Radiculopathy near Mount Airy, NC

Biography: Being a neurosurgeon was my ambition as far back as elementary school. I've always found the nervous system absolutely fascinating. I still feel that way. \n Throughout medical school, I explored other specialties but never found anything as enthralling as neurosurgery. I feel very privileged to care for patients with brain or spinal cord tumors and other neurosurgical diseases. \n Medicine is personal to me. I approach patients the same way I would approach caring for a member of my own family. My focus is always on improving quality of life while limiting interventions and medications whenever possible. I strive to educate patients about their own medical conditions and empower them to be shared decision makers in their care. \n I'm a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, American Association of Neurological Surgeons and North American Skull Base Society. I have published over 40 peer-reviewed research articles on complex topics such as Chiari malformation, hydrocephalus, subdural hematoma, quality measures in neurosurgery and more. \n My family is originally from North Carolina. I grew up living all over the East Coast, but I am very happy to be back home in Winston-Salem. I have two rescue pups and enjoy volunteering with animal rescue organizations. I stay active by running, hiking, swimming and biking. I also enjoy reading, gardening and needlepoint.

Care Philosophy: As an orthopedic surgeon, I have a passion for returning patients back to their activities. I use a variety of techniques to restore patients back to function, including shoulder, knee and hip replacements. Life is a sport; Let's get you back in the game.

Biography: Dr. Manuel Marrufo, MD is a Neurology Specialist who practices in Blacksburg, VA. He is 51 years old. Dr. Manuel Marrufo, MD is affiliated with Lewisgale Hospital Montgomery.

Biography: Dr. Christopher Brumfield, MD is a Sports Medicine Specialist who practices in Kernersville, NC. He is 57 years old and has been practicing for 31 years. Dr. Christopher Brumfield, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Kernersville Outpatient Surgery.

Biography: Dr. Thomas Spangler, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Winston Salem, NC. He is 67 years old and has been practicing for 41 years. Dr. Thomas Spangler, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Clemmons Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Brett Whitfield is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and joint replacements. He chose orthopedics since the treatments in orthopedics allow him to keep patients participating in the physical activities and sports activities they want to do no matter their age. Keep Patients Moving! in his free time, he enjoys cycling, hiking, weight training, snowboarding, and travel.

Biography: Dr. Slade Moore, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Kernersville, NC. He is 54 years old and has been practicing for 27 years. Dr. Slade Moore, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center.

Biography: Athletics were an important part of my life as a child. Along with those activities came more than a few injuries which led to several orthopedic surgeries. Those procedures gave me a firsthand look at how important good orthopedic care can be. My goal is to help every patient experience improvement in their pain and get them back to activities that make them happy, which is what my orthopedic providers did for me. \n From the young to the elderly, from weekend warriors to high-level athletes, I appreciate the range of patients orthopedics allows me to see. I want each patient to know I will see and hear them so I can develop a treatment plan that is specific to them and their needs; then, I will answer any questions so, together, we can make the best decision for their health. \n My husband and I have two children, who keep us very busy! They are both active in sports, especially high-level soccer. We also enjoy hiking, camping and biking around Salem Lake as a family, and we can often be found together supporting the Wake Forest soccer team. My large family lives in our area, and we spend lots of time with relatives. When I get time to myself, I enjoy daily walks outside as well as reading or listening to books.

Biography: Dr. Charles Craven Jr, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in King, NC. He is 53 years old and has been practicing for 27 years. Dr. Charles Craven Jr, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Clemmons Outpatient Surgery.