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Patricia Spinnler

Patricia Spinnler

North Haledon, NJ

Shoulder Pain Causes, Conditions and Treatments

Patricia Spinnler

I was saved from rotator cuff surgery. Before surgery, I could not lift my left arm. Dr. DiFelice sent me to a neurologist who immediately sent me to Dr. Girardi where I had emergency spinal fusion (C4, C5, C6 & C7). I would have ended up in a wheelchair if I had not been properly diagnosed. I am very thankful for all my doctors and nurses and staff at HSS.

HSS Providers

Gregory S. DiFelice, MD

Gregory S. DiFelice, MD

Trauma and Sports Medicine Surgeon

Federico P. Girardi, MD

Federico P. Girardi, MD

Spine Surgeon

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