Dr. Joseph Shehadi, MD

Dr Shahadi has always gave me the exact information I needed. He has been open and honest to me about all the issues I will and now have. He explains things to you where you can understand and he doesn’t hurry you up in

He is kind enough but does not listen well, nor does he pick up on body language. He never has computer in front of him so he has no idea what medications you are currently taking. This means time is wasted because he suggest putting you on things you are already on. He is afraid to write for a muscle relaxer that every surgeon or pain mgt or primary care Dr have no trouble writing for. He also could order MRI of multiple regions at once to save time and pain. Again because he doesn't retain what he heard you end up having to go to imaging more than once. Also, his nurses are very sweet but always send orders to the wrong places. They don't read what is written on order. Having had an excellent spinal surgeon in the past, who could listen and answer questions, maybe I just had too high of hopes, because I left feeling like I wasted my time on multiple occasions with Dr. shehadi.

Dr Shehadi performed a coccxygectomy on me after my failure to find anyone qualified to do so. He is one of the few neurosurgeons near my area in Ohio qualified to perform this surgery that I could find. Once he obtained the appropriate imaging that confirmed my need for surgery he was quick to get it done and he and his staff have been courteous and helpful through this. I Highly recommend him!!!

I found it hard to believe that anybody would have anything negative to say about Dr Shehadi. He's done three surgeries for me including carpal tunnel and spinal fusion with a discectomy. I put off the surgery out of fear, he was very professional, courteous and personable. He seeks out treatments first instead of going straight to the knife. I haven't felt this good in 30 years! I owe it all to Dr. Shehadi. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Just a total mess. Initial appointment, 7/19/21, 30+ mils to Grant Med. Center, for what, at the time, was acute back pain. Dr. Shehadi indicated he really could not do anything until he sees an MRI, so he prescribes PT and an MRI. I start PT ASAP and get an MRI on the 30th. An additional appt was set for 8/20, that gets pushed out a MONTH to 9/24. I show up and he asks me for the disc with the MRI. Um, and I supposed to be prescient? He then takes off his mask and goes into a rant about having to wear masks, "you could die from anything" he says - so terrible care from a purported health care professional without a lick of sense! And, this guy does SURGERY?? Not for me, look out Marrietta and Athens, this is not a neurologist you want -- STEER CLEAR, find a neurologist with a brain! Oh, and he was upset that I used foul language after receiving horrendous health care and him not having the MRI and blaming me. "My office usually calls you" is not good health care.

Excellent! 13 years ago he did a cervical fusion with no issues. I was so very happy to learn that he was still in practice when I needed a second cervical fusion. I just finished my 1st post op exam from my second cervical fusion and again no issues. He and his staff were wonderful. He has my vote for anyone needing a respectable neurosurgeon.

After waking up twice not being able to get out of bed because my left side was dead I started to find out why. Thanks to Dr. Shehadi he found pinched nerves in my cervical. After surgery, I immediately noticed when I woke up the pain in my shoulder was gone and I could move everything on my left side. Returning home after surgery I had no pain, I quit dropping things I picked up. Wearing the cervical brace for 6 weeks was easy and the bone stimulator is very easy to wear. Don't wait get it done now.

I have some spinal stenosis and some spinal problems caused by an injury which occurred in 2018. Dr Shehadi was the first among a number of Drs. I had seen to actually figure out what was wrong with me and suggest a very clear, concise method for fixing it. He explained the surgery to me in advance in language I could easily understand. He called me right over to the X-ray viewer, showed me what the problem was and explained how he intended to fix it. And then, he did exactly what he said he was going to do and solved my problem. Excellent experience for me from start to finish. Dr. Shehadi is a true professional and his staff, including Dr Anna Stroud and all the others I dealt with (Amy, Allah etc.) were wonderful people.

Dr Shehadi told me he would get rid of my pain and he sure did...I have spinal stenosis had two rods on right side with three screws and two on left with two screws..The pain was gone immediately. I'm back to being me after being down all summer. He is the best...Thank you Dr and Anna.....

Dr Shahadi offers stem cells too. He helped my father who had very bad knees. He is now doing great! Thank you dr Shahadi

Dr Shehadi and his staff are wonderful. Can’t say enough with how pleased I am with Dr Shehadi’s skill. I had severe spinal stenosis. And in a lot of pain After completing two surgeries I feel so much better. Would highly recommend Dr Shehadi.

I have been dealing with pain and mobility issues for the last 27 yrs due to a lower back injury. Last 12 yrs I have been doing physical therapy routines to somewhat help with these issues. By late 2019 the routines no longer helped and surgery was necessary. Starting then the pain ranged from 5 to 9 most of the time in random locations between my lower back and my calves. Had occasional numbness in my legs and feet. Proper upright position when sitting and standing could not be done without causing pain. When laying down I was limited in my body positions that caused the least amount of pain and those positions varied each time. Walking caused discomfort from the start and quickly led to pain usually between 50-100 feet. Going up and down steps was painful. Dr. Shehadi did surgery on my lower back in mid June. It is now 1.5 months later. The pain is gone. Mobility has came back. I am capable of proper posture again. I can walk and do steps without pain. I would recommend Dr. Shehadi.

Dr. Shehadi is fantastic! I had lower back pain, sciatica in my right leg and weakness in my left leg. He performed a T-11 through L-3 laminectomy and removed a 10cm lipoma from inside my spine. These are rare and usually only found in infants, not older adults. The surgery was two months ago and I would say I am 85% better. No more sciatic or lower back pain. Thank you!

Dr. Shehadi is the best. Removed a growth from between two discs and fused the 2 together. Pain immediately relieved following surgery, recovery superb--- remarkable. Felt near normal after 2 weeks, and at 4 weeks completely normal. Thanks Dr. Shehadi!!!!

The survey dr. Shehadi performed changed my life. I went from 10 out of 10 all the time pain. Numbness and weakness and an inability to do anything I liked to do. Now i am pain free, and completely off my pain medication. I am able to work run throw a ball with my son, and sleep without interruption.

DR. Shahady and his team recently replaced an implant in my back to control pain from previous major back surgeries. The pain was increasing and could not be controlled by injections. His team implanted a new device which was much improved over the previous model. It has greatly improved my personal situation. My profound thanks to Dr Shahady and all the members of his team for their professionalism and their compassionate approach to me and my situation. I highly recommend this practice to anyone with a similar affliction as mine. I’m willing to to speak with anyone who wishes to share my experience anytime. My sincere thanks to the entire team. Dan Fisher

Dr. Shehadi has operated on me three times. Each surgery was very successful. One on my neck and both hands for carpal tunnel. Hardly any pain, extremely talented at what he does. As soon as the anesthesia wore off I could move my fingers normally again. My friends and family were amazed!! The best thing about him is he explains things well, tells his opinion, and lets you decide what to do. He has an excellent support staff. His surgery scheduler works very hard to make sure everything goes well. I absolutely love his bedside manner, very friendly, east to talk to. I'm having sciatica problems he is definitely the one I'm seeing. I would definitely recommend this doctor, love him!!

My name is Yvette and my sister introduced me to Dr. Shehadi after I had seen the results of her surgery. I was very skeptical because I had thoracic back surgery in 1991 and the experience was not good. I had swore no more surgeries. Now at 65 the lower lumbar which I had been told years ago needed to be fixed had to be done. I met with Dr Shehadi and he reassured me he could fix my lower with a two part surgery. I took the leap of faith and felt very confident knowing Dr. Shehadi was an honest and spiritual doctor. The stay was only 3 days and returned at 5 weeks after standing straight up and taking steps which I had not done in years. I had been bent over not able to drive far and not able to walk long distances. I cannot speak on the kindness of the staff at his office enough. Looking forward to second part of surgery to stabilize everything. Something I never thought I would say. Dr. Shehadi truly has been touched by God to be a healer among men. I cannot thank them enough.

Excellent doctor! Highly recommend him if you need neurosurgery! I am a RN and have over 39 years of Nursing experience. I know a good physician when I meet one. He has very many patients who are doctors and nurses, and he came highly recommended. I shopped around and chose wisely, as I needed neck surgery. He is friendly, fair and honest. He is highly skilled and very qualified as well. I had my surgery in July and 3.5 months later and I am 95% pain free! I work at Mount Carmel, and was able to have my surgery at St.Ann’s. He practices primarily at Ohio Health (Grant and Riverside Surgery Centers) but also operates at St.Ann’s. I was in terrible pain prior to my surgery and could not function. My arms were in pain, as well as my neck and shoulders. Now, I just have a very small amount of residual stiffness in my neck with very minimal pain! Your Health is SO IMPORTANT! Take good care of yourself, and trust ONLY physicians who will take good care of you too.

When I received an MRI which revealed a herniated disc in the lower back, I looked for a well recommended neurosurgeon. We chose to drive to Columbus, OH even though we lived in greater Dayton. Dr. Shehadi and his complete office staff were very professional and understanding. I had complete healing with only short term post-surgery pain. Now, one year later, I have the strength and mobility very much restored.