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Vertebroplasty

Treatment in Arizona

Mayo Clinic in Arizona offers both vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty.

Treatment Team

A specialist from Radiology (neuroradiologist) consults with patients and performs the vertebroplasty procedure. The patient's coordinating physician may refer the patient directly to Diagnostic Radiology for the procedure. Specialists in Endocrinology assist in the evaluation and treatment of the underlying osteoporosis most commonly associated with benign compression fractures of the spine. Rheumatology and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation have expertise in the managing spinal disorders without surgery. Neurological Surgery operates on patients with surgically treatable spinal disorders.

Appointments

For appointments or more information, call the Central Appointment Office at (800) 446-2279 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Mountain time Monday through Friday, or complete an online appointment request form.

Becoming a Patient

See information on patient services at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, including transportation and lodging options.

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