David Chang, MD

Dr Chang has been treating for over a year now and I decided to have a L5-​S1 disc fusion surgery after all treatments have failed. Dr Chang has explained every step of the way and takes the time to speak with you and explain everything. It’s been almost two months since my surgery and my sciatic nerve pain is completely gone. My back is coming along and I have no regrets at all. Thank you Dr Chang.

i just went through lower back surgery consisting of spinal fusion of 3 vertebrae and decompressive laminotomy for stenosis which Dr. David Chang performed. He came highly recommended and he did not disappoint. I started my adventure with Dr. Chang over a year ago. After consulting with him, I tried two cortisone shots over a period of 8 months, with disappointing results. The first shot left me pain free for a month. After a few months, I tried a second shot which only worked for two weeks. I was impressed that Dr. Chang never tried to pressure me into having surgery. He simply told me my options and all the risks. It is the third week since my surgery and my pre-​surgery symptoms consisting of severe spinal stenosis and sciatica and I am happy to report that I am 100% pain free. The symptoms are now nonexistent and I am well on my way total recovery.

Dr. Chang is a great doctor. I saw several surgeons before Dr. Chang, and he was the only one who took the time to explain to me all of my options. I never felt pressured to have surgery and I was very impressed by how thorough he was when reviewing my test results. My surgery was very successful and I was very pleased by the care I received at the hospital and in my post op visits.

Dr Chang is an amazing doctor.
I’ve used my body over the years and yet continue to workout most days. I first saw Dr Chang 2009 regarding what I thought was a back problem from a 1988 fusion. I was wrong. He assured me my back was strong & referred me to a hip doctor. Needless to say, he was on target.
I had occasion to return to his office for pain shooting through my right (opposite from previous issue) hip and down my leg. My PT suggested my back was the issue. Dr Chang saw me the day I called. Can you say lucky!
He examined me, made a suggestion for care as I was leaving the next day for a 4 day trip to Boston. The meds he prescribed were perfect for my degree of pain. The following Friday, I had an appointment for MRI & CT scan. The results were electronically sent to his office. I walked across the street where he saw me after a short delay. I didn’t need an appointment due to the possible delays with the tests.
The course of treatment prescribed as a result of the scans was conservative. I like that approach. Ultimately, I had surgery August 1, 2013. Dr Chang’s followup care was perfect for me. He is my kind of surgeon. He is compassionate, caring and personal with every aspect of his care.
I’ve recommended him multiple times when people ask me who my Doctor was/​is.
I agree with Gary S. Dr Chang is the man!

I’m very glad I went to Dr. Chang as I ended up needing surgery for my L5-​S1. He made sure to exhaust all options before surgery (I had a total of two cortisone shots one in November and one in January). Unfortunately they didn’t work so I had a microscopic lumbar discectomy which went really well. One thing I will point out — be sure to bring a list of questions for him as he will review the basics with you but anything beyond that isn’t brought up. He’s very skilled at his profession and I would feel comfortable going back to him for any future problems.

Dr. Chang is an amazing surgeon. His specialty is diagnosing and fixing really complex back and neck problems. If you have a serious spine issue and need the best available medical help to figure it out and fix it ASAP, Dr. Chang is your man!