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Dr. Stephen Nalbach, MD

Dr. Stephen Nalbach, MD

Neurosurgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Nalbach, MD is a neurosurgeon in Tyler, TX and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Temple University in 2007. He is affiliated with UT Health Tyler. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 38 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (38 reviews)

Practice

700 Olympic Plaza Cir Ste 850 Tyler, TX 75701

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Dr. Nalbach is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nalbach specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Nalbach's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nalbach

4.8
38 ratings, 22 with a written review
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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Amazing
After suffering with a migraine for 8 straight months I made an appointment with Dr. Nalbach. After doing test it was confirmed that I needed a brain shunt. After surgery it was a complete 360…..no migraine at all. After suffering with a migraine for so long I had forgotten what it felt like to be pain free. I can’t express how thankful I am to Dr. Nalbach and all of his staff for giving me my life back!!! I would recommend Dr. Nalbach to my family and friends.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Jennifer – Sep 26, 2024
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I was not sure that I wanted to go through back surgery but, after 4 full days post surgery I am glad that I did! I have been having back problems for quite sometime now, when I went in for my last office visit and saw the MRI I could tell I need the surgery! Dr Steven Nalbach has the best staff that any patient could ever ask for! The treatment I received at Texas Spine and Joint Hospital was outstanding! Everyone was always very friendly and positive, they seemed to always have a smile on their face, which made me more comfortable! That you for the great care you gave me Dr Steven Nalbach!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jim Hinderman – Jun 04, 2024
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I had to have emergency shunt surgery. Dr. Nalbach saved my life.
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
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T Griffin – Aug 23, 2023
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10 STARS wouldn't be enough!!!
Like everyone, I was skeptical because we all hear horror stories about back surgery. If I had to do this again, I would have done it much sooner and had this excellent, over the top, thorough surgeon do it. Doctor Stephen Nalbach has helped my physical well being tremendously, with minimal pain compared to what I was expecting post surgery. He takes the time to explain your condition in terms that you can understand, and genuinely cares about you. Tyler Spine and Joint hospital made my procedures even more exceptional, the best hospital I have EVER stayed in overnight The staff for Dr. Nalbach, AWESOME!!!! I have zero negative experiences regarding the entire process. HUGE SUCCESS FOR MY QUALITY OF LIFE!!!! If you're reading this in the area of skepticism, you won't be disappointed in making the decision to have Dr Nalbach and his team of excellence try to help you.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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May 14, 2023
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Dr.Nalbach is an amazing surgeon.
I was very skeptical about having back surgery. I’ve always been told not to have it done so I suffered many years with pain on a daily basis. I was referred by my pain management doctor to see Dr.Nalbach. We talked and I asked him about options and when I asked him if I took one of the options if I would be back in a few years for surgery he said not in so many words possible. I loved his honesty. I had a pinched nerve, slipped disc, a bulging disc and lots of pain. Dr. Nalbach performed two surgeries one on October 31st 2022 and one on November 2nd and within a week I was up walking. I was amazed by how fast I was doing. Dr. Nalbach’s office staff are polite and very helpful and compassionate. I would HIGHLY recommend Dr.Nalbach to my family and friends. I would myself return for future surgeries. Thank you for a pain free life of back pain Dr.Nalbach. Great job.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Tami Howard – Dec 14, 2022
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Caring, knowledgeable, highly professional
I could not have made it through this experience if not for Dr. Nalbach. I will be eternally grateful.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jake Heath – Oct 14, 2022
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Very happy with Dr Nalbach. Would highly recommend him. Performed a anterior cervical disectomy and Fusion 2 levels. Extremely pleased with his work.
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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rdl – Dec 29, 2021
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I saw Dr. Nalbach for debilitating sciatic pain. After review of imaging studies, surgery was recommended. Results were great. I am now 4 weeks post-op, and feel like I have my life back again. Dr. Nalbach was so kind & easy to talk to. Nurse Practitioner, Myra Accord was wonderful; very professional and explained the problem & procedure well. Nurse Charlotte, responded to phone calls promptly & was always helpful.
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
3 others found this helpful
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R. Carroll – Mar 13, 2021
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I would recommend Dr. Stephen Nalbach to everyone! I hope that whatever he has he won’t loose. With him you have the feeling that it not about the money but about you and your health!! He listened and gives you advise and most important he took my pain away and gave me the quality of life back! Thank you very much Dr. Nalbach!!!
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
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Oct 30, 2020
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I had Carpal tunnel surgery on my left hand July of 2019. After 1 year I have numbness in my fingers and thumb, they are very sensitive to cold and heat and I have lost some use in this hand. I did not have any of these problem before surgery.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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R. Cole – Sep 09, 2020
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I went in for a second opinion. My diagnosis was seveer spinal stenosis. I have had back pain for many years and I started having unbearable leg pain. The minute Dr. Nalbach walked in the room, I knew he was my surgeon. ALL of my leg pain and back pain was gone the moment I woke up. I will never be able to thank Dr. Nalbach enough and if I ever have spinal surgery again...he is my "go to" doc. Thank you sir!
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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Tammye Hudson – Feb 08, 2020
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I came in suffering with sciatica from a ruptured disc. I was in terrible pain and had completed 6 weeks of physical therapy. My entire experience was positive from the minute I walked in the door. Not only was every staff member kind and professional, but Dr. Nalbach did a perfect job and I had an amazingly successful surgery. I am completely pain free. He is a happy guy that appears to really love his job and my mother liked his post-op report to family because he was clear, kind, and patient.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Joanna in Mineola, TX – Jan 23, 2019
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I Was in severe pain and had several procedures with Pain specialist but nothing worked. I was very nervous about having cervical spinal fusion , Made an appt to see Dr Naulbach and appreciated the way he explained the procedure to me. I am now seven weeks post op and the pain is gone. His team was there to answer my questions anytime I called
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
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Virginia sue burford in Tyler, TX – Dec 05, 2018
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Could not have asked for a better experience all the way around! Highly recommend!
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
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Oct 30, 2018
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Horrible staff, horrible communication between client, no urgency in their work. I’d been complaining of back complications for 8 weeks after surgery before I went and saw another doctor, who discovered I had an infection in my spine. Even after learning of the infection, the staff was less than helpful. I would not recommend my worst enemy to this facility.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Nick in Canton, TX – Aug 08, 2018
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He operated on my mothers brain tumor and she recovered well from the surgery. He did a great job.
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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Camilla Hancock in Marshall, TX – Jul 14, 2018
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I tell everyone that if you need a doctor to use or visit Dr. Nalbach. He never gave up on my wife when it looked like she only had 3-5 days left. My wife is doing great. I have worked 30 years as a firefighter and I can say he is one of the best doctors I have had the pleasure of meeting. The love and compassion for his patients for exceeded my expatiation.
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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Alan Burke in Buffalo , TX – Jun 14, 2018
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Dr. Nalbach has treated both of my parents. He performed surgery on my father, and he recommended shots for both of them. His whole staff is helpful and courteous. We would recommend him to others.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Marlon and Jean Register in Lufkin, Texas – Jan 31, 2018
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Excellent surgeon. GREAT bedside manor. Would definitely recommend!??
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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Paula Sue Norman in Mabank , TX – Mar 28, 2017
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He explained all the details in plain English and was able to relate to me not just as a physician, but as a friend.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Margaret Pop in Tyler, TX – Sep 01, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Stephen Nalbach, MD is a neurosurgeon in Tyler, TX and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Temple University in 2007. He is affiliated with UT Health Tyler. He is accepting new patients.
  • Neurosurgery

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  • Brigham & Women's Hospital Harvard Medical School

    Residency Hospital, 2014
  • Temple University

    Medical School, 2007
  • Temple University Lewis Katz School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2007
  • Binghamton Ny State Hospital

    Undergraduate School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Nalbach is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office700 Olympic Plaza Cir Ste 850 Tyler, TX 75701
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UT Health Tyler

      1000 S Beckham Ave
      Tyler, TX 75701
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

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