Spine Surgery Testimonials

I have had spine problems since I was in my early 30's. I initially had back pain and eventually had leg pain. The leg pain was excruciating. I had tried everything. I was at UNC Chapel Hill with my wife and talking to a staff member. She saw the way I was walking and asked me what was wrong. I told her I had a back and leg problem. I told her I had seen several surgeons but was not sure what to do. She told me that I should see Dr. Mathur. She told me that he used to be a professor at UNC and then went to private practice. She told me how great he was and how everyone at UNC still sends their patients to him. I saw Dr. Mathur and she was right. He spent 20 minutes going over the MRI and the possibility of surgery. When I told him that I may get a second opinion --he was more than happy to provide some names of other surgeons and made a copy of my X-rays for me to take. I thought he would be upset but he said that I should be comfortable with the surgeon and he was not offended. I actually did not get a second opinion because I liked him so much. Make a long story short, he did an outpatient lumbar fusion and I have my life back. He made two small incisions on my back and somehow did a fusion. I am back to a normal life with almost no back pain. My leg is doing great. I just started ballroom dance with my wife. Thank You Dr. Mathur and the staff at Cary Orthopaedics.

~Anonymous

I am highly impressed with Dr. Mathur's professionalism and follow up care. I feel very comfortable with him since I started seeing him.

~J. Wilkes

Dr. Mathur was willing to answer my questions even outside of the office. He spent a half hour on the phone with me after hours. Dr. Mathur is very patent and caring. I feel Dr. Mathur had my best interest at heart.

~M. Kilgore

I was very impressed with Dr. Mathur and the care he provided me. The recovery time for surgery as he estimated was correct. He is an extremely skilled spinal surgeon. He did an amazing job on my L4-L5 fusion. I feel as if I never had back surgery. I would like to thank him for everything he did for me. Dr. Mathur is #1 in my book. I would highly recommend Dr. Mathur to anyone with back problems.

~Anonymous

Dr. Mathur is very professional and kind. He was extremely concerned about my condition. I can now work in my garden and was unable to do that prior to surgery. Dr. Mathur is excellent at what he does.

~Anonymous

Dr. Mathur demonstrates the most professional expertise and compassionate care in his widely recognized work in spinal surgery. I required a kyphoplasty to repair a compressed vertebrae as a result of an accident. His professional supportive team focuses on patients need and remains with you and your concerns until full recovery. I am so grateful and appreciative to know Dr. Mathur and his team.

~D.Kitay

Everything in Dr. Mathur's office has been awesome including physical therapy. I have had a great experience in my office visits. Dr. Mathur has been very thorough. I appreciate the care I have received.

~Anonymous

Dr. Mathur's staff has been very professional and courteous. Staff was willing to work with my schedule to schedule in different offices. Dr. Mathur was wonderful.

~A. Larson

Dr. Mathur took a lot of time to explain the procedure. He made me feel comfortable with proceeding with the procedure. He showed compassion and empathy for me. Dr. Mathur's clinical staff and nurse made me feel comfortable as well to proceed with surgery. Dr. Mathur went above and beyond with my care.

~D.Taylor

I can not say enough good things about Dr. Mathur.  He is professional, articulate, charismatic, considerate, extremely knowledgeable, kind....the list can go on and on.  He was patient with me, yet firm in letting me know exactly what needed to be done.  He discussed everything with me, and never made me feel like just another patient. He encouraged me to get a second opinion, but I knew I already had the best!  His staff is fabulous as well. They laughed with me, they cried with me, they were always there to hold my hand. 3 spine surgeries later and I am doing great, and I am their biggest supporter. Dr. Mathur is simply AWESOME!

~N.Carnell

I had a disk herniation in my neck. I went to see a spine surgeon who recommended immediate surgery to prevent nerve damage. We were so scared that we went to see a second opinion and we are so glad that we did. Dr. Mathur did a thorough examination and reviewed the MRI. He did not feel that surgery was needed and sent me to physical therapy and then for a cervical injection. I am now completely pain free and no surgery.....thanks to Dr. Mathur. We tell all of our friends about him.

~Anonymous

Tried everything non-surgical first. I was referred by one of the UNC docs to him. My doc told me he was the best and he was correct. He spent so much time explaining my condition and showing me animated videos of the surgery. After several office visits, I decided to proceed with surgery. I had a fusion done as an outpatient!!! You hear horror stories about spine surgery but my surgery was easy and had excellent results. I am in physical therapy right now but could not be happier. Thanks Dr. Mathur and Melissa (his nurse) for all that you did for me.

~Anonymous

I was very pleased with my kyphoplasty that Dr. Mathur performed. My pain level is 50%-60% better. He has really helped me regain my quality of life. Dr. Mathur is my new best friend!

~L.B.