What To Look For When Choosing a Top NYC Laser Back Surgeon

If you're considering laser spine surgery, choosing a good doctor for the job is almost as important as deciding whether or not to have the surgery. A great laser back surgeon can put you at ease and give you the best chances of a positive experience. Below, we'll explore some of the most important things to look for when choosing a laser back surgeon.

Experience 

Patients can be well-served by choosing a physician with more experience. Doctors gain both skill and judgment over the years. In addition to looking at the physician's overall level of experience, it's a good idea to look at how experienced they are in treating your particular condition, and how much experience with laser back surgery they have.

Positive Reviews

Reading reviews from past patients is an excellent way to find out about what others have experienced when working with a particular physician. The best way to use reviews is to look at the overall trends you see in the reviews, rather than specific, isolated statements. In addition, keep an eye out for what reviewers say about the features that are most important to you, such as communication and the final outcome of the surgery.

Multidisciplinary Approach

There is no one-size-fits all approach to the treatment of back pain. Each patient's condition is different, and patients respond to treatment in an individualized way. Your doctor should recognize this fact, and work to address it by taking a multidisciplinary approach to treatment.

Background in Pain Management

Pain is a multifaceted issue, and it often requires more than simply addressing the underlying problem. In addition, advancements in pain management are continually being made pain researchers. Doctors with a background in pain management are best equipped to address the complexities brought abut by chronic pain. 

Dr. Sukdeb Datta is an experienced laser back surgeon with a multidisciplinary approach and a background in pain management. His past patients report satisfaction with the care they received. To schedule your consultation with NYC's top laser back surgeon, please click below and enter your information or call the Datta Endoscopic Back Surgery & Pain Center at (212) 430-0312.