Spine and Orthopedic Surgeons in Islip, NY

Comprehensive care for spine surgery, scoliosis treatment, back pain treatment & physical therapy.

OUR OFFICE SERVING ISLIP, NEW YORK

New York Spine Institute provides the highest quality care for patients throughout the greater New York area including Islip, NY. You will receive professional care from our spine doctors, neck doctors, and back doctors who have decades of experience coupled with the latest knowledge in the field. Our doctors and staff are supremely dedicated to the improvement and recovery of your health.*

SPINE SURGERY & CARE SERVING ISLIP, NY

Facing spinal surgery can be an unnerving experience for anyone. At NYSI serving Islip, we provide sophisticated care combined with a professional approach. Our spine and neck doctors start with an accurate diagnosis that will determine the proper course of treatment. In recent years, technological advances have allowed more spine and neck conditions to be treated with minimally invasive surgery. Such minimally invasive treatments avoid significant damage to the muscles surrounding the spine. Typically, this results in less pain and a faster recovery after surgery.*

There are many different types of spine disorders that can cause back pain or neck pain. These include, but are not limited to: fractures, poor posture, osteoarthritis, myofascial pain, muscle injury, pinched nerves, herniated discs, diseased discs, and spinal infection. The spine doctors at New York Spine Institute serving Islip, NY are experts in their fields, and they can administer back pain treatment. The back doctors ensure a personalized treatment approach to all their patients in Islip and a scientific approach to pain management before, during, and after your care. If you are experiencing back pain, our back and spine doctors will strive to deliver the least possible invasive back pain treatment method. Spine surgery and cervical surgery is generally reserved for patients experiencing pain after having received prior treatment. In such instances, depending on the condition, our spine surgeons will recommend surgery that is the least invasive. *

Types of Spinal Surgeries we offer our Islip patients:

Our board-certified world-class orthopedic surgeons at New York Spine Institute serving Islip, NY are known for providing the best medical care possible to all our patients. Our back and neck specialists are experts in their field having years of advanced training in the bone and neurological spinal disorders. We have served thousands of patients in the greater New York City area including Islip. Our specialists work in tandem to help minimize your pain and provide the best course of treatment. *

The Founder of NYSI Alexandre B. de Moura, MD, FAAOS

Dr. Alexandre de Moura

Trusted by Patients and Peers

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 SERVING ISLIP

Millions of people are affected by scoliosis worldwide. At NYSI serving Islip, NY, we strive to provide the best scoliosis treatment. Scoliosis is an abnormal curve in the spine. There are several types of scoliosis based on cause and age. A majority of scoliosis types are not known to have any cause; they just manifest during childhood, and in some cases adults too. The most common symptom of scoliosis is the curvature of the spine.*

Scoliosis can cause a myriad of health issues if left untreated for a long time. These include trouble walking and breathing, fatigue, chronic pain, and spinal arthritis. Our scoliosis treatment center at NYSI serving Islip offers the most technologically advanced diagnosis and treatment of adult and childhood scoliosis. *

If you need exceptional scoliosis treatment, our spine doctors specializing in spine surgery serving Islip can help you. Our neck, spine, and back specialists skillfully treat the varying degrees and types of scoliosis, like the degenerative or common idiopathic types. Our scoliosis treatment center is one of the best in the U.S. Our specialists at NYSI offer extensive care for both children and adults. *

Treatment options for scoliosis depend on the severity of the spine’s curvature. Our expert back doctors serving Islip, NY take a scientific approach towards diagnosing the extent of curvature. Diagnosis is usually done by an extensive physical exam and imaging techniques. Depending on the severity of the curvature, scoliosis can be treated with observation, bracing, or surgery.*

ORTHOPEDIC CARE

The NY Institute is here to offer Islip residents the best orthopedic care in the area. We have proudly teamed up with the top ranked orthopedic surgeons. These experts are both exceptionally skilled in orthopedic surgery and orthopedic sports medicine.

Our talented spine specialists provide Islip residents with comprehensive, exceptional patient care. We cover all aspects of orthopedic and spinal medicine.

Some of the Orthopedic surgeries we can perform:

ACL Reconstruction
Ankle Repair
Carpal Tunnel
Debridement
Hip Surgery
Knee Arthroscopy
Microsurgery
Revision
Rotator Cuff Repair
Shoulder Arthroscopy and Decompression
Shoulder Surgery
Soft Tissue Repair
Trigger Release

We are proud of our new orthopedic division. It has enabled our center to use a shared team perspective with all planned surgeries and emergent, same day medical needs at all of our locations and affiliate hospitals. It is through the mutual vision of our team, that our top ranked pain management program offers Islip patients premier care for a full range of injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system.

Our orthopedic surgeons serving Islip are understanding and compassionate. Our experts know that each patient is different from one another. Under our care, each Islip patient will feel listened to and comfortable asking questions. We are proud to provide premier orthopedic care and work towards a healthier, happier you.

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DIAGNOSIS OF YOUR BACK PAIN

Living with constant pain can be traumatic; physically and emotionally. Upper and middle back pain is usually caused by poor posture, muscle overuse, muscle stress, injury to the muscles, ligaments, and discs that support your spine.

Pressure on the spinal nerves from a herniated disc is one of the leading causes of back pain.*

Our back and spine specialists at New York Spine Institute serving Islip, NY offer world-class treatment. We start with a diagnosis of your condition and proceed with back pain treatment accordingly. It is important that you see a certified back doctor who understands the complexities of the spine when it comes to back or neck pain treatment. Our professionals will give you a thorough exam prior to providing you with a customized course of treatment, along with any available options.*

PAIN MANAGEMENT

Depending on the cause of pain, pain management can be simple or complex. If you are suffering from chronic or acute pain, you can receive sophisticated pain management treatment by a trained pain specialist at NYSI. *

Some of the benefits of treatment through our pain management doctors include reliable advanced pain management services for chronic pain, faster recovery, and regaining full strength, including flexibility and movement.*

If the pain is preventing you from going about your daily life, then you should seek pain treatment. When it comes to a back or neck injury, it is essential to understand the different treatment options available. Our neck and back pain specialists at NYSI serving Islip, NY will offer you the best treatment available at your fingertips. *

We treat conditions including:

Low back pain
Neck pain
Herniated disks
Shoulder and arm pain
Hip and leg pain
Radiculopathies
Arthritis and joint pain
Sports injuries
Osteoporosis
Headaches
Reflex sympathetic dystrophy
Post-herpetic neuralgia (shingles)
Diabetic neuropathy

Our neck and back specialists have expertise in the latest technologies and receive regular training to stay on top of trends. This enables them to accurately diagnose and give medical treatments with advanced technologies in nearly every pain-related condition. *

We offer Islip residents various treatment options including the following:

Injection therapies
Radiofrequency procedures
Spinal cord stimulation
Intrathecal device implementation
Fluoroscopy and endoscopy
Ketamine infusion therapy for the 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...

—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...

—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...

—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...

—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...

—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...

—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 ...

—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...

—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...

—Chrissy

—Eleanor Morgan

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Physical therapy is an integral part of successful rehabilitation post injury or surgery. It is essential if you want to gain full mobility and flexibility.

Physical therapy aids in movement and decreases pain, restores function, and limits disability.

If you’ve experienced a neck or back injury or underwent surgery, our renowned back specialists serving Islip, NY can help you. At New York Spine Institute, we believe that you deserve to receive the highest level of personalized physical therapy treatment. Our licensed physical therapists are committed to providing you with the best in physical therapy treatment.*

During your session, you will be assisted with proper stretching techniques, exercise, and manual therapy coupled with cardio and weight machines to target strength and endurance training. Treatment begins with an advanced understanding of your condition.*

IMAGING SERVICES FOR ISLIP PATIENTS

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is useful for diagnosing many medical conditions. MRI scanning is a non-invasive and painless procedure that utilizes magnetism and radio waves to produce detailed images in order to determine the presence of certain diseases which may not be visible with conventional imaging methods such as x-ray or ultrasound. Our diagnostic center at NYSI provides state-of-the-art diagnostic services that aid in specialized and advanced treatment.*

The MRI system at New York Spine Institute offers a high field short bore 1.5T MRI system and Digital Radiography (DX) x-ray for our patients in Islip.

The high field short bore 1.5T MRI system supports a wide range of clinical applications including but not limited to MRI’s of the Spine, Brain, Abdomen, Pelvis, Shoulder, Knee, Hip, Elbow, Wrist, Hand, Ankle and Foot.*

New York Spine Institute’s brand new GE 1.5T system provides our physicians with high quality, detailed pictures of anatomy and pathology to help evaluate a wide range of musculoskeletal disorders. We also provide Long Length Imaging (LLI) for proper scoliosis assessment.*

*The effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment will vary by patient and condition. New York Spine Institute does not guarantee certain results.

PROVIDING OUR ISLIP PATIENTS THE CARE THEY NEED

Our best in class back pain & neck pain diagnosis & surgery practice serving Islip is honored to provide you with highly customized and comprehensive care with a scientific approach. Our goal is to provide optimal care that is delivered with professionalism.*

Contact our back and neck pain diagnosis and spine surgery specialist serving Islip today to discuss your condition and treatment options and start your recovery journey with world-class care.*

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