Need recommendations on a good spinal surgeon in the Nashville area to perform a spinal fusion. Have a few to check out, but would like to hear personal experiences.
Alicia H. replied:
https://www.facebook.com/136051299777277Howell Allen Clinic
Phil P. replied:
Dr. LeBow did surgery on my wife's back, and it turned out Great !
Rae H. replied:
Dr Greg Lanford@Howell Allen Clinic
Kassie C. replied:
I work with Dr. Lebow, we have locations in Nashville, Lebanon, Gallatin, and Mt. Juliet too! He's a great surgeon and really cares about his patients. Please feel free to give our office a call! 615-327-9543
Roxann A. replied:
I've been to the Howell, Allen and Allen Clinic in the past, and saw Dr. Howell. They were the premier group to see for a long time. I would not hesitate to use that group again! Howell will not do surgery unless it is absolutely necessary.
Michael S. replied:
Dr Howell if he still practices is great but all the drs at that clinic are
Jodie S. replied:
Dr Taleghani!
Amanda D. replied:
I second Dr. Taleghani. He just did my dad's spinal surgery about 4 weeks ago. They took good care of him at Summit.
Vonda M. replied:
Howell Allen Clinic - Dr. Richard Lebow is great.
Paula A. replied:
Colin Crosby
Leslye B. replied:
Dr Taleghani with Pinnacle Surgery Partners. He did my husbands spinal fusion and my neck fusion.
Robin S. replied:
I had a fusion done 12 weeks ago. Dr Elalayli and Patel at AOS at summit. It went smooth, I would recommend to anyone. Hands down they did a phenomenal job!
Carey A. replied:
Dr Vaughn Allen
Lori C. replied:
Dr. Howell did retire a few years ago but I would recommend anyone in that group.
Crystal M. replied:
Howell Allen clinic. Dr Allen and Dr Howell are both retired now. Lots of great Dr' s there. Hands down the best!,
Kimberly V. replied:
Dr. Eby
Robyn S. replied:
Howell Allen Clinic. I used Dr Schottle. I had a wonderful experience.
Shana D. replied:
Dr Tarek Elalayli is the best! I highly recommend him. Great bedside manner, takes the time to talk to you and answer any questions. I've never felt better!!
Tina C. replied:
Dr. Clint Devin vanderbilt in 100 oaks. Wonderful dr. I had to have a cadaver bone and cage in my back. Hed great. I went home the next day
Benjamin O. replied:
David McCord on Charlotte, very conservative, sensible approach!
Leigh-ellen M. replied:
Dr. Howell is retired. We have many great surgeons! Give us a call at 615-327-9328
Jill G. replied:
I used Dr. Christopher Kauffman, when I had spinal fusion of C5/C6. I think he is awesome! http://hughstonortho.com/premier-orthopedics-physicians/dr-christopher-p-kauffman-m-d/dr-christopher-p-kauffman-md-bio/
Jamie B. replied:
Dr.Brian O'Shaughnessy at Howell Allen Clinic
Karen P. replied:
Tarek Elalayli at Summit.
Susan A. replied:
Dr Steve Standard at howell allen
LeeAnne A. replied:
Dr Taleghani! He re-did my L5-S1 surgery, that another above recommended Dr botched & he removed a tumor that was attached to my spinal cord. He's an awesome surgeon!
Teresa D. replied:
Arthur Ulm has done two separate fusions on my mom and he is wonderful.
Suzette D. replied:
Dr Arthur Ulm
Glenda D. replied:
Dr. Greg Lanford -the best
Kimberley B. replied:
Dr. Eby at AOS in Mount Juliet. He really is the best.
Kristina S. replied:
Dr. Tarek Elalayli did mine last year... He was amazing... He is with AOS
Susan C. replied:
Dr Lebow at Howell Allen clinic
Cheryl R. replied:
Dr Mitul Patel. Such a great Dr.
Kristen C. replied:
I went to Dr. Patel at AOS. He actually put in an implant for me, instead of fusing because it was a better option for me. He was a great surgeon. Great experience.
I hope everyone is staying as warm as possible! I have a favor to ask. I am needing some recommendations for a kind, compassionate Spine Surgeon. I'd like to be able to...
Lisa R. replied:
I go to Dr. Colin Crosby at Elite Sports. He is in with Dr. Elrod (former doctor of the Titans) and Dr. David Moore (Titans doctor). They are great.
Tamah W. replied:
I work at AOS, Advanced Ortho and Spine, we have locations at Summit and in Mj.. we have great physicians. Very compassionate and understanding.. 615-885-0200
Sandra S. replied:
Dr Beckham at summit is fantastic pcp
Anita R. replied:
I think I need to see if there are any MeetUp groups in the area for those living with chronic pain. I've been very discouraged lately.
Deborah A. replied:
I recommend Dr Christina Mountain with St. Thomas Medical in Mt. Juliet for a Primary Doctor.
Kaelea B. replied:
I work at AOS advanced ortho and spine. Call our office 615-885-0200 And make an appointment with Dr. Patel or Dr. E
Barbara G. replied:
Dr John Spooner of Howell Allen Clinic. He did my spinal fusion. Absolutely awesome doctor!
Jamie J. replied:
Dr Patel is Great!!
Joy G. replied:
Howell Allen Clinic.. I work with that group they are all good
Connie G. replied:
Dr. Lebow is the best. Howell Allen Clinic. Dr. Lebow performed surgeries on my husband and two dear friends.
Bill D. replied:
I’ve had heel surgery with Dr. Chris Cook at AOS and everything he did from day one was top notch! Dr. Ladoucer is doing surgery on my left knee day after tomorrow. I don’t trust any other Ortho or Spine group but AOS to touch me! They are awesome!
Shelley S. replied:
Dr. Scott Dube is a wonderful orthopedist at Summit!
Debbie L. replied:
i agree with Connie Gibbs, i love Dr Lebow. he did surgery on my neck to remove a buldging disc and a cpl of pinched nerves and now no more pain and left arm is no longer locking up on me and going numb. he didnt even leave a scar. cant even tell he operated on me. Call Dr Lebow.
Ross M. replied:
Howell Allen Clinic they are all wonderful!
Shana D. replied:
Tarek Elalalyi at Summit. He is awesome and takes time to explain everything and listens!
Judy H. replied:
Dr Eby at AOS
Milton B. replied:
Elite Sports Medicine
Bobbie C. replied:
I will have to vouche for Howell Allen Clinic. I personally worked there for 6 years. I worked with Dr. Lebow, Dr. Spooner, Dr. Lanford, Dr. Hubbard and I was Dr. Schoettle and Dr. Allens personal secretary for 4 years, booking surgeries, appts, studies etc. I will say I have met over a trillion patients that have had surgery with these Doctors and every one of them have nothing but great results. Also I have learned women heel faster then men and have a higher tolerance to pain.
Tina S. replied:
Howell Allen Clinic
Gaye W. replied:
Dr Gladdis at Elite Sports Medicine
Brittany T. replied:
I know Dr. Khan Li from working as a nurse as the hospital he performs his surgeries at. He is a neurosurgeon but he specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery and cervical spine surgery. All his patients have great outcomes and he’s very friendly.
Mandy W. replied:
Howell Allen’s office did both of my neck surgeries. All of their surgeons are amazing!
Tiffany P. replied:
Dr Kauffman with hughston orthopedics on Harding place is great! He just did my husband's back surgery in Dec. He fought with the insurance for us (insurance wanted husband to do therapy first, but he was in so much pain and losing muscle mass in his leg therapy wouldn't work). He's been great and he cares alot.
David F. replied:
Dr. Edward Mackey, St.Thomas.
Patsy M. replied:
Howell Allen clinic they are awesome
Bea F. replied:
I recommend Dr Daryl Nichols * been my doctor since 1980. A caring doctor. Look hom up on Google.
Andra B. replied:
Howell Allen Clinic- Dr. Standard. I had successful neck surgery 6 years ago. Sorry you are having to go through this. Hoping you feel better soon.
Sue C. replied:
I worked with Dr Mitul Patel and Dr Tarek Elalayli. 615 885 0200. I would recommend either. Dr Patel is more talkative. Wonderful doctors.
Hipsters.. need your help... Just had my son in hospital yesterday, they say he most likely needs surgery. Looking for input on a surgeon that does Gall Bladder...
Heather R. replied:
Dr. Thomas at summit removed mine. Was a wonderful surgeon to work with!
John boskind, Alex fruin and Michael Thomas at summit
Laura H. replied:
Pretty sure Dr Thomas did mine too.
Joan H. replied:
Dr Burns Summitt Did Mine.
Grace P. replied:
Dr. Thomas did mine, the surgery went great but I reacted to the medicine during surgery so I was asleep a lot longer than they said I would've been. Over all it's quick, and a little sore because of the air at first but not too bad.
Delora S. replied:
Alex Fruin MD is great. He did my gall bladder surgery and was my son's doctor when he was hospitalized with bowel blockage. He was very personable and compassionate. Dr. Hollis at Sumner Regional does great one incision gall bladder surgery with the daVinci. He is a good surgeon as well.
Janet A. replied:
Dr. Thomas, Dr. Boskind or Dr. Fruin. All are excellent.
Janet A. replied:
Joan Wood Howell Dr. Burns is no longer at Summit
Susie P. replied:
I trust this doctor: http://tsclinic.com/john-a-boskind-md-facs
Michele K. replied:
Dr Fruin !!!
Joe M. replied:
Dr. Fruin did my wife's last week. He was amazing good thorough explanation of surgery and risks etc. came out after to let us everything went well and even found us two days later when I had knee surgery just to check on her.
Gail M. replied:
Dr Thomas at summit is awesome
Corey B. replied:
Dr John Boskind hermitage 615 200 9845.
Sharon S. replied:
Dr Thomas
Linda P. replied:
Dr Michael Thomas did mine it's been A while back great bed side matters just love him he's at sumit
Anyone know of an affordable dental surgeon? I'm in desperate need of a wisdom tooth being cut out. It's badly infected & moving into my blood. I honestly can't afford...
Jennifer R. replied:
Interfaith Dental and Matthew Walker Clinic
Laura D. replied:
Diana Parker Clinica de la paz on Nolensville by the walmart. Behind the mcdonalds. They are a walk in dentist open 7 days a week. They will take it out for u for $250. That includes the meds they will give u. Ive had teeth pulled there and they are good. Didnt hurt.
Holly M. replied:
Call Terry sawyer 615 883 0067. My husband swears by him.
Debbie F. replied:
Dr. Ted Unland, Unland Dental in Hermitage.
Teresa J. replied:
Also the neighborhood health clinics downtown offer dental care as well. Neighborhoodhealth.tn.org. both this and Matthew walker are for uninsured
Terri P. replied:
There is Keith Shrum in Hermitage. I've been to him and he seems to be reasonable when I went. I had a tooth pulled at didn't pay that amount out of pocket
Jill B. replied:
http://interfaithdentalclinic.com/ Sliding scale. Very affordable.
Diana P. replied:
I understand ML Wallace. I use to have a position making $22 an hour. Now I'm not even making half. I'm literally swimming in debt right now. On top of the transmission going out on 1 vehicle, then fuel pump on the other. It's like every time I get the money saved up something knocks me back 20 .
Who is the best shoulder surgeon? Have a shoulder spur...may require surgery
JaDonna F. replied:
Dr. Kaminsky at Summit
Drew C. replied:
Dr. Charles Cox at Vandy did mine; he’s tied to many college, and pro teams in the area.
Julie S. replied:
My mom had 2 shoulder replacements by Dr. Cornelius at UMC. Great results! Rave reviews!
Shanna B. replied:
Dr. Terry did my sons shoulder. Was great. Dr. Cornelius did my moms knee and was great.
Marilyn W. replied:
DR.CORNELUS IN LEBANON OR Dr.Richie
Stefania G. replied:
Doc Terry Tennessee Orthopedic
Lisa W. replied:
Scott Dube.
Caitie J. replied:
De Richie in Lebanon!
Jeff H. replied:
Sean Kaminskyhttps://www.yourshoulderdoc.com/
Debbie A. replied:
Jason Petty he has a office in Lebanon and Nashville he he’s a sport doctor, he did my shoulder surgery 4 years ago, he’s great.
Greg H. replied:
Dr Petty in Lebanon is great with shoulders, he did mine almost 8 years ago and I’ve had zero problems
Megan D. replied:
Cant go wrong with any of the guys at Hughston!! They're all awesome! Dr. Cornelius, Dr. Richie or Dr. Mountain.
Cheryl L. replied:
https://www.facebook.com/162346604187493 Tennessee Orthopedics ALWAYS gets my vote! Dr. Terry is wonderful. And here are two other surgeons in his practice. One interned with Dr. Andrews in Alabama (who treats professional and collegiate athletes).
Amanda J. replied:
Dr Cornelius is amazing!!!!
Nicole D. replied:
Dr. Cook
Candy S. replied:
Dr. Petty
Sandi C. replied:
Dr. Samuel Crosby at Elite Sports Medicine did my shoulder surgery. I highly recommend him. I also did my PT at Elite. The rehab group was awesome too!
Allen F. replied:
Dr. Chad Price Elite Orthapedic’s Nashville
Bob L. replied:
Dr. Chad Price
Renee H. replied:
Dr. Cornelius
Susan P. replied:
Dr. Chad Price..he's replaced both of my knees and one shoulder with amazing success
Joe M. replied:
Dr. Kaminski has done mine....twice
Kathy K. replied:
Dr. Damon Petty or Dr. Sean Kaminsky are both great!!
Betty E. replied:
Any of the doctors at Southern Joint Replacement at Centennial in Nashville. They also have their own Physical Therapy group and all the PTs are the best. Went through a knee replacement last November. Very pleased with the entire procedure.
Rick G. replied:
Elite Sports Medicine. Just had my rotator cuff and labrum repaired in November. Super quick recovery. Dr. Amanda Martin is the bomb.
Diane H. replied:
Dr Cornelius without a doubt!
Linda B. replied:
We have the best right here in Lebanon. Dr Perry or Dr Cornelius. They are both straight forward and good surgeons.
OK, HERE GOES... DOES ANYONE KNOW OF A GOOD SURGEON HERE IN MOUNT JULIET THAT CAN REVERSE A COLOSTOMY? I HAD A SURGEON AT VANDERBILT, HE KEPT HEE HOMMMING AROUND, AND...
Jasen R. replied:
Dr Boskind at summit
Erin G. replied:
Dr Michael Thomas at Summit. I am a nurse there. I think all our general surgeons are great, but he is my personal favorite.
Jennifer J. replied:
Idk any in MT Juliet, but here there are 4 great ones. mmclinic.com
Harriet G. replied:
Dr Boskind at summit reversed one for a friend of mine last year and she is extremely happy with every thing about her surgery and hospital stay except for a couple of nurses on the weekend.
Courtney C. replied:
Dr Boskind or Dr Thomas at Summit, they are in the same office. Both can do reversals.
Janet A. replied:
Drs. Fruin, Boskind or Thomas all do excellent work.
Hey sisters I need some help I am looking for a neuro surgeon that specializes in brain aneurysms if you have any suggestions out there please let me know
Naomi A. replied:
JoAnn Ritter
Karla S. replied:
Vaughn Allen at the Allen Clinic, Nashville. He did my brain surgery, wonderful doctor!
Tanya L. replied:
Dr Robert Singer did my sisters surgery and also, Gerry Howse, the DJ that retired from WSIX morning show a few years ago. Here's a link to his info http://www.vitals.com/doctors/Dr_Robert_J_Singer.html
Courtney P. replied:
Dr Dixit at Summit is fabulous
Tina H. replied:
Second Vaughn Allen. Excellent physician.
Francine H. replied:
Thank you Kay. I Have have seen Dr Zhou before abd her is just a neurologist
Hey everyone, I found out last night I need to have my gallbladder removed. The surgeon they recommend doesn’t accept my insurance. Do you all have any recommendations...
Caryn J. replied:
Dr. Boskind at Summit
Jamie J. replied:
Dr Alex Fruin at Summitt he is awesome !!!
Kendria S. replied:
Dr. Boskind is Amazing!! He is at Summit. I loved him! He removed mine last year. Hands down the best!
Denise M. replied:
Dr Boskind,,,,Awesome Doc
Brittany W. replied:
Dr Thomas at Summit did mine
Joan H. replied:
Dr Thomas Summit
Nancy T. replied:
Dr Fruin great he did mine couldn't ask for anyone better.
Tina H. replied:
Same here, Dr Fruin did mine and my husbands. He was back at work in 3 days and me 4 (there was a holiday on Monday)!
Sharon S. replied:
Dr Thomas is great!
Ashley S. replied:
Dr Kent in Lebanon. He did mine.
David C. replied:
Dr Thomas at Summit
Lacey B. replied:
Dr. Boskind at summit. He’s wonderful
SamandDee B. replied:
Dr Boskind is great!
SamandDee B. replied:
Dr Boskind is great!
Shirley N. replied:
Dr Davis at Hendersonville hospital did mine
Holly B. replied:
Dr John Boskind. Wonderful man and Doctor. He is my general surgeon. Amazing and caring. Great bedside manner. At Summit
Vicky M. replied:
I second Dr. Fruin. He removed my ovarian cyst several years ago. He was great.
Susan B. replied:
Dr. Boskind!!! Best surgeon there is..
Amy A. replied:
Dr Fulin took out my Gallbladder and was fabulous! Bedside manner was great and very informative! Never had any problems afterward!
Carol C. replied:
Dr. Mark Fruin, just took mine out 2 wks ago. Lazer style & he’s awesome!
Veronica D. replied:
I work with Dr Boskind, Fruin & Thomas. They are wonderful! Plus, you can tell they actually care about the patients. We all do!
Edith S. replied:
To me, Dr Warren at Tenova is the best
Jennifer C. replied:
Dr. Jimmy Carter or Dr. Boskind. Worked with them both. They are excellent. Also Dr. Akin.
Debbie Q. replied:
Dr. Fruin removed 2 foot of my colon. I could not have asked for a better physician. Very professional and friendly.
Beth S. replied:
Dr Fruin was my husbands surgeon last year. Excellent doctor.
Brook R. replied:
Dr Boskind, Fruin or Thomas!
Stephanie L. replied:
Dr Boskind did mine, he is awesome. Absolutely no issues!
Amanda L. replied:
Dr. Fruin at Summit removed mine. Mine was considered an emergency surgery but he was amazing at making sure I was comfortable while I waited for the procedure.
Sarah R. replied:
Dr Fruin summit surgery center he has done several surgeries of mine and I would not go to anyone else. Excellent Dr in my opinion!
Keri P. replied:
Dr Clarke Lea at St Thomas Midtown did mine a few months ago and was the best!
Does anyone have any recommendations for a knee surgeon?
Shannon D. replied:
Dr. Cook Advanced Ortho and Spine on Mt. Juliet Rd
Marsha G. replied:
Dr Cook
Lisa D. replied:
Looks like Dr. Cook for the win!
Scarlett S. replied:
Dr. Charles Cox with Vanderbilt orthopedics...he sees patients down at Vanderbilt, and also at the mt.juliet location of Vandy orthopedics. Highly recommended!
Amy B. replied:
Elite sports med. Dr. Moore. He is great. He works for the Titans too!
Diane H. replied:
Jon Cornelius in Lebanon! He is amazing!
Brian C. replied:
Tennessee Orthopedic Associates.
Hannah G. replied:
I went to Burton Elrod at Elite. He's a great doctor
Rayanne M. replied:
Lucas Richie
Becky M. replied:
Dr. Christopher Cook
Shannon S. replied:
Dr. Cook is fantastic.. he did a great job for me..
Dana H. replied:
Dr. Christie at SJRI
Carolyn L. replied:
Southern Joint. All of their doctors are great. I had a knee replacement and I didn't have any problems at all.
Susan K. replied:
Dr. Mike Ladoucer did mine. He is the best
Autumn B. replied:
Burton Elrod did mine and he is the absolute best
Donna C. replied:
Gregory Raab
Heather B. replied:
I recommend Dr. Pagnani with Nashville Knee & Shoulder. His office treats some of Nashville's finest athletes. He's to the point & very knowledgeable.
Shelby B. replied:
Southern joint. They did both of my hip replacements. Dr Deboer did mine he is great. But I have friends that used other Dr's in that group & say they are great too
Shannon R. replied:
Dr. Joseph Chenger
Leanne W. replied:
Southern Joint for replacements. Dr. Michael Christy has done several in our family but all the doctors are good!
Dana L. replied:
Dr Damon Petty!!
Karen B. replied:
Burton Elrod at Elite Sports. He was the Titans team doctor and is fabulous!
Pat J. replied:
Dr. Christopher Cook at Advanced Orthopedic & Spine
Mary C. replied:
Dr Christopher Cook at Summit
Crystal C. replied:
Dr. Elrod at Elite did my mom and dads knee surgery and was great!
Opinions, experiences, and recommendations for cataract surgeons in the area. Thanks.
Orti T. replied:
I used Dr. Loden at Loden's eye clinic at Rivergate. They now have one in Gallatin. I had mine done in 2004. 2 weeks a part. No pain, the staff and doctor was excellent and professional. I felt at ease during the exam and thru the surgery. I would highly recommend this experience. I'm sure they are on Fb and easy to locate.
Sarah S. replied:
Dr Evans..... Vanderbilt Eye Center.....Lebanon
Cindy C. replied:
Jimmy used Dr Evans at Vanderbilt Eye for both. He is awesome!
Mary P. replied:
Pretty sure it was Dr. Kostama. In Nashville but on Church St.
Hipsters.. need your help... Just had my son in hospital yesterday, they say he most likely needs surgery. Looking for input on a surgeon that does Gall Bladder...
Tamara K. replied:
If he's an adult Dr Kent was wonderful and removed my husbands gall bladder. We'd use him for ANY surgery from now on
Chandra S. replied:
Dr Kent took my gallbladder out. Minimal scarring and excellent aftercare.
Deborah J. replied:
Michael Thomas at Summit. Great bedside manner, and excellent surgeon.
I need to find an amazing Orthopedic Dr/Surgeon that has good health ratings. I know I will need surgery soon on my knee. The dr at summit er recommended Dr. Passmore....
Lori C. replied:
Dr Cook.....such a nice and great doc
Robin D. replied:
I saw Dr. Passmore for a 2 nd opinion and was very impressed with him and his recommendations. Dr. Ladouceur in the same office just did my ACL reconstruction surgery 3 weeks ago. I LOVE everyone at the Mt. Juliet office. The therapists are the best I've ever interacted with. You will not be disappointed with AOS and Dr. Passmore!!
Does anyone know the name of the orthodontic surgeon or the practice that is moving into the new 2 story building being built mid way down Mt. Juliet Rd?