Hoag Spine Institute Newport Beach
Newport Beach, CA 92663
510 Superior Ave, Suite 290
949-764-5444
Personalized Care from Leading Spine and Pain Specialists
Hoag Spine Institute brings together a multidisciplinary team of spine specialists to help patients find the right path for neck and back pain relief. From diagnosis and nonsurgical care to advanced spine surgery, our team works together to deliver personalized treatment based on each patient’s condition, goals and lifestyle.
Meet Our Leadership Team
Your care may include spine surgeons, pain management specialists, advanced practice providers, nurses, rehabilitation experts and specialists working together to create a personalized plan focused on relieving pain and getting you back to what you love.
Burak M. Ozgur, MD
Medical Director, Hoag Spine Institute, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Neurosurgery.
Adam S. Kanter, MD
Ron & Sandi Simon Executive Medical Director Endowed Chair, Chief of Neurosurgery, Pickup Family Neurosciences Institute
Nathan B. Han, MD
Neurosurgeon
Aaron Przybysz, MD, PhD
Medical Director for the Center for Pain Management, John L. Curci Family Endowed Chair in Pain Management
Karim B. Fahmy, DO
Pain Physician, Center for Pain Management
Kunal Sinha, MD
Pain Physician, Center for Pain Management
Ryan Nguyen, MD
Pain Physician, Center for Pain Management
Timothy H. Lucas Jr, MD
Chief of Neurosurgery
David A. Gehret, MD
Neurology
Keyvan Esmaeili, MD
Medical Director, Fudge Family Acute Rehabilitation Unit
Matthew J. Reed, MD
Chief of Inpatient Pain and Outpatient Addiction Services, Medical Director, SolMar Residential Program
Gina Duel, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Neurosurgery, Spine
Janneinne Le, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Neurosurgery, Spine
Erin E. Wood, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Neurosurgery, Spine
Kelley Tran, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Neurosurgery, Spine
Tammy Chen, NP-C
Nurse Practioner, Center for Pain Management
Sarah Vargas, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Center for Pain Management
Naomi Porter, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Center for Pain Management
Tawnia Knapp
Outpatient Care Coordinator
Back and Spine Conditions We Specialize in Treating
Chronic Neck or Back Pain
Learn MoreDegenerative Disc Disease (DDD)
Learn MoreHerniated Disc and Lumbar Disc Disease
Learn MoreKyphosis
Learn MoreLower Back Pain
Learn MoreRadiculopathy (Pinched Nerve)
Learn MoreScoliosis
Learn MoreSciatica
Learn MoreSpinal Deformity
Learn MoreSpinal Fractures
Learn MoreMyelopathy
Learn MoreNeck Pain (Cervical Pain)
Learn MoreNerve Compression
Learn MoreOsteoarthritis
Learn MoreOsteoporosis
Learn MoreSpinal Stenosis
Learn MoreSpinal Tumors
Learn MoreSpondylolisthesis
Learn MoreTailbone Pain
Learn MoreWhiplash and Spine Trauma
Learn MoreSpine Surgeries We Offer
Hoag is committed to using the most conservative and less-invasive options to treat your spinal condition & get you out of pain. For some patients, however, surgery may be required. Spine-related procedures we perform at the Hoag Spine Institute include:
Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF)
Removes a damaged disc in the neck and stabilizes the spine using a bone graft or implant to promote fusion.
Cervical Arthroplast
Replaces a damaged disc in the neck with an artificial disc using minimally invasive techniques.
Posterior Cervical Laminectomy
Relieves pressure on the spinal cord and nerves in the neck.
Robotic-Assisted Spinal Surgery
Advanced robotic technology improves precision during spine surgery.
Kyphoplasty
Treats spinal compression fractures by restoring vertebral stability.
Minimally Invasive Scoliosis Correction
Corrects spinal curvature using less-invasive surgical techniques.
Lumbar Lateral Interbody Fusion (LLIF)
Removes a damaged disc and stabilizes the lower spine through a small incision.
Anterior & Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF/PLIF)
Replaces a damaged disc to stabilize the spine and promote bone fusion.
Microdiscectomy
Removes part of a herniated disc to relieve nerve pressure and reduce pain.
Lumbar Decompression
Relieves nerve pressure by creating more space in the lower spine.
Frequently Asked Questions
As one of Southern California's most experienced neck and back pain treatment centers, Hoag is highly skilled at diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions related to the back, neck and spine, including spinal trauma, stenosis, degenerative disc disease, kyphosis, radiculopathy (pinched nerve), scoliosis, sciatica and much more.
Referral requirements may vary by insurance plan, specialist and service. Patients should check with their insurance provider and contact Hoag for help determining the best next step.
From pain management to neurosurgery, Hoag Spine Institute's team of spine experts are each uniquely qualified within their subspecialty to understand what new treatment options and advanced technological approaches are available today. Our multidisciplinary approach to second opinions offer a thorough review of your medical records ensuring all of your questions are answered.
No, the Hoag Spine Institute is committed to helping any patient who seeks us out. While patients in need of spine pain treatment in Orange County often choose Hoag because of the award-winning quality and convenience of our care, Hoag's specialists see patients from all over the U.S. and even the world.
Locations
Hoag Spine Institute Irvine
16405 Sand Canyon Avenue, Suite 200
Irvine, CA 92618
949-764-5444
Hoag Spine Institute - San Clemente
993 Avenida Pico, Suite 110
San Clemente, CA 92673
949-764-5444
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