Radiculopathy near La Grange, TX

Biography: Dr. Amir Faraji, PHD is a Neurosurgery Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Amir Faraji, PHD is affiliated with Houston Methodist and Houston Methodist Hospital.

Biography: Dr. Leahy believes in taking a conservative approach to treating the spine. In my practice, surgical treatment of spinal disorders is always a last resort. It is only after exhaustive conservative efforts have been made that surgery is appropriate. I feel that this is the safest approach to treating the spine and allows for the best surgical outcomes.Dr. Leahy is a strong proponent of minimally invasive surgical techniques, including nonfusion procedures such as artificial disc replacement and adult stem cell therapy. He is proficient in all of the most current surgical techniques in the treatment of spinal disorders. He incorporates these treatment alternatives into his practice whenever possible. Every patient is different and will require an individualized treatment plan, Dr. Leahy says. I want my patients to know that I will take a very thorough approach to treat their spinal issues.Treatment Focus: Surgical and nonsurgical treatment of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine.Dr. Leahy received his Undergraduate from Southern Methodist University, his Fellowship with Texas Back Institute and achieved his Residency with Scott & White Hospital, Texas A&M Health Sciences Center in Orthopaedic Surgery.

Biography: Dr. Todd Trask, MD is a Spine Surgeon who practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Todd Trask, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital and Houston Methodist.

Care Philosophy: Quality compassionate care to those suffering from acute or chronic pain

Care Philosophy: We offer compassionate, patient oriented neurosurgical care. Dr. Stovall educates the patient about their condition, offers treatment options and allows the patient to choose the treatment course they are comfortable with. Dr. Stovall always puts the patient first. The patients are able to make informed decisions and LOVE his bedside manner.

Biography: Bradley Weiner, MD, is an orthopedic spine surgeon practicing in Houston, Texas with the Center for Advanced Spine and Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Weiner did his undergraduate education at Allegheny College with a degree in Analytic Philosophy. He subsequently attended medical school and completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at Summa Health Systems in Akron, Ohio. He then completed a fellowship in Spine Surgery at the Royal Adelaide Hospital in Adelaide, Australia. Since then, he has been engaged in the practice of spine surgery and multiple academic roles to include Chief of the Division of Spine Surgery at Penn State University followed over the past 17 years by roles at Houston Methodist Hospital to include: Professor (Weill Cornell, Texas A+M, Institute of Academic Medicine), Chief of Spine Surgery, Vice Chairman (Academics) of Orthopaedic Surgery, and Founding Residency Program Director of Orthopaedic Surgery. His research interests include basic science, clinical science, and evidence-based medicine. He has been the Principal Investigator or Medical Director on major basic science research programs aimed at orthopaedic tissue engineering and alternative diagnostics undertaken in the laboratory under his direction with extensive grant support via DARPA and the Department of Defense to develop novel treatments for severely injured soldiers. His clinical research is aimed at determining outcomes of surgical interventions for spinal disease, especially microsurgery. He has published over 200 papers and book chapters on these subjects; has won multiple research and teaching awards; and has served society and editorial roles nationally and internationally. His clinical practice is dedicated to the treatment of the broad spectrum of spinal disorders involving the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. He is a leader in minimally invasive spinal microsurgery. In 2023, Dr. Weiner joined HCA Houston Healthcare, serves as Medical Director of Spine Surgery, and founded the Center for Advanced Spine and Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Weiner welcomes new patients and referrals. The practice offers telehealth visits when appropriate.