Ashish Patel, MD

Spine Surgery, The Spine Center

4.9
205 Ratings
Practices In: Naperville, Westmont
Patients Seen: All Ages

My train­ing at the Hos­pi­tal for Spe­cial Surgery in New York, a lead­ing orthopaedic hos­pi­tal, cre­at­ed a strong desire to edu­cate my patients regard­ing their neck and back con­di­tion, as I believe a well-informed patient can bet­ter par­tic­i­pate dur­ing a joint deci­sion-mak­ing process. I am focused on max­i­miz­ing the over­all patient expe­ri­ence and stream­lin­ing high-qual­i­ty spine care for my patients.

Care Team

Need an appointment sooner? While your primary care provider or specialist are the anchor of your care team, their advanced practice providers and physician partners are available to provide care when you need it.

Care Team

Need an appointment sooner? While your primary care provider or specialist are the anchor of your care team, their advanced practice providers and physician partners are available to provide care when you need it.

Board Certifications
Orthopaedic Surgery
Languages
English, Gujarati, German
Awards & Accolades
Hospital for Special Surgery Chief Fellow 2016
SUNY Downstate Orthopaedic Resident of the Year 2015
Clinical Interests

Cer­vi­cal radicu­lopa­thy, cer­vi­cal myelopa­thy, cer­vi­cal defor­mi­ty, ado­les­cent idio­path­ic sco­l­io­sis, ear­ly onset sco­l­io­sis, con­gen­i­tal sco­l­io­sis, flat back syn­drome, adult degen­er­a­tive sco­l­io­sis, adult idio­path­ic sco­l­io­sis, pedi­atric sco­l­io­sis, pedi­atric spine surgery, Scheuermann’s kypho­sis, spondy­lolis­the­sis, radicu­lopa­thy, sagit­tal imbal­ance, anky­los­ing spondyli­tis, spine tumors and spine trauma

Personal Interests

I enjoy trav­el­ling, explor­ing new cul­tures and cuisines. I also have a pas­sion for cook­ing and there­fore eat­ing! I enjoy chal­leng­ing myself phys­i­cal­ly, whether its train­ing for a marathon, prep­ping for a moun­tain climb or hit­ting the slopes. I love my job, fam­i­ly and hob­bies immense­ly and con­stant­ly seek a healthy work life balance.

Memberships
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons North American Spine Society Scoliosis Research Society AO Spine
Edward Hospital
801 S. Washington St. Naperville, Illinois 60540 630-527-3000 Get Directions
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
155 E. Brush Hill Road Elmhurst, Illinois 60126 331-221-1000 Get Directions
School
Ross University School of Medicine Graduation Date: 2007 Degree: MD
Residency
State University of New York - Downstate Orthopaedic Residency
Fellowships
Hospital for Special Surgery Spine Surgery
Provider’s Research
Anatomical Modifications during the Lateral Transpsoas Approach to the Lumbar Spine: The Impact of Vertebral Rotation, 2018. Moving Beyond Radiographs: Changes in Gait Patterns after AIS Realignment, 2016. Gait Stability Improvement after Fusion Surgery for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis is Influenced by Corrective Measures in Coronal and Sagittal Planes, 2014. Adult Spinal Deformity-Postoperative Standing Imbalance: How Much Can You Tolerate? An Overview of Key Parameters in Assessing Alignment and Planning Corrective Surgery, 2010. Pelvic Tilt and Truncal Inclination: Two Key Radiographic Parameters in the Setting of Adults with Spinal Deformity, 2009. 'Anterior Structural Support in Adult Spinal Deformity', in Klineberg ed. Adult Spinal Deformity. 'Animal Models for Spinal Deformity and Their Role in the Development of Surgical Non-Fusion AIS Techniques', in Sharan A., Vaccaro A., Tang S. ed. Basic Science of Spinal Diseases. 'De Novo Scoliosis', in Keith Bridwell, ed. The Textbook of Operative Spine Surgery. 'The Importance of the Sagittal Plane: Spino-Pelvic Considerations', in Newton P., O’Brien M., Betz R., Shufflebarger H., ed. Idiopathic Scoliosis: The Harms Study Group Guide to Evaluation and Treatment. 'Classification of Adult Spinal Deformity', in I. Horvorka, J.P. Farcy, ed. Spine Concepts.

Procedures

Anterior Cervical Corpectomy, Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion, Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF), Cervical Disc Replacement, Cervical Laminaplasty (or Laminoplasty), Cervical Posterior Foraminotomy, Conservative Spine Care, Endoscopic Spine Surgery, Laminectomy (Cervical) with Fusion, Laminectomy (Cervical, Lumbar and Thoracic), Lateral Interbody Fusion, Lateral Interbody Fusion Microdiscectomy (XLIF), Lumbar Corpectomy, Lumbar Disc Microsurgery, Lumbar Disc Replacement, Microdiscectomy, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Minimally Invasive TLIF, Non-Operative Spine Care, Pediatric Spine Surgery, Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF), Revision Spine Surgery, Robotic Spine Surgery, Spinal Fusion (Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar), Spinal Navigation, Spinal Reconstruction, Thoracic Epidural Injection

Conditions

Adult Spinal Deformity, Anatomy of the Spine, Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Radiculopathy, Degenerative Disc Disease, Failed Back Surgery Syndrome, Flatback Syndrome, Foot Drop, Herniated Discs, Idiopathic Scoliosis, Low Back Pain, Lumbar Radiculopathy (Sciatica), Myelopathy, Neck Pain, Nerve Pain, Sciatica, Scoliosis, Slipped Disc, Spinal Infection, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis

Ratings


Ratings Category

The Patient Satisfaction Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.

Patient Satisfaction Rating

4.9

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.9
201 Ratings

Provider discussed treatment options

4.8
202 Ratings

Provider explained things clearly

4.9
205 Ratings

Provider included you in decisions

4.9
187 Ratings

Provider showed concern

4.9
204 Ratings

Comments


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"My second appointment with him in three years, great doctor."
5
May. 15, 2024
"Dr. Patel always explains things so I understand. I believe he really cares about his patients. He talks about all the ways to fix the problem."
5
Apr. 25, 2024
"The doctor informed me every procedure to be done. Showed me on the computer what was to be done - the pros & cons of the surgery."
5
Apr. 17, 2024
"Highly recommend Dr Ashish Patel. I had two separate issues about 10 weeks apart. Both times he was patient and caring, clearly explained what and why he was doing each procedure. I'm very comfortable with him and highly recommend Dr Patel"
5
Apr. 10, 2024
"Speaking to Dr. Patel made me feel even more at ease. He really took time to explain what the procedure we talked about would entail and answered any questions, or doubts I might have had. He is awesome."
5
Jun. 18, 2024
"He listened and informed me of my progress. He was very supportive."
5
Jun. 18, 2024
"I've had three surgeries with Dr Patel. He explained the procedure in details that I could understand. There was no pressure to go forward with the surgery. It was my decision totally."
5
Jun. 18, 2024
"Dr. Patel is very good at explaining what needs to be done. When I'm ready I'll be contacting him to resolve my problem."
5
Jun. 18, 2024
"Dr. Patel was very kind, considerate and patient with all my questions. Highly recommend him and his staff"
5
May. 29, 2024
"Dr Patel listened well and clearly explained all conditions and alternatives. His positive attitude made us feel very comfortable."
5
Jul. 30, 2024
"My care provider explained regarding my problem very well. I will recommend him for my friends."
5
Jul. 25, 2024
"My experiences "in clinic" have always been positive. "
5
Jul. 24, 2024
"Dr. Patel explained everything in simple, understandable terms."
5
Jul. 23, 2024
"Excellent experience"
5
Jul. 17, 2024
"Dr. Patel was excellent at explaining what procedures I needed and how they would be handled."
5
Jul. 16, 2024
"Dr. Ashish carefully informed me of the surgery and answered all questions. He explained the X rays to my husband and was very confident about what I needed for pain!"
5
Jul. 10, 2024
"Dr Patel was excellent in discussing my back problem. We discussed protocol and scheduling MRI and post appointment."
5
Sep. 29, 2024
"Dr. Patel is a wonderful; knowledgeable and caring physician. I have already sent 2 people to him since my surgery 1 year ago."
5
Sep. 10, 2024
"Awesome!"
5
Sep. 1, 2024
"The doctor listened to me and explained everything."
5
Aug. 21, 2024
"Dr. Patel was excellent. This was a post op appointment and the surgery was extremely successful. Dr Patel was friendly, caring, professional. He is highly skilled and I will be recommending him to all!! Thanks to him and his team, I am healing quickly and feeling so much better!"
5
Aug. 20, 2024
"Dr Patel was excellent in answering all our questions and providing explanations of MRI and treatment options."
4.8
Oct. 11, 2024
"The doctor took the time to explain everything in detail."
5
Oct. 11, 2024
"He was very patient, listened to all my questions, explained every aspect of the condition, and I left feeling like I understood what my options were and was encouraged to contact him anytime I was ready to take the next steps."
5
Nov. 30, 2024
"Great experience. We were on the fence about getting my care with Dr. Patel. After our consultation, we are positive he will be my surgeon."
5
Nov. 23, 2024
"This Dr. is very professional yet considerate and kind"
4.2
Nov. 14, 2024
"Ashish Patel was excellent. He communicated effectively and took the time to understand my health-related goals."
5
Nov. 13, 2024
"Dr Patel was amazing"
5
Nov. 9, 2024
"He didn't take enough time to let me explain my orthopedic problems"
2
Nov. 7, 2024
"The Dr explained my condition and we weighed my treatment options together."
5
Nov. 4, 2024
"Dr. Ashish Patel and his team are the very best!"
5
Nov. 3, 2024
"I am so impressed with the immediacy in which Dr Patel identified the problem (having been seen by others)"
5
Nov. 2, 2024
"Visit was good all around."
5
Jan. 28, 2025
"Dr Patel is the best!! I am overjoyed at his care and concern and his skills! He took all my pain away!!!"
5
Jan. 21, 2025
"Excellent surgeon, I would recommend him"
4.8
Dec. 21, 2024
"Everything went great"
5
Dec. 21, 2024
"Dr Patel was very good at explaining my issue and the course of action going forward. Answered all questions and was very good at explaining proceedure. Would recommend him to anyone."
5
Dec. 21, 2024
"Awsum"
5
Dec. 19, 2024
"Dr Patel is wonderful! Listens deeply with compassion and explains everything in clear easy to understand explanations. He's kind and honest when being present. I was so fortunate to have him as my doctor and highly recommend him,"
5
Dec. 18, 2024
"Very good visit. Dr. Patel took the time to do a further diagnosis of my pain issue and found the cause. His recommended solution of surgery was quite welcome as I now have a date that afterward I can look forward to having the pain of the last 2+ months stop. His nurse Melika was also very informative. Looking forward to a great solution to my pain."
5
Dec. 18, 2024
"I was nervous before the appt but my anxiety was dispelled upon meeting the Dr. He was very easy to talk to and listened to my concerns. I would recommend him to everyone."
5
Dec. 18, 2024
"Dr.Patel is excellent. I world never trust another dr like I do him. Compassionate, funny, easy to talk to , listened to everything. Excellent!!"
5
Dec. 14, 2024
"Dr Patel was a very caring, professional & patient doctor. He made me feel comfortable with talking about my condition & we discussed what the next step would need to be. I definitely would recommend seeing Dr Patel with any spine issues. Thank you Dr Patel for being an awesome doctor & so caring."
5
Dec. 8, 2024
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