Our Physicians

Our staff is dedicated to providing the world’s most advanced spine care procedures. Through minimally invasive laser spine surgery and other treatments, the staff at the Deuk Spine Institute in Central Florida are dedicated to helping patients achieve freedom from pain.

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Our Physicians

Our staff is dedicated to providing the world's most advanced spine care procedures. Through minimally invasive laser spine surgery and other treatments, the staff at the Deuk Spine Institute in Central Florida are dedicated to helping patients achieve freedom from pain.
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Dr. Ara J. Deukmedjian, MD

Board Certified Neurosurgeon • CEO & Founder

Fellowship-trained minimally invasive spine specialist and endoscopic spine surgeon. Dr. Deukmedjian completed his neurological surgery residency and fellowship training at Shands Hospital at the University of Florida. He has performed over 2,100 Deuk Laser Disc Repair® procedures with 99% average pain relief.

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Dr. Bharat C. Patel, MD

Interventional Pain Management, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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Dr. Hans Berndes, MD

Anesthesiology

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Dr. Philip M DeMola, DO

Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Find Out If You're a Candidate

To find out if you are a good candidate for Cervical Deuk Plasma Rhizotomy, complete our Free MRI Review. Our team will evaluate your MRI and contact you with a personalized treatment recommendation.

Patients with facet joint pain, prior MBB or RFA, or those recommended for facet joint surgery are likely excellent candidates.

Permanent lower back pain relief is possible. Take the first step today.