FAQ
What do I need to bring to my appointment?
Please bring a valid photo ID, your insurance information, a current list of medications, and any relevant medical records related to your condition. If you have previous MRI, CT, X-ray, or other imaging studies, please make those available to our team along with any reports from previous physicians or specialists.
Having your prior records and imaging available allows our neurosurgical team to better understand your medical history and provide a more comprehensive evaluation.
What conditions does Morrison Clinic treat?
Morrison Clinic provides specialized neurosurgical and spine care for a wide range of conditions affecting the brain, spine, and nervous system. These include herniated and bulging discs, spinal stenosis, sciatica, degenerative spine conditions, spinal fractures, brain tumors, pituitary tumors, trigeminal neuralgia, cerebrovascular conditions, essential tremor, and other complex neurological conditions.
Treatment recommendations are individualized based on each patient’s diagnosis, symptoms, imaging, overall health, and goals.
How many visits will I need?
The number of visits depends on your diagnosis and recommended treatment plan. Some patients may only require an initial consultation and follow-up, while others undergoing a procedure or surgery may require additional pre-operative and post-operative appointments.
Your Morrison Clinic care team will explain the expected schedule after evaluating your individual condition.
How do I make an appointment?
You can request an appointment or e-consult through the Morrison Clinic website or call 561-284-8455 to speak with the office.
When requesting an appointment, providing information about your symptoms, previous diagnoses, and available imaging can help our team prepare for your consultation.
Do I need to be referred by another doctor?
Referral requirements can vary depending on your insurance plan and the type of care you need. Some patients can schedule a consultation directly, while certain insurance plans may require a referral from a primary care physician or another healthcare provider.
Contact Morrison Clinic at 561-284-8455 if you are unsure whether your insurance requires a referral.
What should I wear to my appointment?
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows you to move easily during your examination. Depending on your condition, your provider may need to evaluate your range of motion, strength, reflexes, walking, or the area where you are experiencing symptoms.
How do I cancel or reschedule my appointment?
If you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, please contact Morrison Clinic as soon as possible at 561-284-8455. Our team can help you find another available appointment time.
Does Morrison Clinic offer minimally invasive spine surgery?
Yes. Morrison Clinic offers advanced spine surgery options including minimally invasive spine surgery, endoscopic spine surgery, and robotic spine surgery for appropriately selected patients.
The appropriate surgical technique depends on your diagnosis and individual circumstances. Morrison Clinic evaluates treatment options with an emphasis on safety, clinical outcome, and the shortest appropriate recovery.
Does Morrison Clinic offer alternatives to traditional spine surgery?
Yes. Depending on your condition, alternatives to traditional open spine surgery may include conservative treatment, the Discseel® Procedure, endoscopic or minimally invasive techniques, spinal motion preservation, and total disc replacement.
Not every treatment is appropriate for every patient. A neurosurgical evaluation can help determine which options may be suitable for your condition.
What is the Discseel® Procedure?
The Discseel® Procedure is a minimally invasive, non-surgical spine procedure offered by Morrison Clinic for appropriately selected patients with certain forms of disc-related back or neck pain.
The procedure uses an FDA-approved biologic fibrin sealant to address damaged spinal discs without traditional spine surgery. An evaluation is necessary to determine whether a patient’s symptoms and spinal condition make them a potential candidate.
Does Morrison Clinic offer second opinions for spine surgery?
Yes. If you have been told that you may need spine surgery, Morrison Clinic can evaluate your diagnosis, symptoms, imaging, and previous treatments to help you better understand your options.
Depending on your condition, your options may include continued conservative care, a minimally invasive treatment, motion-preserving surgery, or another surgical approach.
What types of spine surgery does Morrison Clinic perform?
Morrison Clinic offers a range of advanced spinal procedures, including minimally invasive spine surgery, endoscopic spine surgery, robotic spine surgery, spinal fusion, total disc replacement, spinal motion preservation, kyphoplasty, and other procedures for appropriately selected patients.
The recommended procedure depends on the underlying condition, symptoms, imaging findings, and individual treatment goals.
Does Morrison Clinic treat brain and neurological conditions?
Yes. In addition to spine care, Morrison Clinic provides specialized neurosurgical treatment for conditions affecting the brain and nervous system.
These include brain and skull base tumors, pituitary tumors, trigeminal neuralgia, cerebrovascular disorders, essential tremor, Parkinson’s disease tremors, and other complex neurological conditions.
Does Morrison Clinic offer non-invasive treatment for essential tremor?
Morrison Clinic offers High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) for appropriately selected patients with essential tremor or Parkinson’s disease tremors.
HIFU uses focused ultrasound energy to precisely target areas associated with tremor without traditional brain surgery or an implanted device. A specialized evaluation is required to determine candidacy.
Where does Morrison Clinic have locations?
Morrison Clinic has multiple locations serving patients across South Florida and New York, including offices in Delray Beach, Lake Worth Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Boca Raton, Stuart, Hollywood, Belle Glade, Palm Beach, Manhattan, Yonkers, and the Bronx.
Availability and services may vary by location. Contact Morrison Clinic at 561-284-8455 to determine the most appropriate location for your care.
Does Morrison Clinic offer concierge neurosurgery services?
Yes. Morrison Clinic offers concierge neurosurgery services for patients seeking a more personalized and coordinated care experience.
Concierge services can include enhanced access to your neurosurgeon, priority scheduling, assistance with pre-operative planning, coordination of care, accommodations, and post-operative support. These services can be particularly helpful for patients traveling to receive specialized neurosurgical or spine care.
Can I send my MRI or other imaging to Morrison Clinic before my consultation?
Yes. Morrison Clinic provides a secure online option for patients to upload relevant medical imaging for review.
If you have MRI, CT, X-ray, or other imaging related to your neurological or spine condition, having these studies available can help the care team better understand your diagnosis and prepare for your consultation.
