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Our team consists of dedicated individuals who are kind, friendly, and caring. Our staff is here to ensure a pleasant experience during your visit to our office.
Dr. Pranay Patel is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon with interest and expertise specifically in minimally invasive surgical techniques, cervical spine surgery, motion preservation, and outpatient spine surgery. While treating all conditions for the adult degenerative spine, Dr. Patel ensures that his patients are given the array of options that are tailored to each patient’s individual needs and lifestyle. After educating his patients on their specific injuries, Dr. Patel, together with his patient, aims for a minimalistic approach to the spine in an effort to start with the least invasive/non-operative option first. If surgery does become necessary, Dr. Patel utilizes the latest technology in minimally invasive spine surgery including computer assisted navigation.
After graduating from Washington University in St. Louis with honors, Dr. Patel earned his medical degree from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. Dr. Patel continued on to his internship and orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Chicago. After his time in the Midwest, Dr. Patel came out to California to complete his combined orthopedic and neurosurgical spine fellowship at the University of Southern California Spine Center. Mentored by both orthopaedic spine surgeons and neurosurgeons, Dr. Patel’s training gives him the experience and expertise to utilize the most cutting edge minimally invasive techniques and treat complex spine conditions. During his fellowship, he focused on treating the whole patient utilizing both nonsurgical and surgical treatment options for adult spine conditions.
Dr. Patel has written multiple book chapters and peer-reviewed journal articles on spine conditions and surgical techniques. For his patients’ benefit, he aims to stay at the forefront of spine care by staying actively engaged in clinical research and new technologies. He is also an active member of multiple professional societies, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, AOSpine, and the North American Spine Society.
During his free time, Dr. Patel enjoys learning to surf, riding, adventure traveling, exploring new cuisines and spending time with his family.
If you are in search of a professional who will attend to your needs, you can’t go wrong with our practice. Contact our office at your earliest convenience to schedule your consultation. We look forward to serving you and your family for many years to come.