Dr. Stephen Falatyn specializes in treating complex spinal conditions and he performs the most complicated spinal reconstructions. Conditions treated by Dr. Falatyn include scoliosis, spondylolisthesis, nerve compression from disc herniations and spinal stenosis, and spinal fractures.
Dr. Stephen Falatyn specializes in treating complex spinal conditions and he performs the most complicated spinal reconstructions. Conditions treated by Dr. Falatyn include scoliosis, spondylolisthesis, nerve compression from disc herniations and spinal stenosis, and spinal fractures.
A graduate of Cornell Medical College, Dr. Stephen Falatyn specializes in treating complex spinal conditions and he performs the most complicated spinal reconstructions. His spine training included two spine fellowships, the first at Thomas Jefferson University and the second at Temple University. He specializes in spinal deformity surgery and minimally invasive spinal surgery, treating both children and adults. Conditions treated by Dr. Falatyn include scoliosis, spondylolisthesis, nerve compression from disc herniations and spinal stenosis, and spinal fractures.
Dr. Falatyn's original interest was engineering, where he excelled at Cornell University. He then worked designing and building complex machinery for several international corporations. Excellent at working with his hands, he has continued that interest in medicine and he has established himself as a top spinal surgeon working in the Lehigh Valley since 1997. Dr. Falatyn received special recognition for his achievements in medical school at Cornell Medical College. His research has appeared in numerous respected national publications, and he continues with teaching at medical schools and scientific meetings.
Dr. Falatyn has an outstanding reputation for his personalized patient care. He is also dedicated to charity work in Eastern Europe where he trains spinal surgeons and treats underserved patients. On a personal level, he enjoys maintaining his own health playing rugby on a national and international level.
EDUCATION
Undergraduate
Cornell University
Ithaca, New York
Medical School
Cornell University Medical College
New York, NY
Residency
The University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC
Fellowships – Spine Surgery
Temple University/Shriner's Hospital; Philadelphia, PA
Thomas Jefferson University; Philadelphia, PA
BOARD CERTIFICATION
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Fellow
North American Spine Society
Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Society
Pennsylvania Medical Society
Northampton County Medical Society
He was very polite and answered all my questions
My first visit with Dr Falatyn. Not my last. I was very impressed with him. Took his time in explaining everything to me as to what was going on with my lower back.
Compassionate and listens to a patient's concerns.
Very caring and informative
so far so good, thank you
Dr. Falatyn is the best of the best!!
The best there is. Dr Falatyn is the nicest and most informed physician my wife and I have ever met. I trust him and feel blessed to be his patient.
Very professional and informative
This Dr is a kind compassionate man. Takes time and makes sure you understand. Highly recommended
He is so very kind and patient— I loved that he prayed with me- I teared up that someone would pray for me🥲