Dr. John Hicks specializes in the treatment of structural disease of the spine. Whether it is a herniated disc, pinched nerve, spine fracture, or deformity problem, Dr. Hicks uses cutting edge strategies and a conservative approach to help his patients recover. Every individual has a unique disease, personal priorities, and goals. Dr. Hicks works to tailor treatment to meet each patient’s needs.
Dr. John Hicks specializes in the treatment of structural disease of the spine. Whether it is a herniated disc, pinched nerve, spine fracture, or deformity problem, Dr. Hicks uses cutting edge strategies and a conservative approach to help his patients recover. Every individual has a unique disease, personal priorities, and goals. Dr. Hicks works to tailor treatment to meet each patient’s needs.
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Doctor Hicks has my complete confidence in him He is kind and I can tell he cares for me in all ways, medically and me as far as my anxiety. He explains where I can understand and when he says to call if something comes up , I know he means it. Pl
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
He is awesome. He is working on getting what is wrong . He did my husband 2 back surgery. Thank you
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Thoughtful and thorough…. Had emergency surgery with him… so far worked out…
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
I love Dr Hicks! He is a great spine specialist. I have gotten better results from my back surgery than I ever expected. I'm so grateful to him.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Excelllent
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
I was shocked when Dr. Hicks wasn’t interested in seeing how the wound had healed or how my husband was walking. All he seemed concerned with was that the hip replacement looked good in the x-ray, not whether my husband could walk or not.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
I have a history with chronic lower back pain. Prior to seeking medical care in the Hendersonville area, I encountered multiple spinal patients under Dr. Hicks care that highly recommended his practice. It is my opinion Dr Hicks is the top rated Spine Surgeon in Henderson county.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Wonderful.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Excellent doctor.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Disappointed....a nice guy but he seemed distracted. I walked out with more questions than I arrived with. What makes no sense is that the doctor who referred me and Dr Hicks appear to have totally different views of my back issues. I appreciate having the appointment.
(2 months ago)
Dec-2025
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Blue Ridge Region: South Asheville - Orthopedics
2585 Hendersonville Road Arden, NC 28704
Blue Ridge Region: Hendersonville - Orthopedics
800 Fleming Street Hendersonville, NC 28791
Dr. John Hicks specializes in the treatment of structural disease of the spine. Whether it is a herniated disc, pinched nerve, spine fracture, or deformity problem, Dr. Hicks uses cutting edge strategies and a conservative approach to help his patients recover. Every individual has a unique disease, personal priorities, and goals. Dr. Hicks works to tailor treatment to meet each patient’s needs.
Dr Hicks performs surgery of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. Common procedures include discectomy, laminectomy, spinal fusion, cervical laminoplasty, disc replacement, and fracture stabilization. He has extensive experience with advanced surgical techniques and minimally invasive spinal fusion approaches such as lateral lumbar fusions and navigated screw and rod placement. He has expertise in motion preserving cervical laminoplasty and disc arthroplasty.
A South Carolina native, Dr. Hicks attended Davidson College and graduated from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. After residency at the prestigious Campbell Clinic, he completed a combined Neurosurgical and Orthopedic fellowship in Spinal Surgery at the University of Virginia. Dr. Hicks has practiced in Western North Carolina since then. He enjoys his family, cycling, whitewater sports, and any excuse to get out in the mountains.
Dr. Hicks sees patients in the Hendersonville and South Asheville office locations. He performs surgery at the Asheville Outpatient Surgery Center, Pardee Hospital and AdventHealth Hendersonville Hospital.
Doctor Hicks has my complete confidence in him He is kind and I can tell he cares for me in all ways, medically and me as far as my anxiety. He explains where I can understand and when he says to call if something comes up , I know he means it. Pl
He is awesome. He is working on getting what is wrong . He did my husband 2 back surgery. Thank you
Thoughtful and thorough…. Had emergency surgery with him… so far worked out…
I love Dr Hicks! He is a great spine specialist. I have gotten better results from my back surgery than I ever expected. I'm so grateful to him.
Excelllent
I was shocked when Dr. Hicks wasn’t interested in seeing how the wound had healed or how my husband was walking. All he seemed concerned with was that the hip replacement looked good in the x-ray, not whether my husband could walk or not.
I have a history with chronic lower back pain. Prior to seeking medical care in the Hendersonville area, I encountered multiple spinal patients under Dr. Hicks care that highly recommended his practice. It is my opinion Dr Hicks is the top rated Spine Surgeon in Henderson county.
Wonderful.
Excellent doctor.
Disappointed....a nice guy but he seemed distracted. I walked out with more questions than I arrived with. What makes no sense is that the doctor who referred me and Dr Hicks appear to have totally different views of my back issues. I appreciate having the appointment.