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Dr. Melvin Makhni, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 39
Dr. Melvin Makhni, MD
5.0 (57 Ratings)
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Dr. Melvin Makhni, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Jamaica Plain, MA.
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Dr. Melvin Makhni, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 39
Jamaica Plain, MA
Accepting new patients
Dr. Melvin Makhni, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Jamaica Plain, MA.

About

Dr. Makhni graduated from HARVARD Medical School and completed a residency at Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Melvin Makhni, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Jamaica Plain, MA. Dr. Makhni currently practices at Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Comprehensive Spine Center and are affiliated with Brigham and Women's Hospital. Dr. Makhni has experience treating conditions like Degenerative Disc Disease, Intervertebral Disc Disease and Spondylolisthesis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Makhni received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 57 times. Dr. Makhni's office accepts new patients. Dr. Makhni also speaks Spanish. Dr. Makhni is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Degenerative Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Spondylolisthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Spondylolisthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Spondylolisthesis
Back Pain
Herniated Disc
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Joint Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Radiculopathy
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Thoracic Stenosis
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Spinal Fusion
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Cervical Herniated Disc
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Gout
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Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Lateral Epicondylitis
Limb Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Herniated Disc
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Sprain
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Pelvic Fracture
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacral Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Spondylitis
Tarlov Cyst
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Whiplash
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Anterior Cervical Herniated Disc Surgery With Fusion
Artificial Disc Replacement
Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
Complex Spine Surgery
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Image-Guided Spine Surgery
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Microsurgical Spine Surgery
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities

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Locations

  1. 1 Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Comprehensive Spine Center
    1153 Centre St Ste 5, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 983-7680
  2. 2 Brigham and Women's Hospital, Orthopaedic and Arthritis Center
    60 Fenwood Rd # 2, Boston, MA 02115
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 732-5322
  3. 3 Brigham and Women's/Mass General Health Care Center at Foxborough
    20 Patriot Pl, Foxboro, MA 02035
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (866) 378-9164
  4. 4 Dermatology Specialty Clinic
    20 Patriot Pl, Foxboro, MA 02035
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 983-7179
  5. 5 Brigham and Women's Hospital
    75 Francis St, Boston, MA 02115
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 525-8723
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

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5.0
Based on 57 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (0)

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Dec 01, 2023
I have had ongoing issues with my spine and Dr. Makhni and his team have helped to significantly improve my daily life with their work, and I will always be grateful.
— Dec 01, 2023
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • HARVARD Medical School
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Columbia University Medical Center
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Columbia University Medical Center
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Spine Fellowship, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Neurosurgery, Columbia University Medical Center
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Melvin Makhni, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Makhni's profile.

Dr. Makhni frequently treats the following conditions: Degenerative Disc Disease, Intervertebral Disc Disease and Spondylolisthesis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Melvin Makhni, MD is affiliated with Brigham and Women's Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Melvin Makhni, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    75 Francis St, Boston, MA