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Highly Experienced Spine Specialist OfferingComprehensive Care for a Wide Range of Spine Disorders

A Wide Range of Our Specialties

From robotic-assisted surgery to conservative care, every treatment is personalized to deliver optimal outcomes with faster recovery and less pain.

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About Payam Moazzaz, MD

Board Certified & Fellowship Trained Orthopedic Spine Surgeon

Dr. Payam Moazzaz is a spine surgeon who applies over a decade’s worth of accumulated experience as an orthopedic physician and surgeon to the diagnosis and treatment of a vast variety of complex spine disorders. Through non-invasive therapies, minimally invasive procedures, and select robotic orthopedic surgeries, Dr. Payam Moazzaz’s patients garner a welcome release from the pain that hinders their lives.

San Diego Top Doctor in Spinal Surgery (2022, 2023, 2024, & 2025)

This prestigious, peer-nominated award, published in San Diego Magazine in partnership with the San Diego County Medical Society, recognizes just 5% of physicians annually. Honorees are selected through rigorous credentialing and voting by fellow doctors, highlighting exceptional skill, compassionate care, and dedication to medical excellence.

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Areas of Expertise Delivering High Quality Care to Patients

Advanced Treatment Cervical Disc Replacement

Cervical disc replacement is a motion-preserving alternative to spinal fusion that replaces a damaged cervical disc with an artificial one. It helps relieve neck pain and nerve compression.

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Advanced Treatment Robotic Spine Surgery

Spinal fusion is the surgical technique of combining two or more vertebrae. A fusion of the vertebrae involves the insertion of secondary bone tissue obtained either from an autograft.

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Advanced Treatment iFuse Implant System

The iFuse Implant System is a minimally invasive surgical option for sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction. It involves inserting small titanium implants to stabilize the joint, reduce pain, and improve

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Patient Testimonials

Dr. Moazzaz is my hero! I have had severe back pain for years. I was told I had a bulging disc. I was roller skating and exercising, pushing...

~ D ~
The kindness and care I’ve received from Dr. Moazzaz and the staff has been wonderful. I am so fortunate to have them on my side.

~ T C ~
Dr. Moazzaz is the best surgeon around. He takes the time to listen carefully and is thorough and knowledgable. Norm was in severe pain and ...

~ N B ~
Dr. Moazzaz was so personable, professional, caring and reassuring. I was in a lot of pain and had been use to being very active and fit. I ...

~ R ~
Dr. Moazzaz saved my life! I was on disability after experiencing unbearable pain. I needed a multi level cervical fusion on my C3,4,5 and 6...

~ S M ~

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