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Philip Zakko, MD
Atlantic Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
Orthopedics
Portsmouth, NH
Most recent review: 3 days ago
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4.6
106 Ratings
50 Comments
Dr. Philip Zakko, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in degenerative and traumatic spine conditions using minimally invasive and traditional techniques. He earned his medical degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine, completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, and pursued advanced fellowship training in spine surgery at Corewell Health.
4.6
106 Ratings
50 Comments
Dr. Philip Zakko, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in degenerative and traumatic spine conditions using minimally invasive and traditional techniques. He earned his medical degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine, completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, and pursued advanced fellowship training in spine surgery at Corewell Health.
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Dr. Philip Zakko, M.D. is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon who specializes in the treatment of degenerative and traumatic conditions of the spine using both minimally invasive and traditional surgical techniques.
A New England native, Dr. Zakko earned his medical degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine before completing his orthopaedic surgery residency at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan. He then pursued advanced fellowship training in spine surgery at Corewell Health, where he focused on both operative and non-operative management of common and complex disorders of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine.
Dr. Zakko has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and surgical technique videos, and has presented his research at national and international spine society meetings. He also serves as a reviewer for multiple spine journals and is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the North American Spine Society.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Zakko is a classically trained violinist and a member of the World Doctors Orchestra, where he combines his passion for music with medicine to support charitable causes worldwide. He also enjoys playing tennis and pickleball, skiing, traveling, and spending time with family.
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He listened to me and gave me good feedback very knowledgeable
At first I was very impressed and very comfortable. He told me with my problem being a year and a half old, there was a probability it might not be fixed. Suggested I see another doctor there for a steroid shot. When I tried to make an appointment it was two months out. Tried getting in contact with him. If there is a possibility it might not be fixable after a year and a half, wouldn’t you think it’s kind of an emergency to get in as soon as possible. Then I get a phone call at 4:55 last night from your office, but no message. I call this morning at 8:00 and am told I will get a call back. It’s now 9:30 and have not heard a word. Kinda Mae’s you think different don’t you think.
Excellent communication skills. We agreed on a plan to alleviate my pain levels. I felt like I was talking to my grandson. Youth, experience and knowledge combined makes Dr Zakko a great addition to the staff at Atlantic Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine.
Excellent. Thank You.
Calm, sensitive, excellent communicator, took time to explain every aspect of my MRI and surgery pre- and post-. I trust him.
Answered all my questions
Compassionate Listened intently to my concerns. Explained in layman’s terms. A gentleman.
He seems very confident, and I appreciated his manner. I only hope he can do something for me because I’m in a lot of pain and have been for quite a while.
Didn't have a problem being told he didn't believe a lumbar surgery would fix my lumbar spine but told me that it would actually hurt worse afterward. Addressed none of the symptoms just said I've got permanent nerve damage sorry. Not a recommendation for anything to alleviate the pain the saddle numbness nothing just a quick in and out
Let’s hope this works today with Dr. McManm!