      University Of Pittsburgh Physicians

      3471 5th Ave, Suite 1010, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Maria Munsch is an Orthopedics provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Munsch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. Her top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trapeziectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      200 Lothrop St Ste A402, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      William Shuman is a Neurosurgery provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shuman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Chiari Malformation, Spinal Fusion, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.

      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      200 Lothrop St Ste B400, Suite B400, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daipayan Guha is a Neurosurgery provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Guha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Thrombectomy.

      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion

      University Of Pittsburgh Physicians

      5230 Centre Ave, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kalil Abdullah is a Neurosurgery provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Abdullah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Astrocytoma, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Spinal Fusion.

      Advanced in Spinal Fusion
      Advanced in Spinal Fusion
      4725 Mcknight Rd, Suite 104, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (5.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Schuster is a Psychiatrist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Schuster is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Fractured Spine, Traumatic Brain Injury, Opioid Use Disorder, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

      Advanced in Spinal Fusion
      Advanced in Spinal Fusion

      South Hills Orthopaedic Surgery Associates, PC

      2000 Oxford Dr, Suite 211, 
      Bethel Park, PA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nathaniel Ondeck is an Orthopedics provider in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ondeck is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, Acute Pain, Hip Replacement, and Spinal Fusion.

      Z D. Olgun
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Pediatric Orthopedics
      Experienced in Spinal Fusion
      Pediatric Orthopedics

      Pediatric Orthopaedics In Bridgeville

      205 Millers Run Road, 
      Bridgeville, PA 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German, Turkish
      Accepting New Patients

      Z Olgun is a Pediatric Orthopedics provider in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Olgun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. Her top areas of expertise are Clubfoot, Knock Knees, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Olgun is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Spinal Fusion?

      Spinal fusion is surgery to permanently join together two or more bones in the spine so there is no movement between them. These bones are called vertebrae.

      When should I see a Spinal Fusion doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

      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 Fusion doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

      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 Fusion doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

      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 Fusion doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

      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 Fusion doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

      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 Fusion doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Spinal Fusion 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 Fusion doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

      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 Fusion 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 Fusion 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 Fusion doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

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

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