If you need to obtain the services of a prominent back specialist with a passion for improving the lives of their patients, then you should visit the back doctors at New York Spine Institute in Astoria, NY. With decades of expertise under our belt, we continuously strive to deliver cost-effective, patient-oriented neck and back pain treatment for residents of the greater New York City region.
When you abruptly have neck pain or back pain, it is sensible to see a spine doctor to discover the cause of your suffering. Some problems can be the result of an accident, like a car crash, but others could be genetic, like scoliosis. By choosing to place yourself in the care of New York Spine Institute in Astoria, NY, you’re in the highly capable hands of back doctors with many years of expertise. Our back specialists are specially trained to work with sophisticated technologies to diagnose and successfully treat individuals debilitated by back or neck pain.*
Our spine doctors opt for a more conservative style of back pain treatment rather than jumping right into back surgery. We strive to reserve surgery for individuals who have exhausted other avenues of treatment without seeing results. If our patients need surgery, we always review the process so that they fully understand what to expect and how we will move forward following the surgery. It is often that most of our surgeries are administered to correct spinal cord compression, pinched nerves or mechanical instability of the spinal cord.
Types of Spinal Surgeries we offer our Astoria patients:
Make an appointment at New York Spine Institute in Astoria, NY to obtain a determination and treatment plan, today. Our devoted board-certified orthopedic surgeons strive to present you with a prompt examination to get you back on the road to recovery. Most people living in the greater New York City area can receive conservative treatment methods that are highly successful for them, while a smaller percentage will need back surgery. Some of our non-invasive approaches include lifestyle changes, physical therapy, yoga, or chiropractic care. Our back and neck specialists will work together with you to choose the correct treatment program.*
The Founder of NYSI Alexandre B. de Moura, MD, FAAOS
Patients know him for his empathy and confidence. Physicians refer to him for his judgment and results. Dr. de Moura has built his reputation on trust, precision, and outcomes that truly change lives.
Early Inspiration
Dr. de Moura's path began with his father—a pioneering orthopedic surgeon whose legacy deeply shaped his passion for spinal care. From a young age, he witnessed how expert hands and compassionate care could transform lives, setting the foundation for a lifelong mission.
World-Class Training
Dr. de Moura received elite surgical training at some of the nation's top institutions, gaining the technical skill and clinical insight needed to treat the most complex spinal conditions. His background combines academic excellence with hands-on expertise.
Founding NYSI
In 2000, Dr. de Moura founded New York Spine Institute to bring comprehensive, multi-specialty care under one roof. His vision was clear: make world-class spine care accessible, coordinated, and deeply patient-focused.
20+ Years of Experience
With over two decades of specialized practice, Dr. de Moura has performed thousands of procedures and guided countless patients through recovery. His deep experience allows him to deliver not just treatment—but true transformation.
Specialist in Complex Spine Conditions
From scoliosis to spinal deformities and degenerative disorders, Dr. de Moura is known for handling the cases others refer out. He's not just a surgeon—he's a problem solver, often sought out when options feel limited.
Premier scoliosis Treatment Center of Astoria
Scoliosis is a condition where your spine has an unnatural sideways curvature. If you’re currently experiencing negative impacts of scoliosis, schedule an appointment at the NYSI in Astoria, NY to receive a swift exam. Our distinguished scoliosis treatment center is thoroughly committed to serving the New York City area. Our spine doctors aim to provide effective scoliosis treatment for patients currently suffering, including children and adults.* Our center prides itself on the compassionate and dedicated manner in which we treat all our patients with scoliosis. For every case, we take under deliberation a variety of determinants, including the significance of your spinal curvature before providing a recommendation.
We favor traditional treatment methods, holding off on back surgery by our spine surgeon in the most necessary of instances. If surgery is inevitable, our qualified spine surgeon in our Astoria, NY office will speak with you about the entire procedure and answer any of your questions. Rest assured that our minimally invasive back surgeries are only conducted by board-certified orthopedic surgeons with decades of experience at our nationally ranked center, NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases. * Our spine surgeons have also spoken to a variety of audiences around the world and authored various scoliosis treatment publications.
Diagnosis Of Your Back Pain
Don’t continue to suffer from substantial neck or back pain that restricts you from carrying on with your life. Get the opinion of a back expert at New York Spine Institute in Astoria, NY. Our back specialists will conduct a meticulous investigation prior to providing any kind of back pain treatment opportunities.
Your individual symptoms and analysis outcomes help us pick a conclusive judgment that guides us in creating your neck pain or back pain treatment choices. Remember that each person is different and will need a distinct method of treatment. Always follow the instructions presented to you by your back and neck doctor.
Pain management
Dependable pain management in Astoria, NY, by our fellowship-trained neck and back doctors. It’s not unusual for people around the world to see a back specialist for back or neck pain treatment largely because millions of individuals will experience some type of bodily injury or pain at one time or another. Our back and neck doctors employ their extensive knowledge and superior technological methods of evaluating, diagnosing and managing various types of pain.* We know that with the ever-changing medical atmosphere that if we want to continue serving our patients with leading and cost-effective care, our back, and neck doctors have to continue obtaining meticulous training in the most advanced technologies, medical treatment methods, and medical diagnostics for back and neck pain-related issues.* Each of our specialists has expertise in the latest diagnostics, medical treatments and advanced technologies in nearly every pain-related condition.* We offer Astoria residents treatment options, which include:
Injection therapies
Radiofrequency procedures
Spinal cord stimulation
Intrathecal device implementation
State-of-the-art fluoroscopy and endoscopy for great accuracy and precision
Ketamine infusion therapy for treatment of neuropathic pain syndromes such as CRPS.
What Our Patients Have To Say Real Patient Testimonials
Dr. Roberts is the BEST and that’s my personal opinion. He is very hands on, compassion and understanding. I highly recommend his services.
—Anna Thomas
I worked with Dr. Macagnau and he was amazing! Extremely friendly and funny to match his knowledge and guidance with my injury. The rest of the staff was no different, I would high...
I worked with Dr. Macagnau and he was amazing! Extremely friendly and funny to match his knowledge and guidance with my injury. The rest of the staff was no different, I would highly recommend them to anyone with back issues.
—Juan Rolon
Dr. Passias is a very knowledgeable modern spine surgeon. not only is he the brightest in his field, he’s the future for this kind of surgery Made me feel comfortable that I ch...
Dr. Passias is a very knowledgeable modern spine surgeon. not only is he the brightest in his field, he’s the future for this kind of surgery Made me feel comfortable that I choose the right doctor. I Went to see Dr. Passias with 5 herniated discs, pain in neck, shoulder, arm and tangles fingers. Dr. Passias gave me the time to explain and tell him all what I feel about my pain and he was lesson to all off it he makes me feel friendly He is the doctor I can trust He take the pain away from me GOD BLESS Him
—Mohamed Haridy
“If I can help one person and say you’ll make it through this, go to them, they will help you. I would help you to let you see what it is like on the other side of the fence when s...
“If I can help one person and say you’ll make it through this, go to them, they will help you. I would help you to let you see what it is like on the other side of the fence when someone goes through so much injury and trauma and then in turn, feels like I do. If you can just meet one doctor, please meet Dr. de Moura.”
—Annette
“I was having severe chronic back pain daily. This went on for almost fifteen years. As soon as I met Dr. Macagno I said, “that’s the guy.” I eventually had a spinal fusion L4/5 an...
“I was having severe chronic back pain daily. This went on for almost fifteen years. As soon as I met Dr. Macagno I said, “that’s the guy.” I eventually had a spinal fusion L4/5 and S1. This was a ten-hour procedure. I exceeded both Dr. Macagno and the hospital staff expectations. Instead of walking a few steps, I easily walked the full length of the hospital halls and climbed stairs almost immediately after surgery. I am so happy to have met Dr. Macagno. I sing his praises every day and I always post on social media about how amazing I am doing every year on the anniversary of my surgery.”
—Gregg
“My reason for writing to you is to express my appreciation for the concern and encouragement you gave me following my surgery. Your visits to me early in the morning and your care...
“My reason for writing to you is to express my appreciation for the concern and encouragement you gave me following my surgery. Your visits to me early in the morning and your careful supervision of my recovery were a strong indication of the genuine concern you have for me. During my later years, I’ve had numerous associations with doctors and a variety of experiences. I can honestly say that I could not have received better treatment than I received from you.”
—L.B.
“Please accept my sincere gratitude for helping me overcome a very serious back problem that I’d had for many years. You were highly recommended to me, and you certainly lived up t...
“Please accept my sincere gratitude for helping me overcome a very serious back problem that I’d had for many years. You were highly recommended to me, and you certainly lived up to your reputation. My friend was right: You’re very good at what you do. Thanks again, and although you’re a very nice man, I hope never to have to see you again.”
—J.B.
“I want to thank you from my heart for all you’ve done for me at such a difficult time in my life. You gave me your time and your confident recommendation, and you even offered to ...
“I want to thank you from my heart for all you’ve done for me at such a difficult time in my life. You gave me your time and your confident recommendation, and you even offered to be at my side if and when surgery becomes necessary. You are a fine physician giving to those in need.”
—K.F.
“Dr. Macagno is the Best doctor! Professional and compassionate. Honest and knowledgeable. Worth every star and about 10 more!!!”
—M.C.
“Dr. Alexandre de Moura and New York Spine Institute are absolutely wonderful! I have personally seen the level of personal care and dedication when one of my seriously injured cli...
“Dr. Alexandre de Moura and New York Spine Institute are absolutely wonderful! I have personally seen the level of personal care and dedication when one of my seriously injured clients was treated there (I am a personal injury attorney). He had a terrific recovery and I credit Dr. de Moura and his staff with that.”
—A.Z.
Dr.v is a great doctor !!! From day one he has accessed and managed my pain while acknowledging me not only as his patient but as a person as well. Every Dr office should have a...
Dr.v is a great doctor !!! From day one he has accessed and managed my pain while acknowledging me not only as his patient but as a person as well. Every Dr office should have a Dr. V and the world for patients with pain would be a much better place. I haven’t had a Dr this great since Dr de Mourra who did my surgery In 2013. Thank you Dr de Mourra for referring me to a pain management dr who really cares for my needs as his patient. It has been a tough road . I can now honestly say the road I travel now as a pain patient is much smoother and manageable. Thank you Dr v and NYU.
To recover full control of your body and develop your range of motion, you will be required to attend several rounds of physical therapy. In addition, you most likely have to make lifestyle changes to decrease the likelihood of injuring your neck or back again in the future, specifically if those life choices produced your back pain or neck pain in the first place. Our back doctors in Astoria, NY supervise your physical therapy in our office.
Physical therapy is a profoundly influential contributor to your recovery method. Michael Friar D.P.T. is New York Spine Institute’s leading licensed physical therapist. As a highly skilled healthcare expert, he has a passion for reducing pain and improving healing in his patients with a thoughtfully designed set of workouts that include careful conditioning, stretching, and strengthening exercise techniques.
At NYSI, our back specialists always create a training agenda that’s molded to meet the particular needs of the patient, including their goals within reason. However, before they can begin, they need to be evaluated in our Astoria, NY office by our licensed physical therapist, Michael Friar, D.P.T. Only after receiving the green light are they allowed to start physical therapy.
Imaging services For Astoria Patients
At NYSI in Astoria, NY, we steadily continue to make use of improved technologies. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) allows radiologists to properly evaluate injuries or medical conditions by giving them extremely detailed and sharp images of bone and soft tissue anatomy.* NYSI advanced diagnostic imaging gives us with the necessary tools to accurately give individualized care and treatment to our patients.
New York Spine Institute uses technologically advanced diagnostic imaging: a high field short bore 1.5T MRI system and Digital Radiography (DX) x-ray for our patients in Astoria, NY.
The high field short bore 1.5T MRI system can be used in a number of clinical applications including but not only for MRI’s of the Spine, Brain, Abdomen, Pelvis, Shoulder, Knee, Hip, Elbow, Wrist, Hand, Ankle, and Foot.* New York Spine Institute’s latest GE 1.5T system gives our back doctors exceedingly sharp, accurate images of anatomy and pathology that supports their evaluation of an extensive range of musculoskeletal disorders.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) has confirmed it is a highly secure and helpful tool enabling physicians to distinguish multiple back and neck conditions. It manipulates magnetism and radio waves to create precise images of the body. Our doctors then assess each of these images for particular conditions or other issues. MRI works better in most instances whereas other methods, like x-ray, ultrasound, or CT (Computed Tomography), do not help them with a diagnosis.* We work hard to give our clients a comfortable atmosphere so they can relax during their appointment. We provide you with a selection of music, earplugs, and a sleeping mask to help you feel secure and at ease.
Our radiologists in our digital radiography department use the superior digitized photos of bone and soft tissue anatomy to name a variety of conditions. A scoliosis diagnosis is often determined through the use of Long Length Imaging (LLI).
*The effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment will vary by patient and condition. New York Spine Institute does not guarantee certain results.
Providing Our Astoria Patients The Care The Need
If you’re suffering from back pain, don’t wait to reach out to our reliable spine doctors at New York Spine Institute in Astoria, NY. We can help you by giving you a thorough exam and then properly diagnosing your neck pain or back pain. We proudly service the entire New York City region with our outstanding back surgery technology and years of expertise. Feel at ease knowing that when you come to our back specialists, we’ll work with you every step of the way to give you a patient-focused back pain treatment plan. Contact us to schedule your appointment with our qualified spine doctors to help you with your pain, today.
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