Spine Center
The Vanderbilt Spine Center provides innovative non-surgical and surgical treatments for back and neck pain, sciatica and other spine conditions. Our specialists work together to find the best treatment path for you and to give you the expert care and support you deserve. Our team has been recognized for high quality spine surgery care and outstanding patient experience.
Conditions We Treat
We treat a wide range of conditions that cause back and neck pain, including:
- Metastatic cancer of the spine
- Nerve pain
Meet Your Care Team
Amir M. AbtahiMD
- Adult Orthopaedics, Cervical Spine, Lumbar Spine, Neurological Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Spinal Deformity
Christopher M. BonfieldMD
- Congenital Malformations of the Brain and Spinal Cord, Craniofacial Surgery, Neurologic Surgery, Neurological Disorders, Surgery, Neurological Surgery, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Neurologic Surgery
Ross L. DawkinsMD
- Brain Tumor/Cancer, Neurologic Surgery, Neurological Surgery, Spine, Spine, Comprehensive, Tumors of the Spine and Spinal Cord
Raymond J. GardockiMD, BS
- Adult Degenerative Spine Conditions, Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar Spine Surgery, Endoscopic Spine Surgery, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Orthopaedics, Outpatient Spine Surgery, Spine
Julian G. Lugo-PicoMD
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Orthopaedics, Outpatient Spine Surgery, Spinal Deformity, Spinal Surgery, Spine
David J. KennedyMD
- Musculoskeletal Problems, Orthopaedics, Pain Management, Back, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Rehabilitation, Spine, Sports Medicine
Aaron J. YangBS, MD
- Musculoskeletal Problems, Pain Management, Back, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Rehabilitation, Rehabilitation, Adult, Rehabilitation, Geriatric, Spine
Barrett J. RaburnMSPAS, PA
- Neurologic Surgery, Neurological Disorders, Surgery, Neurological Surgery, Spine, Spine, Comprehensive
John M. CoreyMD
- Cancer pain, Chronic Back Pain, Failed Back Surgery Syndrome, Interventional Pain, Neuropathic Pain, Pain Medicine
David A. EdwardsMD, PhD
- Anesthesiology, Cancer Pain Management, Cancer pain, Chronic Back Pain, Interventional Pain, Neuropathic Pain, Pain Management
Mishra PuneetMD, BS
- Chronic Back Pain, Failed Back Surgery Syndrome, Interventional Pain, Neuropathic Pain, Pain Management, Pain Medicine
Christopher M. SobeyMD
- Anesthesiology, Chronic Back Pain, Complex Region Pain Syndrome, Failed Back Surgery Syndrome, Interventional Pain, Neuropathic Pain, Pain Management
Amanda D. ToyeMD
- Chronic Back Pain, Complex Region Pain Syndrome, Failed Back Surgery Syndrome, Interventional Pain, Neuropathic Pain, Pain Management, Pain Medicine
Jeremy T. WalkerMD
- Anesthesiology, Chronic Back Pain, Complex Region Pain Syndrome, Failed Back Surgery Syndrome, Interventional Pain, Neuropathic Pain, Pain Management
Why Choose Spine Care at Vanderbilt
- Skilled clinicians
Physical therapists, pain experts, neurologists, orthopaedists, orthopaedic surgeons, oncologists, anesthesiologists and other specialists on our team work together to help you decrease or eliminate pain and improve your quality of life.
- Recognized care
BlueCross BlueShield named us a Blue Distinction Center for high quality spine surgery care. And Becker’s Healthcare included us on its list of 100 hospitals with great neurosurgery and spine programs.
- Personalized care
We tailor your treatment plan to meet your unique needs and health goals. And, unlike any other spine center in the region, we carefully track how our surgical patients are doing years after treatment. We use the information we gather to improve how we care for patients every day.
- Superior outcomes
On average, our patients report significant improvements in pain, general health and quality of life a year after surgery. Our Spine Care Quality and Outcomes Lab's ongoing research shows us factors that influence patient outcomes This leads to improved safety and mental and physical health for our patients.
- Telehealth
We can offer specialty care through a simple video consultation with your doctor. This means you have access to a Vanderbilt specialist, close to home.
- Bundled payment
You may be eligible for MySpineHealth if your employer participates in the Vanderbilt Spine Center surgery bundle program. MySpineHealth coordinates and bundles all the services needed for a successful spine surgery and recovery. It ensures appropriate care can result in a faster return to life and work. We streamline your experience with the help of a personal patient navigator, and we make your healthcare costs transparent and predictable. Please check with your employer’s human resources department to see if MySpineHealth is an available healthcare benefit.
- Clinical trials
As part of an academic medical center, we offer access to some of the most promising new approaches being tested in clinical trials. Find a clinical trial.
Tests, Treatments and Services
We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:
Locations
Note: Spine consults offered at Vanderbilt Integrated Internal Medicine Cedar Lane via telehealth only.