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U. Kumar Kakarla, M.D.

Barrow Brain and Spine

Spine Surgery

Phoenix, AZ

Most recent review: 3 weeks ago Recent
5.0
145 Ratings
72 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
145 Ratings
72 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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Best Doctor EVER!

(3 weeks ago) May-2026

Dr Kakarla was professional and polite.

(3 weeks ago) May-2026

Doctor Kakarla awesome doctor for scoliosis or any back/neck issue. Been my surgeon for 15 years.

(1 month ago) May-2026

We were able to directly confer and concur on the current level of progress of the conditions at hand.

(1 month ago) Apr-2026

He really listened to me and gave me his time. I will be seeing him in a few weeks, and I feel very confident in his care.

(1 month ago) Apr-2026

I trust him with my life. In fact I have several times. Just a great surgeon who makes me feel comfortable.

(1 month ago) Apr-2026

I still haven’t heard from the Doctor that gives injections

(1 month ago) Apr-2026

Great appointment. Dr Kakarla explained what is happening in an easy to understand way.

(1 month ago) Apr-2026

Excellent surgeon! Life changing outcome!

(1 month ago) Apr-2026

I've known Dr Kakarla for years. Ge is a good Dr. Explains options, tells you how it is and If it will do

(1 month ago) Apr-2026
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