Dr. Yuri A. Pompeu, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery. earned a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of Florida. Following this, Dr. Pompeu attended Harvard Medical School in Boston, MA, where he obtained his Doctor of Medicine. Dr. Pompeu completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in New Yor. He then pursued a spine surgery fellowship at Norton Leatherman Spine in Louisville, KY.
Dr. Yuri A. Pompeu, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery. earned a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of Florida. Following this, Dr. Pompeu attended Harvard Medical School in Boston, MA, where he obtained his Doctor of Medicine. Dr. Pompeu completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in New Yor. He then pursued a spine surgery fellowship at Norton Leatherman Spine in Louisville, KY.
Dr. Yuri A. Pompeu, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery.
Born and raised in Brazil, Dr. Pompeu began his academic journey at Murray State, where he graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and completed 4 years in the Division 1 Tennis team. He then earned a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of Florida where he worked on enzyme structure and immunology. Following this, Dr. Pompeu attended Harvard Medical School in Boston, MA, where he obtained his Doctor of Medicine.
Dr. Pompeu completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, NY, from 2018 to 2023. He then pursued a spine surgery fellowship at Norton Leatherman Spine in Louisville, KY, from 2023 to 2024, further honing his expertise in spine surgery under the guidance of world-renowned mentors.
Dr. Pompeu specializes in the treatment of large-breadth spine conditions in the cervical thoracic and lumbar spine. As treatment options for spine ailments can be quite complex, his philosophy is to educate patients and to promote a shared decision-making process that may bring the best possible outcome to his patients.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Pompeu has contributed to the medical field through his research and publications. He also is passionate about bringing quality care to the underserved and has participated in mission trips abroad in his native country, Brazil. He has authored and co-authored several peer-reviewed articles and is actively involved in professional organizations.
Outside of his professional life, Dr. Pompeu enjoys outdoor activities such as tennis, golf, soccer and spending time with his wife, son, and close friends.
He is excellent! Very competent and great personal interaction. Very impressed with his capabilities.
Dr. Pompeu was knowledgeable, personable and presented me with options throughout my appointments. He was supportive, listened and ensured I had all the information I needed to make my decisions. The decision to move forward with spine surgery is not one that I took lightly but I felt it was time and that I was in good hands. Dr. Pompeu answered all the questions I had leading up to surgery. I had the utmost confidence in his ability to fix the issue and he did. The surgery was successful and I’m healing well.
Excellent doctor. Listens to me and really cares. He offered options and then discussed each one according to risks and benefits. I highly recommend this doctor because he is conservative and yet progressive in his treatment ideas.
Very knowledgeable, thorough examination, very professional and personable.
Explained upcoming procedures in depth. Took all the time necessary to answer questions.
Very polite and professional
Very personable and caring. Dr. Pompeu takes a lot of time listening and explaining what he sees wrong and how he intends to correct it.
He didn't want to listen to me. Was very short & acted as though I was wasting his time.
Great doctor
He is really great. He has helped me a lot