MB ChB 2007 Auckland; FRACS (Orth) 2014

Phillip is an experienced spine surgeon with expertise in diagnosing and managing a wide range of cervical, thoracic, and lumbar conditions. He sees patients from all over New Zealand and offers sensible surgical and non-surgical treatment options.

Phillip is committed to providing discerning patient-centred care and believes in empowering patients to recover function and manage pain. Patient education and clear communication are the cornerstones of his clinical practice.

Areas of Expertise:

• Surgery for spondylolisthesis, disc herniation, spinal stenosis and spinal deformity (including scoliosis and kyphosis).
• Minimally invasive treatment for vertebral compression fractures and degenerative disc disease.
• Non-surgical management of common spinal conditions (including injection treatment).
• Complex cases, impartial second opinions and revision surgery.
• Comprehensive and knowledgeable patient-centred care.

He has a special interest in minimally invasive procedures for : 

• disc herniations,
• vertebral compression fractures
• and degenerative disc disease. 

He is also experienced in performing complex open surgery for:

• spinal deformities,
• spinal stenosis
• and spondylolisthesis.

Spine Surgery

20 November 2007

Orthopaedic Surgery