Specialist experience.
Personal attention.
Meet the spine surgeons whose professional backgrounds inform a careful, evidence-based approach to spinal conditions.
Joseph Laratta, MD
Spine surgeon
Dr. Joseph Laratta is a Columbia University-trained surgeon with fellowship training in orthopaedic and neurosurgical spine surgery. His published practice biography emphasizes patient education, discussion of treatment choices, and collaboration between physician and patient.
His clinical approach includes explaining a diagnosis and considering both surgical and non-operative options in the context of the individual patient's needs.
Training and professional background
- Columbia University surgical training
- Fellowship training in orthopaedic and neurosurgical spine surgery
- Clinical care addressing conditions of the neck, back, and associated nerves
Jamal Shillingford, MD
Spine surgeon
Dr. Jamal Shillingford's training includes medical school and orthopaedic surgery residency at Columbia University, followed by a spine surgery fellowship at Norton Leatherman Spine Center in Louisville.
His professional background includes degenerative spinal conditions, deformity, trauma, and minimally invasive techniques using robotic guidance and navigation. He emphasizes helping patients understand their diagnosis and available treatment options.
Education and training
- Johns Hopkins University undergraduate studies
- Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons medical degree
- Orthopaedic surgery residency, Columbia University / NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
- Orthopaedic and neurosurgical spine fellowship, Norton Leatherman Spine Center
Careful evaluation.
Thoughtful analysis.
Clear opinions.
Spinal injuries can involve complex medical questions. A thorough evaluation brings together the history of the injury, clinical findings, imaging, and treatment to date.
Understanding that evidence helps put the diagnosis, treatment options, and functional limitations into perspective.
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