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Philip Zakko, MD
Atlantic Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
Orthopedics
Portsmouth, NH
Most recent review: 1 week ago
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4.6
97 Ratings
47 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
97 Ratings
47 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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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!
I never intended on seeing Dr. Zako, a spine surgeion, when I came in for the MRI of my Lumbar region and required consult. In fairness to Dr. Zako I got the impression I did not have the kind of problem he was thinking a patient might have who would be referred to him. I left frustrated as I was once again heading to see another Dr. who was not offereing what I, and my PT person, thinks I needed to see.
Dr. Zakko is very nice. He listened well and explained what was going on. I did not feel rushed.
Well, he gave me good news. Nothing wrong with my lower spine, so no surgery needed! He listen to my concerns and showed genuine concern. Very good bedside manner!
So nice and concerned for my issues Trust him already