Spine Surgeons in Texas

Care Philosophy: "In spine surgery, less is generally more. I tailor my approach to each patient's symptoms and goals, using the least invasive means to achieve the fastest and most reliable recovery possible.

Biography: Dr. Prasarn specializes in the surgical care of complex spinal disorders and orthopaedic trauma. He earned his medical degree from NYU School of Medicine and completed his orthopaedic residency at the University of Miami Jackson Memorial Hospital. Following his residency, Dr. Prasarn finished a Fellowship in Orthopaedic Trauma at the Hospital for Special Surgery. He then went on to complete the Louis A. Goldstein Spinal Surgery fellowship at the University of Rochester Medical Center. Additionally, he has been a visiting fellow at MD Anderson Cancer Institute. He has worked as a full professor and clinical surgeon here in Houston for the past 13 years.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Mohr and his staff considers it a privilege and a responsibility to offer the highest quality and comprehensive spinal care to all their patients and family members.

Care Philosophy: My mission is to improve a patient's quality of life. I have a conservative surgical practice that believes in using appropriate, nonsurgical options first. I specialize in treating all spinal disorders of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine.

Care Philosophy: I want all of my patients to know that I care. I will go above and beyond to make them feel at ease and get them on a treatment path which is right for them

Care Philosophy: "Get busy living! My goal is to deliver effective spinal care to patients in order for them to return to doing what it is that makes them happy then I am happy as well."

Care Philosophy: I dedicate my practice exclusively to the thorough evaluation and treatment of cervical, thoracic and lumbar pathology. When required, surgical treatments are tailored to meet patients needs.

Care Philosophy: As a former physical therapist, Dr. Wupperman tends toward a conservative approach for most spinal disorders. Treatments may include activity modification, various forms of therapy, medications, and injections. In rare urgent cases, or when conservative measures have failed, surgery at times becomes the best option, he said.

Biography: Dr. Hosun Hwang, MD is a Spine Surgeon who practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Hosun Hwang, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist West Hospital and Houston Methodist.

Care Philosophy: I strive to provide my patients with the best advice possible about their spine concerns. I evaluate each patient and their situation carefully, and make treatment recommendations based on their goals, preferences and what is medically in their best interest.

Care Philosophy: My goals are to treat you with respect, diagnose your problem and remove your fears about neck and back pain.

Biography: Dr. Bryan Williamson, MD is a Spine Surgeon who practices in Houston, TX. He is 64 years old and has been practicing for 38 years. Dr. Bryan Williamson, MD is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital.

Biography: Dr. Ryan Stuckey, MD is a Spine Surgeon who practices in Houston, TX. He is 47 years old. Dr. Ryan Stuckey, MD is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital.

Care Philosophy: "My goal is to partner with you in achieving your best possible outcome."

Biography: Dr. Ishaq Y. Syed grew up in Cleveland, Ohio. He is board-certified in orthopedic surgery and fellowship-trained in spine surgery. He received his undergraduate degree in Biomedical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University where he graduated as a member of Tau Beta Pi. He received his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University. He went on to complete his residency at Rush University Medical Center and his fellowship in spine surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Ishaq Y. Syed actively participates in teaching orthopedic residents as well as conducting spine research. He is highly skilled in both traditional and minimally invasive surgeries. He specializes in the treatment of spinal conditions including: Arthritis of the spine (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid) Degenerative disc disease Herniated discs Pinched nerves/Sciatica/Radiculopathy Spinal deformities (scoliosis, kyphosis) Traumatic injury to the spine Spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal) Spine tumors Outside of work, Doctor Ishaq Y Syed enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters. He also enjoys traveling, skiing, and recreational auto racing. Doctor Ishaq Syed has offices in Dallas and Frisco. He accepts new patients and most insurance plans.

Biography: Jeffrey J. Ratusznik, MD is a Board-Eligible Orthopaedic Surgeon, Fellowship-Trained in Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine. Dr. Ratusznik's mission is to provide his patients with the best possible outcomes through compassionate and comprehensive care. Through collaboration with an elite multi-disciplinary team of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialists, Physical Therapists, and the state-of-the-art Lonestar Osteoporosis Center, Dr. Ratusznik is dedicated to providing his patients with the highest-quality in conservative treatment strategies. Born and raised in Michigan, Dr. Ratusznik completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan. He went on to earn his medical degree from the Tulane University School of Medicine. While at Tulane, Dr. Ratusznik was named the Jack R. Aron Scholar four consecutive years for academic excellence, and was awarded the prestigious Joyce Reynolds Fellowship in Vascular Surgery. Following medical school, Dr. Ratusznik completed his Surgical Internship and Orthopaedic Residency at the University of Missouri. His passion for the preservation and restoration of spinal function led Dr. Ratusznik to pursue a fellowship in Orthopaedic Spine Surgery with the Foundation for Orthopaedic Athletic and Reconstructive Research, in the heart of the Texas Medical Center. There he developed expertise in the evaluation and treatment of the full spectrum of spinal disorders, ranging from cervical and lumbar disc degeneration to the treatment of adult and pediatric spinal deformity, fractures, and complex revision procedures.

Biography: Dr. Uche Davidson is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon at Texas Back Institute. Dr. Davidson graduated Summa cum laude from the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He then went on to complete medical school and orthopedic surgery residency at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. Following his residency Dr. Davidson completed his Orthopedic Spine Surgery Fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia.Dr. Davidson seeks to improve the future of spine care through integrating cutting edge spine technologies with patient specific treatment goals.

Biography: Dr. David Wimberley, MD is a Spine Surgeon who practices in Houston, TX. He is 56 years old and has been practicing for 28 years. Dr. David Wimberley, MD is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital.

Care Philosophy: Ensuring that he continues to deliver optimal spinal care to his patients with training and knowledge of the latest advancements in technology, research and surgical techniques.

Care Philosophy: "Don't let back or neck pain control your life any longer. There are now many new treatment options, including minimally invasive surgical techniques, that we can discuss. It's time to take your life back!"

Care Philosophy: I treat conditions of the adult spine. Through utilization of the most advanced techniques in minimally invasive surgery of the spine as well as spinal injections, I provide the most appropriate yet most conservative treatment plan in addressing the spinal conditions of my patients.

Care Philosophy: I strive to provide high quality, compassionate medical care of the spine I explore all treatment options with my patients, including conservative and surgical options

Biography: Dr. Derrick Sun, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist who practices in Sugar Land, TX. He has been practicing for 17 years. Dr. Derrick Sun, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital and Houston Methodist.

Biography: Houtan Taba, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who has office locations in the Texas Medical Center area of Houston and Pearland, Texas. At his private practice, Dr. Taba takes a conservative approach to care, exhausting all nonoperative options before proceeding with surgery. When surgery is needed, he offers many minimally invasive procedures unique to him.After earning his Bachelor of Science in chemistry at the University of Florida in Gainesville, graduating with honors, Dr. Taba remained at his alma mater to complete his Doctor of Medicine, as well as his orthopedic surgical residency program. Dr. Taba then went on to complete his fellowship training in orthopedic spine surgery at the University of Wisconsin in Madison.Throughout his education and training, Dr. Taba received multiple awards and recognitions for his accomplishments, including the Academic Excellence Award, Outstanding Resident Educator, and membership into The Phi Beta Kappa Society and Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He served as chief resident during his orthopedic surgical residency program at the University of Florida, and treated NCAA Division I athletes at both University of Florida and University of Wisconsin in Madison.

Biography: Dr. Devesh Ramnath is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who is fellowship-trained in orthopedic surgery of the spine and neck. His scope of practice includes minimally invasive procedures, discectomy, disc replacement, traditional fusions, and scoliosis. Before coming to Dallas, he was practicing at Resurgens Orthopaedics in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Ramnath received his medical degree from North Eastern Ohio University, College of Medicine. He went on to do his orthopedic surgery residency at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan, and his fellowship in spine surgery at the Texas Back Institute in Plano. He specializes in the treatment of spinal conditions including:Arthritis of the spine (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid)Degenerative disc diseaseHerniated discsPinched nerves/Sciatica/RadiculopathySpinal deformities (scoliosis, kyphosis)Traumatic injury to the spineSpinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal)Spine tumors Outside of work, Dr. Ramnath enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. He also enjoys traveling, fishing, skiing, and trying any and all Tex Mex restaurants around Dallas! Dr. Ramnath has offices in Dallas and Plano. He accepts new patients and most health insurance plans.

Care Philosophy: I treat every patient as though they were a member of my family. My goal is to return patients to the lifestyle they enjoyed before their pain began. I hold surgery as a last resort, and will do everything possible to achieve a great result for you.

Biography: Dr. Jeffrey Kozak, MD is a Spine Surgeon who practices in Houston, TX. He is 69 years old and has been practicing for 43 years. Dr. Jeffrey Kozak, MD is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital.

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