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Dr. Andrew Messer, MD

Dr. Andrew Messer, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Andrew Messer, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Largo, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Dalhousie University Faculty Of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Trinity Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 58 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (58 reviews)

International Spine Center

1345 West Bay Dr Ste 401 Largo, FL 33770

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Dr. Messer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Messer

3.7
58 ratings, 7 with a written review
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don't let him touch your back is the worst doctor in the world doesn't have patience to explain anything to you hasscrewed me up for life!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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May 08, 2019
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I gave my review of my favorite doctor. He was the epitome of any surgeon one could ever have. I would like to see him again soon.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 31, 2018
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Other spine doctors wanted to do a 2 or even a 3 levels fusion of my spine. Dr. Messer uses new techniques and will do everything he can to save and rejuvenate your spine.Thankfully Dr. Andrew Messer did a disc replacement instead. He said my spine was too young and healthy to fuse and that I was a good candidate for a disk replacement. I know have full movement of my back. I feel like I'm 25 again.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Chris in Tampa – Aug 31, 2018
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I felt that this doctor understood my problem more than any other spine doctor that I talked to. He did an excellent job and I am grateful that I was able to have him do my surgery. It was worth the 2 hour dive to see him. I highly recommend Dr. Andrew Messer
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Barbara in Port Charlotte FL. – Jan 18, 2018
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ABSOLUTELY THE WORST EXPERIENCE EVER! I was refered to Dr. Messer from a chiropractor dr for help with a car accident that caused spinal damages and Dr. Messers assistant Daryl told me that "there is no damage and that chiropractors didn't know how to read MRI scans and that having bulges in my discs were normal that everyone has them". Also was told by him that there was "nothing they could do but he wanted to recommend numbing shots and see what happens, but the shots were my choice".
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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George K in Tampa, FL – May 26, 2017
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I can not give enough praise for Dr. Messer's surgical skills. 35 years of heavy lifting took its toll on my back till I was unable to walk and the pain and numbness were debilitating to anything but lying on my back. Dr. Messer performed an Anterior Lumbar Spinal Fusion of my L5, S1 vertebrae with amazing success. The pain was gone instantly, I was walking the next morning and was able to go up stairs with absolutely no pain. Three years later I am doing great. Thank You, Dr. Messer!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Chris in Tarpon Springs, FL – Feb 17, 2017
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I called Dr Messer's office on 10/19/16 and dropped off my MRI on a CD with the written reports on 10/20/16. Since then no one has gotten back to me to schedule an appointment. I have called and left messages. On 11/03/16 I called and spoke with Dorinda. she was to call me back and has not. I am a former patient of Dr Messer when he was with a different group and can not believe how this group he is with now operates.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
6 others found this helpful
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Mickey in Palm Harbor, FL – Nov 05, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Messer is experienced in advanced spinal surgical techniques including, but not limited to the following procedures: Anterior Lumbar Fusions, Microscopic Disectomies and Kyphoplasty Vertebral Body Fractures. He specializes in the treatment of injuries and disorders of the spine including trauma-related injuries.

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Spinal Cord Injury Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Neck Surgery

  • Orthopedic Spine Reconstructive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Carolinas Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Yale University

    Undergraduate School

  • Private Practice - Group/partnership

  • Dalhouse Medical School

    Internship Hospital, 1987

  • Dalhousie University Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986

  • Oxford University, Psychology/physiology

    1982
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  • Posterior Stabilization of the Pelvis, 1994

  • Evaluation of 3-D, Coronal, Sagittal, and Axial CT Scans as a Method of Imaging Acetabular Fractures, 1994

  • Who is Who in Medicine, 2002, 2003

  • Nebraska’s Small Business of the Year Award (Presented by President, George W. Bush), 2004

  • Voted as One of America’s Top Surgeons, 2003-2004

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Locations

International Spine Center

International Spine Center1345 West Bay Dr Ste 401 Largo, FL 33770
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(844) 774-6335
International Spine Center5411 Beaumont Center Blvd Ste 700 Tampa, FL 33634
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(844) 774-6335
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