Texas Spine & Neurosurgery - Minimally Invasive Surgery for Sciatic Pain, Radiculopathy and Spinal Stenosis

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Main Office: (254) 732-3987
Fax Number: (254) 732-3823
Regional Offices: (903) 740-0915 | (817) 404-5390
(361) 799-2200 | (940) 445-8117
Toll Free Number: (844) Meet Dr Z
(844) 633-8379

Spinal Specialist

Meet Dr. Z

Steven C. Zielinski, MD, CM, FRCSC

Diplomate of the American Board of Neurological Surgery

  • Founder & President, Texas Spine & Neurosurgery
  • Founder & CEO, Zielinski Medical Technologies
  • Founder & Editor in Chief, Texas Spine and Neurosurgery Journal

Texas Hospital Affiliations

Education & Credentials

Education:

  • 2006 – Diplomate of the American Board of Neurological Surgeons
  • 2003 – F.R.C.S.C., Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, Ontario, Canada
  • 2001-2002 – Stanford University, California, Vascular Neurosurgery
  • 1995 – M.D. C.M., McGill University, Montreal, Canada
  • 1991 – Pre-Medical Program, McGill University, Montreal, Canada

Awards & Honors:

  • 2003 – Money Magazine: Ranked First in Back & Neck Surgery on West Coast of the U.S.A.
  • 1990-1995 – Dean’s List, McGill University
  • 1990-1994 – Pratt and Whitney Scholarship, GPA of 3.5 +
  • 1993 – J.W. McConnell Award, Top 5% of Medical Class

Medical Licensure:

  • 2007-present – State of Texas

Experience

Professional Experience:

  • 2016 – present: Founder & Editor in Chief, Texas Spine and Neurosurgery Journal, Texas
  • 2010 – present: Founder & President, Texas Spine & Neurosurgery, Texas
  • 2008 – present: Founder & CEO, Zielinski Medical Technologies, Texas
  • 2007 – present: Neurosurgeon, Texas
  • 2004 – 2007: Neurosurgeon, Colorado
  • 2002 – 2004: Neurosurgeon, California

Fellowships/Residences:

  • 2001-2002 – Cerebrovascular Fellowship, Stanford University, Palo Alto, California
  • 1995-2001 – Neurosurgical Residency, Montreal Neurological Hospital, Montreal, Canada

Publications, Presentations & Research

Publications:

  • “Heat Shock Protein Immunoreactivity in CSF: Correlation with Oligoclonal Banding and Demyelinating Disease,” S.Prabhakar, M.B.; E. Kurien, M.D.; R.S. Gupta, Ph.D.; S. Zielinski; and M.S. Freedman, M.D., Neurology, Volume 44, Number 9, September, 1994.
  • “Reactivity of Anti-GM1 Antibodies with Peripheral Nerve: Correlation with Clinical Phenotype,” Submitted, 2nd Author, 1994.

Presentations:

  • “Carotid Endarterectomy: Short and Long term Re-Stenosis in Patched versus Non-Patched Patients,” 2002 Annual Meeting AANS: S. Zielinski M.D. C.M., S.D.Chang M.D., G.K. Steinberg, M.D., Ph.D.

Funded Grants and Research:

  • 1999 – Mechanisms of Astrocyte Proliferation, Growth & Process Formation, Supervised By: Dr. Jack Antel, David Kaplan, Ph.D.
  • 1992 – Immunohistochemical Characteristics of Anti-Nerve Antibodies in Clinical Motor Neuropathies, Montreal Neurological Hospital, Supervised By: Dr. Mark Freedman
  • 1991 – Anti-Mag Antibody Staining Patterns in Peripheral Nerve Tissue, Montreal Neurological Hospital, Supervised By: Dr. Mark Freedman
  • 1991 – The Role of Antibodies in the Pathogenesis of Peripheral Neuropathies, Montreal Neurological Hospital, Supervised By: Dr. Mark Freedman

Other Information

LANGUAGES:  English & French

HOBBIES & INTERESTS:

  • Skiing
  • Wakeboarding
  • Scuba Diving, PADI Certified
  • Martial Arts, Ju Jitsu & Kali
  • Pilot IFR, Multi Engine, Commercial Rating

About Texas Spine & Neurosurgery

Performing screw free and metal free spinal surgery! Texas Spine & Neurosurgery is a neurosurgical practice which specializes in the coordination of both surgical and conservative treatment options.  We treat herniated discs, spinal stenosis, radiculopathy, spondylolisthesis, spondylosis, pars defects, spinal fractures, back pain, neck pain, carpal tunnel, and many other disorders of the spine and nerves. We are skilled in the use of both microsurgical and minimally invasive procedures on the neck and back, as well as more complicated procedures. At Texas Spine & Neurosurgery we can also do lumbar, thoracic, and cervical discectomies, laminectomies, and fusions. In order to ensure quality, all our partners which  provide operative locations must meet our strict standards for excellence. To that end, we both require and provide specific training  for staff both inside and outside the operating room. All centers are required to meet state of the art technological standards with regard  to equipment, procedures and protocols in order to become a Texas Spine & Neurosurgery partner. We never rely on marketing gimmicks like "lasers" or "robots" to get your attention. We simply provide the best quality care and emphasize the ability for patients to have a choice in how they are treated. Whenever possible, conservative treatment options are always considered before surgery. At Texas Spine and Neurosurgery, we coordinate with high quality local providers and we help to oversee and coordinate care, including but not limited  to  pain management, physical therapy, anti-inflammatory therapy, bracing, massage therapy, chiropractic  therapy, acupuncture, and pool therapy. Above all, our philosophy allows and encourages patients  to  try  the least invasive treatment before progressing to more invasive therapies. At Texas Spine & Neurosurgery, we specialize in  the  treatment of disorders of the spine and peripheral nerves, but our  primary goal is to help stop the suffering associated with these disorders. Our History. Texas Spine & Neurosurgery was founded by Dr. Steven Zielinski, a Stanford trained neurosurgeon who believes in giving patients the freedom to control their own healthcare, in partnership with their chosen physician. Texas Spine & Neurosurgery is a patient-centered practice that brings first class spine care to local communities and to patients.  Texas Spine & Neurosurgery started as a small collaboration with local … Learn More

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Texas Spine & Neurosurgery specializes in the surgical treatment of disorders of the spine and peripheral nerves. Please contact us if you have questions or wish to schedule an appointment.

Waco

4515 Lake Shore Drive
Waco, TX 76710

Mineral Wells

400 SW 25th Avenue H
Mineral Wells, TX 76067

Yoakum

1200 Carl Ramert Drive
Yoakum, Tx 77995

Kenedy

3349 U.S. 181 Suite 7
Kenedy, TX 78119

Groesbeck

625 McClintic Drive
Groesbeck, TX 76642

Fairfield

764 W. Commerce
Fairfield, TX 75840

Stephenville

150 River North Blvd.
Stephenville, TX 76401

Nacogdoches

1204 N Mound Street
Nacogdoches, TX 75961

Cuero

2550 N Esplanade St.
Cuero, TX 77954

Hillsboro

1323 E Franklin, Ste. 102
Hillsboro, TX 76645

Victoria

4405 Lilac Ln.
Victoria, TX 77901

Toll Free Number:
(844) Meet Dr Z
(844) 633-8379

Main Office:
(254) 732-3987

Regional Offices:
(903) 740-0915
(817) 404-5390
(361) 799-2200
(940) 445-8117

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