Neurosurgery Division

EXPERTS IN SPINE CARE

At Shore Physicians Group, we are well equipped to manage the various back pain disorders our patients have dealt with for a long time. We take an unparalleled approach to care for adults with spine disorders.

Our team provides the highest level of care for rare and complex neurological conditions using advanced surgical and cutting-edge technologies. We are dedicated to achieving the best outcomes through minimally invasive spine surgeries, with smaller incisions, shorter operative times with faster recoveries. If you or a loved one requires neurosurgery, you can trust the experts at Shore Physicians Group to provide innovative procedures with compassionate care.

Why Choose Us?

Expertise: Neurosurgeons at Shore Physicians Group are fellowship-trained spine specialists with a dedicated focus on maximizing potential success outcomes. With extensive training and experience in spine surgery, our doctor ensures the highest standard of care. By prioritizing patient well-being and recovery, our neurosurgeon strives to deliver optimal results for each individual case.

Advanced Care: Shore Physicians Group offers specialized neurosurgical services through its network, including the Shore Medical Center Hospital located in Somers Point, New Jersey. The Shore Medical Center Advanced Spine and Orthopedics Institute program is dedicated to helping patients restore normal functions as quickly and safely as possible.

PHYSICIANS IN PRACTICE

Francis Kralick, D.O., F.A.C.O.S.

Neurosurgeon Dr. Kralick is a member of the Penn Specialty Network. He is an expert in performing complex, minimally invasive brain and spine surgery with endoscopic and microsurgery techniques.

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Michael Spadola, MD

Michael Spadola, MD, is a Penn neurosurgeon with expertise in complex and minimally invasive spine surgery, adult scoliosis, and spinal deformity.

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SURGICAL OPTIONS

Anterior Cervical Discectomy with Fusion (ACDF) to remove a damaged disc in the neck
Cervical Disc Replacement to replace a damaged disc
Complex Revision Spine Surgery to correct problems associated with previous surgery
Laminectomy surgery removes all or part of the vertebrae bone to ease pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots
Neurostimulator placement and revision implants an electronic device beside the spinal cord to treat chronic pain in the trunk and limbs
Spinal Fusion Surgery to stabilize motion in a painful area between vertebrae, including anterior lumbar interbody fusion, posterior lumbar interbody fusion, lateral transpsoas interbody fusion, and transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion
Thoracic discectomy removes a herniated disc from the spinal column