U. Kumar Kakarla, M.D.

Practice: Barrow Brain and Spine

Specialty: Spine Surgery

Office locations: Phoenix, AZ

Most recent review: 5 days ago New
5.0 out of 5
178 Ratings
87 Comments

U. Kumar Kakarla, M.D. is board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and fellowship-trained in Pediatric and Adult Spinal Deformity at Miami Children’s Hospital. He earned his medical degree fromIndiana University and completed his residency at Barrow Neurological Institute.

5.0 out of 5
178 Ratings
87 Comments

U. Kumar Kakarla, M.D. is board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and fellowship-trained in Pediatric and Adult Spinal Deformity at Miami Children’s Hospital. He earned his medical degree fromIndiana University and completed his residency at Barrow Neurological Institute.

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I think Dr Kakarla is the best surgeon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(5 days ago) Nov-2026

He was concise and candid which is exactly what I was looking for. And he was in no rush to recommend surgery.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago) Nov-2026

He’s one of the best!! He got me back on the road after a motorcycle accident!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026

He is amazing & so thorough. He answers all my questions. Everything was excellent!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 months ago) Sep-2026

He was attentive and allowed me to describe in detail my concerns, and then he meticulously described what he will do to correct my spine issues. I was at the end of my rope and he has given me new hope.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 months ago) Aug-2026

He address my concerns!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 months ago) Aug-2026

He and his staff are very thorough. We couldn't get the telemed technology to work, so I could only speak to him on the phone. We are reconnecting in person in early November.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 months ago) Jul-2026

I was very impressed with Dr. Karkala and the whole team. I kind of had an idea what would be discussed and the surgical procedure, just not to the extent of what will be done.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 months ago) Jul-2026

I have had 2 procedures with him to date. With his, knowledge, experience, and overall professional approach Dr. Kakarla and his staff made both a very successful and pleasant experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 months ago) Jul-2026

Doc always has the correct answer and since he’s tops in his field, we always feel completely well taken care of.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(4 months ago) Jun-2026
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