An Exceptional Surgeon and Patient Advocate…read more I highly recommend Dr. Derman for anyone seeking advanced spine care. I presented with a bulging C6-C7 disc that was compressing my spinal cord, causing severe numbness and tingling in my forearms and hands (specifically from my middle fingers to my pinkies). I also experienced a sharp, radiating tingling sensation through my torso whenever I reached overhead. From our first consultation, Dr. Derman provided a clear, comprehensive breakdown of my pathology, the expected surgical outcomes, and all necessary precautions. Rather than recommending a traditional spinal fusion, he advised a cervical disc arthroplasty (artificial disc replacement). This motion-preserving alternative offered a significantly less restrictive recovery period--allowing me to bypass a post-operative neck brace entirely--while maximizing my long-term range of motion. What truly sets Dr. Derman apart is his dedication to patient advocacy. He personally campaigned against my insurance provider to ensure that this superior, advanced procedure was fully authorized. Furthermore, his entire clinical and surgical team provided incredibly warm, helpful, and organized care from my initial exams through post-operative recovery. If my own spouse or children ever require spinal surgery, I would fully trust Dr. Derman to provide their care.

I cannot recommend Dr. Peter Derman highly enough. I am a 67-year-old competitive gymnast, and a…read morehigh-bar training injury left me with a massive 25mm herniated disc fragment between my L4-L5 vertebrae. The injury caused agonizing, 9-out-of-10 sciatica pain radiating down my right hip and shin. For weeks, I couldn't walk without crutches and woke up every single night in absolute torment. My primary care physician assured me that Dr. Derman was "the best in the business," and he was absolutely right. From our very first consultation, Dr. Derman was incredibly nice, patient, and thorough. As a fellow gymnast in his younger years, he truly understood my background and my goal to safely get back to the sport. I trusted his judgment completely. To get me back on my feet as quickly and safely as possible, Dr. Derman performed an ultra-minimally invasive endoscopic microdiscectomy. Because this advanced technique uses a tiny camera and specialized instruments, it minimizes disruption to the surrounding back muscles, drastically cutting down traditional recovery time. The outpatient surgery on April 28th was seamless. Amazingly, just hours after the surgery I walked out of the clinic, and the excruciating nerve pain in my hip and shin was completely gone. At my 6 week follow-up appointment, Dr. Derman gave me the green light to slowly and safely begin working out again. Dr. Derman is a world-class surgeon with exceptional bedside manner who utilizes the absolute latest, most advanced surgical techniques. If you want a doctor who truly understands athletes and high-level recovery, do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation with him. Thank you, Dr. Derman!

If you want doctors that blend expertise, advanced technology, and actual human compassion -- this…read moreis the place to start. I was armed with not one, but two MRIs from other doctors, ready to hear the dreaded "Let's schedule surgery" speech. Instead, I met with a genuine, down to earth, personable doctor that actually listened to all my complaints and I mean all of them lol. Not just "my back hurts," but also my entire medical history. Dr. Desaloms already has my MRIs up on a giant screen ready to review my issues. This office clearly invests in top-notch technology, and it shows. Love his PA Stephanie (extra bonus points for having her in his back pocket!). He's not the kind of neurosurgeon who pushes surgery just because he can. I may need it someday, but right now he's focused on what's best for me. That kind of organic, patient-first approach is rare. The entire staff at Dallas Neurosurgical and Spine, from the front desk, tech, PA to billing -- were exceptional people who obviously enjoy (and love) their jobs!

I flew to Dallas from Saint Louis to have my 3rd spine surgery with him a c5c6 fusion. He PROMISED…read moremy radicular pain would go away, I'm an RN, u never promise patients anything, u can't know for sure, and what do u know, 15 months post op and my nerve pain is just as excruciating. He called me a anomaly during our telehealth appt, made me feel hopeless, almost 3 yrs now in 24/7 moderate to severe pain and have not been able to work as an RN and i'm actually signing up for VAD in Switzerland, that's how bad this has ruined my life, so be careful... i got a standing mri out of desperation. He didn't care to read it, a secretary said he wasn't obligated to read the mri since he didn't order it and dropped me as a patient after expressing how awful everything was going for me in my life due to this. 15 mo post op c5c6 fusion.... one simple layer... i'll never understand, but i am willing to pay 10k to d13 w VAD because of the debilitating pain i have been suffering in since 35 yo til now 38 yo.... almost graduated NP school, and couldn't, just 3 semesters away.... life i worked so hard for, completely ruined. BSN Oncology RN 10 yrs, can't work and just rot in one chair at my parents' house. i'm 90% chair ridden now and housebound, i dont even shower but every 2wks, dont put makeup on anymore... nowhere to go... i rot here crying all the time in extreme pain that nobody wants to treat.

Last year I fell at home & suffered a freak lumbar spine injury. Dr. Courtney was very thorough…read morewith his explanation of my injury and the surgery I would need. I am a little more than a year out from surgery and I am more than pleased with my outcome. Dr. Courtney, his P.A., Megan Whittemore, & his entire office staff were absolutely amazing. I highly recommend them!

I honestly can say if you have back issues go to see Dr. Courtney. You know how some doctors don't…read morehave any bedside manner? Especially the ones with more specialty? Well this is NOT the case with Dr. Courtney. He is a regular nice guy who cares about his patients. He listens to you, teaches you by explaining everything that's going on with you. Sits down and takes his time with you. I was so happy I found him and his practice after changing from other practice where they don't have time for their patients. The staff is simply amazing here. They make you feet so comfortable and at home from the moment you arrive until you leave. Again, if you are struggling with back issues like I do (and have since 2010) this is the doctor you want to see. Dr. Courtney is the best!!

Summary: Dr. Markman is a great surgeon, his team is wonderful, and his work on both of my knees…read morelet me get back to the sport I love! In Judo, players need great lateral knee stability and balance, but accidents can happen in any sport regardless of conditioning. This is why I needed a medial meniscus repair on my left knee in 2018 and my right knee in 2019. I'm so thankful my dad found Dr. Markman! I never felt like "just another customer." Dr. Markman made sure for each of my arthroscopic meniscus repairs I knew what he was planning to do, why this was the best option because of my sport requirements, and what I should expect for my recovery. As for his team, they were organized and professional. They always made sure I was comfortable and would work with me when I had a tight time schedule. (Thank you Donna!) Because of Dr Markman I now have complete range of motion, no pain or swelling in both of my knees, and I'm free to train and compete to the best of my abilities. Thank you Dr. Markman!!

They do not handle workman's comp well. Missing paperwork on their side and scheduling issues. Used…read morethem for year but will definitely not use them again. Office is behind so takes at least an hour after schedule to get in.

Wonderful, knowledgeable, compassionate doctor. Great staff that follows up with patients. I wish…read moreall doctors could be as caring as this doctor.

TOP SURGEON -- my wife had disc replacement surgery in her neck preformed by Dr. Cattorini. He and…read morehis staff are outstanding. They were compassionate, listened and fought hard when the insurance company initially denied the surgery. There is no doubt that I would recommend him to anyone. Thank you Dr.! The results have been absolutely amazing!

Doctors great, caring, competent, good bedside mannner. Especiallly Dr. Bhuva and Dr. Patel…read more Administration for scheduling, appoinments, phone contacts, the nonmedical tasks which get you what you need - atrocious. If you don't advocate for yourself on these tasks you're asking for nothing but confusion, misinformation, and incompetence. The admin, which I was told by them several years ago, is a contract with an entity not part of the medical team, has demonstrated over at least the past 6-7 years this incompetence and confused communication. To be sure you get what you need and from whom, depend only on your own asking questions over and over to get clarification.

Back problem with nerve pain down back of legs. Sent to physical therapy and MRI. PT made the…read moreproblem worse. Excruciating pain on Thursday morning called office could only leave message. Explained the pain was 12 on scale of 10 and need some relief. Was assured that office would call back shortly. The call came the following day at 12 noon and was told I could not get a steroid shot nor pain medication before my appointment on Wednesday. I asked if I was supposed to endure the pain until Wednesday and the rude woman responded with "Let me finish" In her finish she did not ask about the pain nor suggest anything for it. If you want help with your back problems it will be when they get around to it. FYI, by late Thursday, the day of my call, I could not walk for the pain.

I was asked a lot of questions by three levels of expertise. Nurse, PA, and Dr. They were very…read morethorough and explained a lot including up close pics of my MRI. Staff was very friendly and the office very nice., I'm hoping for relief and everything that was said will come to fruition.

I was referred to Dr Krumerman from a friend. I needed a 2nd opinion on my back pain from a…read moreprevious surgeon's office that just kept saying everything was great from a prior fusion in 2023. I brought in my MRI and with that Dr Krumerman believed that I wasn't totally fused from my first surgery. A myleogram CT was ordered and come to find out I wasn't totally fused hence my back pain and issues. I'm about 4 weeks post op with my surgery with Dr Krumerman who redid my fusion at L4-5 and fused L5-S1. I'm very happy with my results. No more sciatica! Pain is minimal with just the normal post op pain. All of Dr Krumerman's staff are very nice and helpful via email or phone. The front office staff are also very friendly. I'll drive an hour to see Dr Krumerman again!

we are very grateful to DR Staub for expertise, dedication, and excellent care! the surgery went…read morevery well, and the result have been excellent. My husband is doing so much better, and we are happy with his recovery. We would highly recommended Dr. Staub to anyone needing back or spine surgery.

Doctors and medical staff are great. I really appreciated everything they have done for me. The…read morefront of the house staff including the office manager Anjanette Yancy are nothing but unhelpful, rude, disrespectful, uncaring, and definitively don't understand how to deal with people. I will never at foot in that office again.

Dr. Michael Hennessy has been extremely thoughtful, knowledgeable and caring. His attention to the…read moreoverall picture and intricate problems of your particular back issues is to be commended. I had surgery on April 10 and am half way through my recovery. He and his team supported me through the best pain control and life recovery and have great empathy. I would highly recommend him for any and all back interventions with great regard.

Dr Donnally is an excellent spine surgeon. I trust him 100%. And, he has a great bedside manner,…read moreanswers all questions, and never rushes through my appointments with him. Highly recommend!