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Second Opinions

For those back and neck pain sufferers who have exhausted nonsurgical treatment options, spine surgery may be the next step in resolving a spine problem. Because spine surgery is a serious decision, it is a good idea to obtain a second opinion.

A second opinion from Georgia Neurological Surgery & Georgia Comprehensive Spine can provide you the following benefits: dr jaliu and dr bruner Georgia Neurological Surgery & Comprehensive Spine

  • Determine if you have considered all possible treatment options and if there are any other non-surgical options that can relieve symptoms without the need for surgery.

  • If spine surgery is necessary, what type of spine surgery should be performed. You may not need a complex fusion procedure that was initially recommended.

  • Are you a candidate for new artificial disc technology that may provide a better outcome?

  • Do you qualify for minimally invasive spine surgery and / or same day surgery, so that you can be home later that same afternoon, for a faster recovery and return to activity.

Complete the Second Opinion Form below to describe your case. After learning of your condition, the specialists at Georgia Neurological Surgery & Georgia Comprehensive Spine can advise you if a second opinion would be helpful and worth the expense.

Second Opinion Form

Fill out the information below to request a second opinion.

Your Name

First

Last

Contact Information

Phone

Email Address

Your Symptoms

Which of the following best describes your symptoms?

How long have you suffered from these symptoms?

Do you have pain radiating PAST your knee and elbow?

yes no

Does your leg or arm ever go numb?

yes no

Have you had back or neck surgery before?

yes no

Does your back or neck pain wake you up at night?

yes no

How many pills do you take each day for pain relief

Work Information

Which of the following describes you currently?

Did your back or neck injury happen at work?

yes no

If you are not working, how long have you been off work because of your back or neck injury?

Accident Information

Was your injury the result of a car accident or other trauma?

yes no

Attorney Information

Was an attorney involved in your case?

yes no

First Opinion

Did you receive a first opinion?

yes no

If so, what type of procedure has been recommended to you?

Describe the treatments you have received to date, including PT, injections, or surgeries:

Other Information

What else should we know about your case?

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Physician Bios
asdfCristian Jaliu, M.D.
Board Certified PM&R
Fellowship-Trained in Pain Mgmt.

adsfJohn V Cuff, M.D.
Board Certified Neurosurgeon


adsfKimberly P. Walpert, M.D.
Board Certified Neurosurgeon


asdfBryan B. Barnes, M.D.
Board Certified Neurosurgeon
Fellowship-Trained in Spine

adsfTed Jacobs, M.D.
Board Certified Neurosurgeon


asdfHarlan Bruner, M.D.
Fellowship-Trained in Spine
Neurological Conditions
In addition to spine surgery, the five neurosurgeons at Georgia Neurological Surgery are proficient in the diagnosis and treatment of most neurological disorders including brain tumor, aneurysm, stroke, spinal cord injury and carpal tunnel. In some cases, minimally invasive surgery techniques can be used that enable the patient to have surgery in the GNS Surgery Center and be home later the same day. Click here to learn more.

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Spine Conditions
You might be surprised to learn that, 80 percent of the time, back and neck pain is simply a result of strain or soft tissue injury. In many cases, your condition will improve with specialized exercises, rest and anti-inflammatory medicine. However, other times, you may need to see a doctor. Click here to learn more.

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Home Remedies
At Georgia Comprehensive Spine, we emphasize non-surgical treatment options in advance of spine surgery. We also produce a 36-page Home Remedy Book that has special stretches you can do that relieve pain symptoms. Click here to read more and request of copy of these home remedies for back and neck pain.

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What hurts?
When do you need to see a doctor? Click here to see what symptoms need to be seen within 48 hours to prevent the symptom from becoming permanent.

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GNS Surgery Center
There are tremendous advances taking place in medicine today, but in order to benefit from them, the healthcare consumer must take an active role. The best healthcare will not find you; you have to seek it out. Click here to learn more.