Philip Zakko, MD
Practice: Atlantic Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
Specialty: Orthopedics
Office locations: Portsmouth, NH
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.
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.
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.

Dr. Zakko was so knowledgeable, personable and trusting. He answered so many questions for us and we are confident he can help me with my back pain.
Wait time was minimal. Reception was excellent. Dr Zakko was very responsive to my needs and answered all my questions and concerns.
I’m very happy with my visit
He was rude and had no interest about me or what I was going thru. He said go see PT in York and have them call me and I’ll give them a referral. He never told me what I could do and what I should not do. You’ll be better in 6 to 12 weeks. Then he said I should have an MRI. I will never him again. I will get a referral from my primary physician and have PT. By the way the rest of the staff I dealt with were excellent.
He’s very personable, informative and patient with all my questions.
Great communicator to make sure you’re comfortable
Very nice & knowledgeable.
Dr Zakko was very nice, and he was very helpful in discussing my spinal issues and my concerns.
Excellent care and concern. Never feel rushed.
He's the best!!