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Dr. Anthony JG Alastra

Neurosurgeon

Dr. Anthony JG Alastra is a top Neurosurgeon in Staten Island, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Anthony JG Alastra is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Anthony JG Alastra is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Anthony JG Alastra is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Staten Island, New York, Dr. Anthony JG Alastra is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
Dr. Anthony JG Alastra
  • Staten Island, New York
  • Case Western Reserve University
  • Accepting new patients

Is surgery necessary for herniated disk?

No. Surgery is usually the last resort unless you have weakness or other severe neurological symptoms. Most disk herniations can be treated effectively with a combination of conservative READ MORE
No. Surgery is usually the last resort unless you have weakness or other severe neurological symptoms. Most disk herniations can be treated effectively with a combination of conservative treatments. This usually involves medicines, physical therapy/chiropractic treatment, and Pain Management for injection therapies. Your primary care doctor usually is all that is required to make the appropriate referrals, but if you are concerned or do not have a PMD, then seek consultation for a neurologist or a spine specialist (neuro or orthopedic surgeon) to get you started on the road towards recovery.