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Dr. Gerardo Zavala, MD

Neurosurgery•Male•Age 48

Neurosurgery

Dr. Gerardo Zavala, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in San Antonio, TX and has over 23 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Zavala has extensive experience in Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL SCHOOL AT SAN ANTONIO in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Methodist Hospital and South Texas Spine And Surgical Hospital. His office accepts new patients.

Dr. Gerardo Zavala, MD

Neurosurgery & Spine Consultants

4611 Centerview Ste 103 San Antonio, TX 78228
Accepting new patients
Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures, and More

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Frequently Treated by Dr. Zavala

Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Zavala treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Zavala treats other conditions, please contact the office at (210) 255-8935.

Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures

Spine specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the bones of the spine, including degenerative spine disease, herniated discs, stenosis, and fractured vertebrae, with treatments including medication, physical therapy, and surgery.Compare with other Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures specialists.

Dr. Zavala is experienced in the area of Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.

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Spinal Stenosis
Herniated Disc
Low Back Pain
Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
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Dr. Zavala's conditions and procedures:

  • Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
  • Bone Disorders
  • Brain Injury
  • Broken Neck
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
  • Cervical Spine Myelopathy
  • Chiari Malformation Type 1
  • Chiari Malformation Type 2
  • Chiari's Deformity
  • Compressed Spinal Cord
  • Compression Fracture
  • Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Dural Tear
  • Fracture
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Intervertebral Disc Disease
  • Low Back Pain
  • Lumbar Spine Fracture
  • Meningiomas
  • Myelopathy
  • Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
  • Neurostimulation
  • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
  • Osteoarthritis of Spine
  • Pathological Spine Fracture
  • Pituitary Tumor
  • Polyneuropathy
  • Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
  • Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
  • Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
  • Scoliosis
  • Secondary Malignancies
  • Spina Bifida
  • Spinal Cord Injury
  • Spinal Cord Tumor
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Spine Deformities
  • Spine Disorders
  • Spine Fractures, Traumatic
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Thoracic Spine Fracture
  • Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
  • Thrombosis
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Upper Back Pain
  • Vascular Disease
  • Vertebral Column Tumors

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Dr. Zavala accepts the following insurance:

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Ambetter
Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
Anthem
National (BlueCard) PPO
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
Blue Cross Blue Shield
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
HealthyBlue 2.0
HealthyBlue Advantage
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Cigna
Commercial Insurance Company
First Health
First Health (Coventry Health Care)
Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
GEHA
Humana
Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
Medicare
MultiPlan
Pyramid Life
Tricare
UnitedHealthCare
United Healthcare
WellCare

Dr. Zavala's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zavala

4.6

Based on 61 ratings

5 Star
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4 Star
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Physical therapy
Therapists are caring respectful and very knowledgeable to my needs
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Ercilia Hernandez – Nov 29, 2022
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Highly recommend Dr. Zavala
Dr. Zavala did a tremendous job. He is a real professional and is a gift from God. I am very satisfied with the outcome of my surgery. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Fernando Guerra – Nov 17, 2022
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New Quality of Life
For the past 10 years, I’ve been suffering with pain. My symptoms continued to worsen and had doctors that could not figure out what was wrong with me. I changed PCP and he referred me to Dr. Zavala in September. After critical observation and testing, he determined I needed surgery. Within a month he scheduled me for surgery. After surgery, I noticed an immediate difference in the way I walked. During my post surgery appointment, the staff was very helpful and thorough about the steps to recovery. Although I’m still in the recovery stages, I know I am going to have a better quality of life because of Dr. Zavala’s expertise and attentive staff.
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Frank M – Nov 14, 2022
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GREAT IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT
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GILBERT MCKINNEY – Sep 23, 2022
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Physical therapy
I didn’t see Dr Zavala. I had physical therapy. The therapist’s were great and really helped with my back pain. The reason for only three stars is the ridiculous rule about wearing masks. I would not go back there because exercising with a mask on is asinine.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Karen Bechard – Jun 02, 2022
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Physical Therapy
Steven and the crew were great, took their time with you and they knew what they were doing, made you look forward to PT
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Jim S – May 25, 2022
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Amazing clinic
From the time I walked in until the time I checked out, I was always being checked on to make sure all was well.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Steve B – Apr 07, 2022
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Believe !!!
I'm been a pt of the clinic for yrs. I started with dr Alberts...the after yrs of pain he was the only dr my pcp send me the look at me as a person in pain and need help not my size. He do a out pt. Surgery and a soon I was home I was like my normal me. But do to long wait I got some damage but still pain was less and function was better. Was refer to dr Zavala to help me out with my hands and been fee yrs feeling almost normal. Then i have a fall and Dr Z do a spine fusion...and I was asking nurses to let me walk instead of rolling over in bed and used a cath im stubborn when come to independent. Then after almost a yr he was the only dr the believe me my headache and other symptoms was no migraine...he put a VP shunt on me after testing to confirmed i do not was having migraine. Waking up with just discomfort from the incisions and no headaches was like a miracle. Have few more surgeries with him gor revision but im great thanks to all my Angels in the clinic. They are my family now.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Ms. Barbie T. – Apr 02, 2022
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Trato profesional y agradable, muy confiable y agradecida por la operación que me volvió a mi vida normal, trato amable del dr. Zavala y su equipo.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Maria Del rosario – Mar 08, 2022
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They don’t support there patients with their needs.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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Ramiro Del Bosque – Dec 10, 2021
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I had an extensive back surgery this past July, repairing the S1 to the L2 discs. Dr Zavala and his team made the experience easier to deal with when normally any back surgery can be one of the most painful things you can go through. I recently found out that I had 2 spinal fractures at the L1 and L2 which landed me in the ER. Again Dr Zavala and his team took wonderful care of me. This was on a Sunday afternoon and he dropped everything to come and meet with me to discuss the issue, what to expect, what his plans were to correct the problem and to make sure I received the medical attention I needed. The pain prior to the surgery was so extreme, to where I could barely walk. But now, after having the procedure done, I feel such relief, and I am so grateful to Dr Zavala for what he has done to help me through a very difficult issue. He is the most compassionate and caring doctor I have ever dealt with, and I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lauriann Azzati – Nov 18, 2021
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Dr. Zavala’s office and hospital are the most considerate and professional people I have ever dealt with. On top of Doctor Zavala’s surgical skills being number one in the state, if not the nation, his staff and hospital facilities are second to none. After extensive research for a back surgeon, and several references from previous patients and other doctors, I found Dr. Zavala’s ratings and recommendations to be among the highest… and well deserved! I had been suffering for over 6 months with severe pain in my lower back due to severe stenosis of the spine brought on by arthritis. From the moment I awoke from surgery, the back pain was completely gone! For the first time in over 6 months I finally had relief! I followed up with PT and I feel like I am back to normal! I would highly recommend Dr. Zavala to anyone looking for EXCELLENT results!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Ed Haught – Nov 06, 2021
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Dr Zavala is great! Just one recommendation it would be great if you have more one on one consultation with you patient after surgery. I met with Dr Zavala one time and it was before my procedure after that -not even in the hospital, I talk te to him- I only have seen the PA. Don’t give wrong he is a great doctor, he just need more time with your patients.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 27, 2021
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I had a 3 level cervical fusion and disectomy completed by Dr Zavala at the end of November. His surgical hospital treated me VERY well! I have listed a few pro/con’s from the past 9 weeks that will hopefully help anyone reading these reviews! Pro’s -Short wait times. -Dr Zavala called me after hours when I was having fears about surgery and not sure which surgery/surgeon to go with. He spent almost 20 minutes discussing my concerns via a last minute Zoom visit. -BEAUTIFUL office. VERY NICE STAFF. -They take CDC measures to prevent coronavirus spread, THANK YOU! -After surgery my left leg and left hand weakness have steadily improved! -Dr Zavala was very straight forward, I respect that. He told me surgery may not improve my current pain and that we are doing it to stop progression of weakness. -Incision looks AMAZING! Con’s -Med assistant instructed me to wear the CMF Spinalogic bone stimulator around my waist instead of my surgical site (neck). I am a nurse and questioned this but
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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Jan 31, 2021
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My name is Lisa and I am 62 years old. I was injured in an auto accident 3 1/2 years ago. For 2 years I was unsuccessfully treated by numerous doctors using many different modalities. About a year ago, I lost use and feeling of my right leg and foot. At that point, a podiatrist said that it was coming from my spine injury. I looked up a surgeon who had 5 star ratings and found Dr. Zavala. Although, he was a little hesitant to take my case because so much damage had happened to the nerves feeding my right leg and foot, and it had been going on so long, he knew success was unlikely. However, after meeting me and noting that I definitely had a positive attitude, and was willing to do the work before, during and after the surgery, he decided it was worth the effort. Two weeks ago he did surgery that enlarged the openings for the nerves and removed the bulging disc tissue. Within three days I was able to move my foot for the first time in over a year. I highly recommend Dr. Zavala! Thanks!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Lisa Cafiero – Jan 30, 2021
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I truly enjoyed my PT sessions. The therapist were so kind and attentive. They encouraged me and showed me that they cared very much about my well being. My pain has gone down quite a bit and I am more mobile. I am able to keep paint bay with the excerises I was shown.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Grace Perez – Dec 31, 2020
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some years back i had a lower back spine surgery with doctor gerardo zavala and my experian was so good he bring me back to life until nowdays i would like to have the oportunity to thank's doctor zavala and to all his stuff for all work they putting on me and againg thank you doctor zavala, Sincery: luciano
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Luciano Zepeda – Nov 29, 2020
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recently i had a spine surgery with a doctor gerardo zavala and thanks god and doctor zavala everything was over expectation until now i feel great and i hope i continue ok till my ful recovery i would like to thank doctor zavala for his profesiolistmo for his care and his kindnnes and to all his team. and thank you againg doctor zavala and to all you staff sincery Sandra Zepeda
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Sandra Zepeda – Nov 29, 2020
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Excellent
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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J.Soto – Nov 18, 2020
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My visit was a very positive experience. Dr. Zavala has very good bedside manners and cares very much about his patients. I went in to see Dr. Zavala with a very excruciating pain on my back and after surgery came out feeling great. I highly recommend Dr. Zavala He is the best!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Diana Cisneros – Oct 13, 2020
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Care Philosophy

My philosophy with surgical intervention is to ``proceed with caution``. Surgery is an invasive endeavor, which should be addressed with mutual respect...Read more

Biography

Gerardo Zavala II, MD is a bilingual San Antonio native. He has extensive surgical training in minimally invasive spinal surgery, scoliosis correction,...Read more
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Specialties

  • Neurosurgery

Board Certifications

  • Neurosurgery
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Education

2008
Loyola University
Fellowship Hospital
2008
Loyola University
Residency Hospital
2001
University of Texas Health Science Center
Internship Hospital
2000
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL SCHOOL AT SAN ANTONIO
Medical School
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Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Does Dr. Gerardo Zavala, MD accept any insurance plans?

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Does Dr. Gerardo Zavala, MD accept new patients?

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What are Dr. Gerardo Zavala, MD's top areas of expertise?

Dr. Zavala specializes in Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures. See more on Healthgrades.

What conditions does Dr. Gerardo Zavala, MD treat?

Dr. Zavala frequently treats the following conditions: Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disc, and Low Back Pain. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Gerardo Zavala, MD's office address?

Dr. Zavala's office is located at 4611 Centerview Ste 103, San Antonio, TX 78228. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

What languages is Dr. Gerardo Zavala, MD fluent in?

Dr. Zavala is able to speak Spanish and English. View profile to see all.

Is Dr. Gerardo Zavala, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Gerardo Zavala, MD is affiliated with Methodist Hospital and South Texas Spine And Surgical Hospital.

Is Dr. Gerardo Zavala, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. Gerardo Zavala, MD holds board certifications in Neurosurgery.

How much experience does Dr. Gerardo Zavala, MD have?

Dr. Zavala has over 22 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. Gerardo Zavala, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 4.6/5 for Dr. Gerardo Zavala, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider listened & answered questions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

Locations

Neurosurgery & Spine Consultants

Neurosurgery & Spine Consultants4611 Centerview Ste 103 San Antonio, TX 78228
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Zavala is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.

Methodist Hospital

San Antonio, TX

73% Patients that would definitely recommend, 3% higher than the national average

28 Awards Received

Award Highlight: State Ranking Award - Coronary Intervention™ (2023)

South Texas Spine And Surgical Hospital

San Antonio, TX

89% Patients that would definitely recommend, 19% higher than the national average

6 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)

St. Lukes Baptist Hospital

San Antonio, TX

6 Awards Received