The 20 Best Spinal Fusion Doctors Near Me

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Neill Y. Li
Advanced in Spinal Fusion

Dr. Neill Y. Li

General Surgery | Orthopedics
Duke Health
Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center Arringdon
5601 Arringdon Park Dr, 
Morrisville, NC 
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Advanced in Spinal Fusion
Duke Health
Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center Arringdon
5601 Arringdon Park Dr, 
Morrisville, NC 
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Overview

I am an orthopedic surgeon with additional training in hand, peripheral nerve, and microvascular surgery. My practice, in particular, focuses on the treatment of acute and chronic peripheral nerve injuries in patients of all ages, from birth to adult. These encompass injuries in both the arms and legs, the brachial plexus, as well as extremity dysfunction that result from stroke, traumatic brain injuries, cerebral palsy, or spinal cord injuries. In our clinic, we strive to listen and systematically work to diagnose the injury in order to present treatment strategies. Treatment may include careful observation with therapy or surgical options that involve nerve decompression, repair, or reconstruction or extremity reanimation through muscle, tendon, or bone-based surgeries. In providing comprehensive multi-disciplinary care to achieve the best outcome, we have established a peripheral nerve team with providers from neurosurgery, plastic surgery, neurology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, radiology, occupational therapy, and physical therapy. Understanding that recovering from nerve injuries takes time, my team and I will be alongside you at each step in your journey toward restoring function and well-being.

Dr. Li is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Brachial Plexopathy, Radial Nerve Dysfunction, Tenosynovitis, Shoulder Arthroscopy, and Spinal Fusion.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 51 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 7 articles in the study of Spinal Fusion.

Specialties
General Surgery
Orthopedics
Licenses
Hand Surgery in MN
Fellowships
Hand, Peripheral Nerve, and Microvascular Surgery, Mayo Clinic (Minnesota), Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery, Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital
Hospital Affiliations
Duke University Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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Locations

Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center Arringdon
5601 Arringdon Park Dr, Morrisville, NC 27560
Call: 919-997-3050

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.


51 Total Publications

Differentiating Outcomes and Complications Between Extraplexal Tendon Transfers and Arthrodesis for Shoulder Reanimation Following Traumatic Brachial Plexus Injury: A Systematic Review and Proportional Meta-Analysis.
Differentiating Outcomes and Complications Between Extraplexal Tendon Transfers and Arthrodesis for Shoulder Reanimation Following Traumatic Brachial Plexus Injury: A Systematic Review and Proportional Meta-Analysis.
Journal: Journal of clinical medicine
Published: October 15, 2025
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Peter G. Passias
Elite in Spinal Fusion
Dr. Peter G. Passias
Orthopedics | General Surgery
Elite in Spinal Fusion
Dr. Peter G. Passias
Orthopedics | General Surgery

Duke Spine Center - Clinic 1B/1C

40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
Durham, NC 
 (11.8 miles away)
919-613-0444
Languages Spoken:
English, Greek
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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 rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

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Dr. Christopher I. Shaffrey
Neurosurgery | General Surgery | Orthopedics
Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
Dr. Christopher I. Shaffrey
Neurosurgery | General Surgery | Orthopedics

Duke Neurosurgery Arringdon

5601 Arringdon Park Dr, 
Morrisville, NC 
 (0.1 miles away)
919-684-7777
Languages Spoken:
English
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I have more than 25 years of experience treating patients of all ages with spinal disorders. I have had an interest in the management of spinal disorders since starting my medical education. I performed residencies in both orthopaedic surgery and neurosurgery to gain a comprehensive understanding of the entire range of spinal disorders. My goal has been to find innovative ways to manage the range of spinal conditions, straightforward to complex. I have a focus on managing patients with complex spinal disorders. My patient evaluation and management philosophy is to provide engaged, compassionate care that focuses on providing the simplest and least aggressive treatment option for a particular condition. In many cases, non-operative treatment options exist to improve a patient’s symptoms. I have been actively engaged in clinical research to find the best ways to manage spinal disorders in order to achieve better results with fewer complications. Dr. Shaffrey is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Lordosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

Khoi D. Than
Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
Dr. Khoi D. Than
Neurosurgery | General Surgery
Distinguished in Spinal Fusion
Dr. Khoi D. Than
Neurosurgery | General Surgery

Duke Neurosurgery Of Raleigh

3480 Wake Forest Rd, 
Raleigh, NC 
 (11.8 miles away)
919-862-5650
Languages Spoken:
English, Vietnamese
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I chose to pursue neurosurgery as a career because of my fascination with the human nervous system. In medical school, I developed a keen interest in the diseases that afflict the brain and spine and gravitated towards the only field where I could help treat these diseases with my own hands. I focus on disorders of the spine where my first goal is to help patients avoid surgery if at all possible. If surgery is needed, I treat patients using the most advanced minimally invasive techniques available in order to minimize pain, blood loss, and hospital stay, while maximizing recovery, neurologic function, and quality of life. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I am an avid sports fan and love to eat. I try to stay physically fit by going to the gym and playing ice hockey. Dr. Than is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Spinal Fusion. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

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