Dr. Raul A. Rodas D.O., FACOS
Neurosurgeon
755 Stirling center place Lake Mary Florida, 32746About
Dr. Raul Rodas has over 35 years of expert experience in complex and minimally invasive spinal and brain surgery and practices Neurological Surgery in Lake Mary, Florida and St. Augustine Florida. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Rodas prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.
Education and Training
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine D.O. 1983
Board Certification
Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS- 1983
Provider Details
Dr. Raul A. Rodas D.O., FACOS's Expert Contributions
What is the best treatment for sciatica?
SI joint steroid injections is the best way to diagnose and to treat pain. READ MORE
Can nerve damage in the back be treated without surgery?
Steroid injections can treat back pain as well as to diagnose the nerves involved. READ MORE
Can a pinched nerve cause tingling all over the body?
A pinched nerve may cause local tingling, but not tingling over the entire body. READ MORE
Do I need a neurosurgeon or an orthopedic surgeon for back problems?
When it comes to your spine with all its nerves, always trust a Neurosurgeon. A Neurosurgeon has the most knowledge in this area. READ MORE
What can be done for neuropathy in the hands?
I know this can be very painful. There is medication that can help with nerve pain. I would also consult a hand surgeon as well. READ MORE
Is surgery necessary for herniated disk?
There are many people who live with herniated disc. The question to ask yourself is the herniated disc causing you pain and is there functional issues beginning to manifest such as foot drop, bowel or bladder inconvenience. Any of these symptoms is an emergency situation that needs to be addressed immediately. READ MORE
Expert Publications
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Treatments
- Pinched Nerve
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Herniated Disc
- Spinal Stenosis
- Brain Aneurysm
- Brain And Spine Infections
- Brain Aneurysm, Brain Tumor
- Brain Biopsy
- Brain Cancer, Lung Cancer, Stereotactic Radiosurgery And More
- Brain Imaging (neuroimaging), Headache, Movement Disorders And More
- Spine (back) & Neck Surgery (spinal Fusion)
- Spine disc related pain
- Spine facet and nerve root pain
- Spine facet injection
- Spine injections
- Spine Reconstruction, Cervical Spine Surgery, Lumbar Spine Surgery And More
- Neck Surgery, Spine Surgery, Robotic Surgery And More
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Dr. Raul A. Rodas D.O., FACOS's reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Rodas
- Carter
Spends a lot of time explaining and going over options. Best surgeon in Florida. I can't say enough good things. Wish I could give 10stars
- Donna
Best neurosurgeon in Florida hands down. Very compassionate and takes his time
- Margaret
Dr Robas lacks follow up skills. Dr. Robas never spoke to me after first or second surgery on my husband despite many attempts to reach him. Dr Robas causes a lot of inconvience and needless travel for patient by not keeping appointments. Dr Robas receptionist is a nasty and confused person in my opinion. No bedside manner. Operated on my husband in a very weaked condition. Did not tell wife he was going to do surgery at the time he did it. I would not recommend him.
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