Here at New York Spine Institute, we strive to give our patients the highest quality of care throughout the New York area including Pleasantville. When you visit us you can be sure you will be receiving the best expert care from our educated and highly experienced specialists. Our staff of physicians are dedicated to improving your health, pain, and getting you on the road to recovery.
SPINE SURGERY & CARE IN PLEASANTVILLE, NY
There are various spine disorders that can cause back or neck pain. You can trust the medical spine doctors at New York Spine Institute in Pleasantville, NY, who are specialized to administer back and neck pain treatment. Some of the spinal disorders that may be causing your pain include but are not limited to fractures, herniated discs, diseased discs, and infection. Our facility has advanced and state-of-the-art technology that allows us to better diagnose the main cause for your back or neck pain. With the finding of a thorough set of tests, our team can give you an accurate diagnosis, suggest the proper treatment, and help get you pain free. *
Our top choice for treating back pain is the least invasive approach. Typically spine surgery for back or neck (cervical) is not our chosen method of treatment, as normally this is reserved for patients who have pain after already receiving a previous treatment. If there is a need for surgery, our surgeons operate with expertise and care to give you relief for pain including pinched nerves, spinal cord compression, or mechanical instability of the spinal cord.
Types of Spinal Surgeries we offer our Pleasantville patients:
New York Spine Institute in Pleasantville, NY has a team of board-certified, orthopedic surgeons who can provide unique and specialized medical care to our patients. Our mission is to provide the greater New York City area with great back and neck pain treatment. Our staff of back doctors specialize in spine surgery, but also have years of training in bone and neurological spinal disorders. We understand the complexity of these body parts, and our specialists strive to give you the best service and treatment for your specific condition. *
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 PLEASANTVILLE
Scoliosis is one of the most common back conditions and affects millions of Americans. The natural spinal curvature is a front to back curve. Scoliosis refers to the side to side curvature of the spine. Insignificant curves don’t usually cause any problems, but these side to side curves can cause multiple health issues. The problems that can come with large curves are fatigue, muscle pain, back pain, spinal arthritis, or even breathing issues.
New York Spine Institute in Pleasantville, NY is your leading scoliosis treatment center. Our talented and educated team are equipped to deal with varying degrees and types of scoliosis, like common idiopathic or degenerative types. We aim to take a comprehensive approach to treating scoliosis and can provide exceptional care for children and adults of all ages. *
As mentioned, the severity of the spine's curvature can impact your symptoms and the choice of treatment. In some cases our surgeons will need to perform surgery. For our patients in Pleasantville, NY and the greater New York City areas, our surgeons are highly-qualified and have years of experience and knowledge. A nationally ranked center, NYU Hospital for Joint Disease is trusted to perform these procedures.* Our team is professionally trained, having lectured around the world as well as published many scoliosis treatment pieces.
ORTHOPEDIC CARE
Our skilled team at the New York Spine Institute serving Pleasantville knows the importance of high quality orthopedic care. For this reason we have joined forces with some esteemed orthopedic surgeons who are extremely talented and experienced in orthopedic surgery and orthopedic sports medicine.
Our spine specialists at the New York Spine Institute provide unmatched patient care to our Pleasantville patients, which covers all areas 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
The creation of our orthopedic division serving Pleasantville has allowed our center to utilize a shared team approach to all scheduled surgeries and emergent, same day medical needs at all of our locations and affiliate hospitals. Our distinguished pain management program offers Pleasantville patients unparalleled care, which covers an extensive list of injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system.
Our orthopedic surgeons serving Pleasantville are ready to help you feel like you again. Our experts will take the time to figure out what treatments and plan of action would be best for you and your lifestyle. Everyone deserves access to premier orthopedic care. Our advanced treatment methods and passionate providers, serving Pleasantville, are ready to get to know you.
If you are experiencing ongoing neck and back pain that is affecting your daily life, contact New York Spine Institute in Pleasantville, NY. Our doctors are ready to help in your back and neck pain treatment. Making sure you see a back or neck specialist is especially important, because they have a greater understanding of the complexities of the spine in order to better diagnose and treat a patient. Our professionals will give you a thorough exam prior to recommending a treatment plan, or any other available options.
With the list of your mentioned symptoms, we take note and give you any tests that may help us in finding a diagnosis. The results of the assessment will decide the treatment choices, whether that be bracing or surgical intervention, although there are many factors that can impact your treatment options. We use surgery as a last resort, and avoid it with non-surgical back and neck treatment methods. No two cases will be the same, thus there will be individual plans for every patient's pain and needs.
PAIN MANAGEMENT
You are not alone if you suffer from body pain. Millions of Americans can relate when it comes to having body pain in their lifetime. We have fellowship-trained back specialists who can assist in your journey to relief from pain. Our experts in pain management in Pleasantville, NY can talk you through all of the treatments available to you for your back or neck injury.
You can trust our back pain specialists to give you educated and distinct perspectives in assessing, diagnosing, and managing different types of pain. * At the NYSI, our mission is to provide you with expert, personalized care for your needs.
Our back and neck specialists in Pleasantville have received the highest training in the newest technologies, medical treatment methods and medical diagnostics. They are prepared to conquer your unique diagnosis and are skilled to deal with a variety of back and neck pain issues.
Options for treatment offered in Pleasantville are:
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.
You can trust our specialists, who have years of education in the latest diagnostics, medical treatments and advanced technologies for a multitude of pain-related conditions. *
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.
Simply getting a surgical procedure for your neck or back pain is not enough to get you to fully recover. It doesn’t matter if it is a minimally invasive surgery or a more complex one, you will more than likely need physical therapy. Physical therapy will help aid you in your movement and mobility after surgery, decrease pain, restore function, and limit disability in individuals with injuries and impairments. * Contact the back specialists in Pleasantville, NY if you’ve recently been injured. Physical therapy is very important especially for those patients with a lifestyle that may add additional strain to the injured area.
Our licensed physical therapist Michael Friar, D.P.T., is here to give you expert physical therapy after your procedure. If done correctly, physical therapy can not only help in the healing process, but also help in the prevention of reinjury. We understand that in order to improve your condition, we must provide you with the critical information on how you can improve your body mechanics, postural awareness and give you specific exercises to do at home. This process includes being assisted and instructed with the proper stretches, exercise, and manual therapy for your healing.
Before starting the physical therapy program, our licensed physical therapist Michael Friar, D.P.T., will evaluate individual patients. He will develop a treatment plan and practical goals for you to achieve based on the results of the evaluation. The evaluation will find out the patient’s functioning levels, pain threshold, and physical restrictions. The physical therapy program combines cardio and weight machines in order to work on strength and endurance training, which is important in the healing process.
IMAGING SERVICES FOR PLEASANTVILLE PATIENTS
The NYSI has state-of-the-art technology which makes us one of the leading spinal surgery practices in the country. We use the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) to give us a clearer picture of your unique situation. This equipment, which is the leader in technology for diagnostics, allows with our diagnostic imaging to help you receive more individualized care. As allowed by our digital radiology department, the radiologist can analyze high quality images for bone and soft tissue anatomy. New York Spine Institute a high field short bore 1.5T MRI system and Digital Radiography (DX) x-ray for our patients in Pleasantville, which is state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging. The high field short bore 1.5T MRI system supports a 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.*
We can now evaluate an even wider range of musculoskeletal disorders by providing high quality, detailed pictures of anatomy and pathology with our brand new GE 1.5T. The MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) is a great tool that assists our team in diagnosing a wide range of medical conditions. The technology allows for a more comfortable experience because it is safe, non-invasive, and painless. MRI can help to identify diseases in the body that may not be visible in an x-ray, ultrasound, or CT (Computer Tomography).*
Using magnetism and radio waves, the machine produces detailed images that can evaluate different body parts. Receiving care from the NYSI means you get a relaxing environment for your individualized treatment. We provide you with a choice of music, earplugs and a sleeping mask to make certain that you are comfortable and most importantly at ease. Our facility also houses a digital radiography department equipped with Long Length Imaging (LLI) for proper scoliosis assessment. The images captured in this department are digitized, making it easier for the radiologist to analyze bone and soft tissue anatomy for diagnosis.
*Certain results are not always guaranteed by New York Spine Institute. The effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment, according to patient and condition, will vary.
PROVIDING OUR PLEASANTVILLE PATIENTS THE CARE THEY NEED
New York Spine Institute in Pleasantville, NY, serves the greater New York City areas with comprehensive, personalized, and quality service. We have a trust team, who focus on giving you professional care and spine surgery practices. The road to recovery from your back or neck pain can start today. Contact our spine, neck and back diagnosis specialists to talk about your treatment options.
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