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Neurosurgeon or orthopedic surgeon for neck surgery? possible fusion or discectomy.
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Either will do as --: Both of them should be trained in doing these surgeries. The orthopod should be a spinal surgeon. Your pcp canhelp you as to who to go to. Good luck.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Please Clarify: These are the type of experts that do this surgery. But, I do not see a question in your statement.
Answered 11/23/2013
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Both treat spine: A neurosurgeon and a orthopaedic spine surgeon both treat spine problems. Ask your family doctor for recommendations. You can also check out healthgrades.Com. Good luck.
Answered 2/8/2014
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Either 1, just be --: -sure that they are fellowship trained in spine surgery. I am biased as I am an orthopedic surgeon, so I recommend an orthopedic surgeon fellowship trained.
Answered 6/22/2016
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