The 20 Best Vertebroplasty Doctors in Washington, US

"""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 Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Herniated Disk, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

Evert Verschuyl is an Interventional Radiologist in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Verschuyl is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Retroperitoneal Fibrosis, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

Jeffrey Jarvik is a Neuroradiologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Jarvik is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Fractured Spine, Meningioma, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Vertebroplasty, and Spinal Fusion.

David Gimarc is a Radiologist in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Gimarc is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Tenosynovitis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

Jean-Christophe Leveque, MD, is a neurosurgeon who specializes in complex spinal surgery, pituitary tumors, peripheral nerve surgery and minimally invasive spine surgery. He currently serves as the Head of Neurosurgery at Virginia Mason Medical Center, and has served in the past on numerous regional and national committees focusing on the treatment of patients with primarily spine-related neurological disorders. He has an extensive publication history and has active research interests in the treatment of lumbar spine disorders, understanding risk as it relates to surgical decision-making, and developing newer minimally invasive surgical techniques.Away from work, Dr. Leveque enjoys cycling, skiing, sailing, live music and playing the banjo. Dr. Leveque is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

David Robinson, MD, specializes in neuroradiology, neurointerventional radiology, angiography, interventional radiology, treatment of stroke and TIA including intracranial and extracranial neurovascular angioplasty and stenting, treatment of aneurysms and vascular malformations.Dr. Robinson has been practicing at Virginia Mason Medical Center since 1998. Since that time, he has performed thousands of minimally invasive image guided procedures, spanning the entire gamut of the most current, state-of-the-art technologies. He has consistently led the way toward the future of minimally invasive image guided neurovascular interventions, being among the first physicians in Washington state and the nation to place nitinol stents for carotid artery stenosis (1998), perform intra-arterial therapy for emergent treatment of acute stroke (1998), intracranial aneurysm coiling (1998), lumbar drainage for subarachnoid hemorrhage (1999), intracranial angioplasty for atherosclerotic disease(1999), trans-venous approach for dural arterial venous fistula (2001), balloon assisted (2000) and stent assisted (2003) aneurysm coiling, neurovascular embolization with Onyx liquid Embolic agent (2004), and flow diversion stenting for intracranial aneurysms (2006). He has lectured extensively on minimally invasive neurovascular interventions including intra-arterial therapy for acute stroke and carotid artery stenting, having safely performed hundreds of these interventions over many years. Dr. Robinson's overarching objective in managing patients with neurovascular diseases is to guide the patient to the safest least invasive management option that will optimize the likelihood of maintaining (or restoring) full functional independence and a full life. This will often results in the decision not to perform surgery, or even a minimally invasive intervention, but instead to optimize medical management, if this is felt to pose the least risk for the patient. Dr. Robinson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Intussusception in Children, Lung Cancer, Thyroid Nodule, Liver Embolization, and Endovascular Embolization.

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 an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Diskitis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

Venu Nemani, MD, PhD is a spine surgeon specializing in cervical spine surgery and scoliosis surgery. His practice focuses on the surgical treatment of all disorders of the cervical spine including cervical myelopathy, cervical radiculopathy and cervical deformities. He also has particular expertise in the surgical treatment of complex disorders of the thoracic and lumbar spine including scoliosis, kyphosis, flatback, and revision spine surgery.After his residency at Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, Dr. Nemani completed a fellowship in complex adult and pediatric spinal deformity surgery at Washington University in St.Louis and Columbia University. He also spent additional time training in Japan with experts in scoliosis and cervical spine surgery.Dr. Nemani believes in a comprehensive approach to patient care and works with all members of the medical team to treat spinal problems conservatively before considering an operation. If surgery is necessary, he will perform spine surgery utilizing the most safe and effective techniques in a manner that is tailored for each individual patient and their particular goals.Dr. Nemani has authored more than 50 peer-reviewed research articles in many of the top journals in spine surgery and neuroscience, including Spine, The Spine Journal, Neurosurgery, Neuron, Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, and the Journal of Neuroscience. He has presented over 90 scientific studies at national and international conferences, and written more than 15 book chapters on various topics in spine surgery. Dr. Nemani continues to be actively involved in research to improve the outcomes and safety of spine surgery, and is an active member of the Scoliosis Research Society, the Cervical Spine Research Society, and AO Spine. He is on the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Task Force and the Medical and Scientific Board of the National Spine Health Foundation. He has also volunteered his time as a spine surgeon in Ghana, where he surgically treated some of the most rare and complex spinal deformities in both pediatric and adult patients.Outside of work, Dr. Nemani enjoys spending time with family, running, and playing ice hockey. Dr. Nemani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Lordosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

Michael Dowd is an Interventional Radiologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Dowd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bronchogenic Cyst, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Graft. Dr. Dowd is currently accepting new patients.

Philip Louie, MD, specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, degenerative spinal conditions, complex adult and pediatric spinal surgery, scoliosis, and reconstructive spine surgery.Dr. Louie trained under some of the world's experts in spine surgery, where he learned minimally invasive spine surgery techniques that preserve muscle and decrease blood loss. In addition to focusing heavily on these minimally invasive techniques, he also emphasizes evidence-based medicine and involvement in research studies, when appropriate.Dr. Louie approaches patient care as a journey he takes alongside each patient, where he witnesses their struggles and frustrations, is inspired by their drive to get better, and shares in their victories. He treats each patient as he would a family member, giving them a full understanding of what he is thinking and making recommendations that are in their best interest.Away from work, Dr. Louie enjoys playing sports, fitness, being a Seattle Sports fan, coffee, espresso, family time and traveling.Patient TestimonialMinimally invasive laminectomy helps lifelong athlete Ramer Holtan Jr. get back on the links. Dr. Louie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Lordosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

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 an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Fractured Spine, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

Robert Ryan, MD, specializes in endovascular neurosurgery, vascular neurosurgery, cranial neurosurgery and general neurosurgery. Dr. Ryan strives to learn about his patients so he can develop a plan of care that meets each individual's needs and goals.Away from work, Dr. Ryan enjoys spending time with family, sports, food and wine.Watch a Video:Dr. Ryan discusses stroke treatments with Seattle Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner inMicrosoft's Outside In - Bobby Wagner FAST54.Dr. Ryan and stroke patient Michael Martinez onKing 5’s New Day Northwest share Bobby Wagner’s FAST54 Stroke Education platformand the importance of a fast reaction to identifying a stroke.Procedures and Conditions TreatedBrain aneurysmBrain AVMBrain tumorsCarotid stenosisAcute strokeTrigeminal neuralgiaSpinal vascular malformationsDural arteriovenous fistulaIntracranial stenosisSubdural hematomaBrain, head and neck embolization. Dr. Ryan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Meningioma, Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

Katie Krause MD specializes in degenerative spinal conditions; complex and minimally invasive spine surgery; spine and brain tumors; and general cranial neurosurgery.Away from work Dr. Krause enjoys hiking skiing football and finding good cheese and wine. Dr. Krause is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Lordosis, Spondylolisthesis, Bone Graft, and Spinal Fusion.

Dr. Wang is board certified in medical oncology and internal medicine. She completed a medical oncology fellowship at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and the University of Washington in Seattle. She completed her residency training at the Medical University of Ohio, where she also received a Ph.D. in biochemistry and molcular biology. D.r Wang earned her medical degree from Shandong Medical University in China. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

Farrokh Farrokhi, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon specializing in deep brain stimulation, skull base surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery, brain tumors and laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT). Dr. Farrokhi takes the time to get to know each patient, working to understand their wants and needs, and letting those guide therapies. He sees himself as a partner within the larger health care team, working to deliver the personalized care that each patient deserves.In addition to taking care of patients, Dr. Farrokhi organizes and participates in international volunteerism. This work focuses on research and education, advancing neurosurgical care in developing countries.Dr. Farrokhi has been named Top Doctor by Seattle Met and Seattle magazine continuously since 2009. Dr. Farrokhi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Acoustic Neuroma, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy.

Andrew Friedman, MD, specializes in electrodiagnosis of the muscles and nerves, spine related diagnosis and treatment, brain injury, prosthetics, neuromuscular disorders and electrodiagnostic studies.Dr. Friedman is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle.Dr. Friedman was voted one of Seattle's Top Doctors by both Seattle Metropolitan and Seattle Magazine in 2005-2022; and voted America's Best Doctors according to Castle Connelly for 2012-2022. Dr. Friedman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Foot Drop, Oppenheim Dystonia, Myoclonus-Dystonia, and Vertebroplasty.

Dr. Mark Kraemer is a neurosurgeon specializing in both complex and minimally invasive spine surgery. With a commitment to advancing the field, he has contributed to numerous research studies aimed at improving surgical outcomes and innovating minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Kraemer is dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate care, ensuring his patients receive the highest level of medical attention tailored to their unique needs. As a valued member of our medical team, he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, enhancing our ability to deliver exceptional care. Dr. Kraemer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Mononeuritis Multiplex, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Facet Joint Syndrome, and Rhizotomy.

Dr. Andrew Ting, MD is a general surgery specialist in Seattle, WA and has been practicing for 23 years. He graduated from McGill University Faculty Of Medicine in 1990 and specializes in general surgery. Dr. Ting is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, and Gallstones.

Dr. Patel is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in surgery of the spine. He treats all spine problems, including the neck and lower back, with special interest in deformity surgery for conditions such as scoliosis. After completing medical school and doing his orthopaedic residency at the University of Bombay in India, he obtained further training in Sydney, Australia before moving to the U.S. in 1995. He did another orthopaedic residency and got further training in spine surgery at University of Kentucky Medical Center before moving to Seattle in 2003. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

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 an Experienced provider by MediFind in Vertebroplasty. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Epidural Hematoma, Scoliosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.