@annie1 my NS is located in FL, He’s with a group and has excellent reviews.
My first fusions were done in Jacksonville FL, by two different surgeons ( I changed when the first one retired, for my revision surgery and extension down one level.)
But I grew frustrated with the second NS, his lack of interest in helping me; he never showed me my MRI or Spect CT results, never went over them with me.
They ordered more tests, so instead I consulted a neurosurgeon in Daytona Beach, who scheduled me within six weeks of the consultation. First, he sat with me and showed me on those same MRI and CT Spect images, my bone on bone, on multiple levels, the bone spurs, all the damage. He also did a physical examination, which I had not gotten previously. You know, with the little hammer on the knees and ankles, testing your reflexes!
Having said all this, I don’t know his history of helping patients with osteoporosis, or his stats.
I relied on the referrals of people I knew; even our cardiologist, when I went for my six month checkup, commented positively about him and his associates.
I would urge you to consider the reputation of the surgeon you choose and do some reading about your medical history, condition, and your chances for success in recovery.