Dr. James G. Lindley, MD, FACS, FAANS

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Expert in Complex Spine Disorders and Minimally Invasive Techniques Committed to Patient-Centered Care

With a wealth of experience in treating spinal and intracranial conditions, Dr. Lindley stands out as a board-certified neurological surgeon at the Neurological & Spine Institute. His dedication to providing the highest standard of care is evident in his belief that an accurate diagnosis is the cornerstone of successful treatment. He emphasizes the importance of investing quality time with each patient, drawing upon his decades of surgical experience to ensure comprehensive evaluations.

From the outset of his medical career, he discovered a profound passion for complex spine disorders, which would ultimately shape his practice. His expertise encompasses a wide range of neurosurgical specialties, including minimally invasive spine surgery, cervical and lumbar disc replacement, spinal deformity correction, degenerative disc disease management, herniated disc treatment, spinal stenosis, spine tumor excision, spinal cord injury rehabilitation, and spinal trauma intervention.

Academically, Dr. Lindley earned his medical degree from the esteemed Medical University of South Carolina. He subsequently completed his internship in general surgery and his residency in neurosurgery at the Bowman Gray School of Medicine/Wake Forest University Medical Center. Licensed to practice in both Georgia and South Carolina, he maintains affiliations with several prominent medical institutions, including Candler Hospital, Memorial Health University Medical Center, and Effingham Health System. Notably, he served as Chief of Staff at Saint Joseph’s Hospital from 2007 to 2009.

On a professional level, he is an active member of several professional medical organizations, including the American Medical Association, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, where he holds Fellow status. His commitment to advancing the field of neurological surgery is reflected in his board certification by the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS).

A recognized leader in research, Dr. Lindley has served as principal investigator on multiple clinical investigations, including cervical disc replacement and lumbar facet replacement. He made history in 2010 by performing the first posterolateral lumbar disc replacement in the United States in Savannah. His contributions to the medical community have earned him numerous accolades, including the Georgia Medical Society Health Care Heroes Award in 2011 and the Patients’ Choice Award in 2018.

As an author and presenter, he has contributed to the medical literature on topics ranging from degenerative spinal conditions to intracranial aneurysms, solidifying his status as a thought leader in neurosurgery. 

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