Dr. Murray is a board certified spine surgeon at the Christiana Spine Center specializing in a wide range of surgical procedures ranging from outpatient minimally invasive surgery to complex spinal reconstructions for spinal deformity. Dr. Murray earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha society and graduated with honors. He then completed an orthopedic surgery residency at Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois followed by a spine fellowship at the Emory Spine Center in Atlanta, Georgia. Prior to beginning practice at the Christiana Spine Center, Dr. Murray was a faculty member at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. While practicing in Baltimore he was involved in spinal surgery research and education of orthopedic surgery residents earning the Golden Apple Award for excellence in teaching and mentorship. Dr. Murray has also published multiple scientific articles, lectured at national spine conferences and has served as an instructor, teaching surgical techniques to practicing spine surgeons.
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-Liz Wohner in North East, MD | Dec 15, 2016
I was sent to Dr. Murray for surgery to replace a cervical disc. Dr. Murray is very easy to talk to, and took as much time as needed to answer all of my questions and to make it very clear what I could expect with the surgery and the recovery.
On the day of the surgery Dr. Murray came to see me in pre-op to make sure I was comfortable and that all my questions had been answered. He again saw me after the surgery to let me know everything went well. I highly recommend him to anyone.
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Wilmington, DE | Nov 10, 2016
I was very pleased by Dr. Murray's attention to my questions and the clarity with which he answered them. He discussed surgical and other options with me intelligently, including risks and expected outcomes. He seemed very willing to spend as much time with me as was needed to discuss all of my concerns.
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-Steve K in Hockessin, DE | Sep 16, 2016
Dr. Murray is easy to talk to. He listens to you and does not make you feel rushed. I feel confident and on the same page with him after our first meeting and that has continued throughout our history. His follow up post surgery was the best and I would include his staff with that statement also. After discharging me from the hospital a few days after my surgery I had to return to the hospital with issues not related to my surgery. Dr. Murray continued to check in on me every day. Thank You Dr.
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-JoanM in Newark, DE | Aug 31, 2016
Dr. Murray has a friendly open manner and is a great communicator - he listens carefully and explains things well. My lumbar fusion was a success and very easy to recover from. Follow up was great - he is easy to contact and called me twice in addition to the post-op in-hospital visit. I have already recommended him to a friend who had a fusion two years ago and now needs more work.
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-Janet C. in Glen Mills, PA | Aug 23, 2016
Before having spine surgery I did my homework... I got an opinion from another surgeon in Delaware and also went to the Rothman Institute. Dr. Murray exceeded my expectations and stood out, head and shoulders above the other doctors both as a surgeon and in his ability to connect with his patients.
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-Wallace Bell in Wyoming, DE | Aug 16, 2016
Very considerate, professional and has excellent relationships with his patients. Excellent doctor and surgeon. Would recommend to any person having back or leg issues.
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-Rosemarie Metcalfe in Bear, Delaware | Aug 16, 2016
Dr. Murray was wonderful and very professional. he was very compassionate and spent a great deal of time answering all of my questions and concerns. He and his staff were quick to call me back when I had questions. I felt great immediately after surgery. I would definitely recommend him to family and friends. The surgery was a great success and I have not felt pain free in many years.
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-Andrew Dubinsky in Bear, DE | Jul 27, 2016
Dr. Murray was very professional and did a great job in explaining my options. He explained my situation in terms that I could understand and gave me his recommendation on the course of action that would benefit me the most. I was very satisfied with my end results from my back surgery. I would recommend Dr. Murray to anyone suffering lower back pain.
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-Dana Frail in Wilmington, DE | Jul 19, 2016
The consideration during the consultation, and the feeling of ease, made this experience so much easier. The staff and doctor were wonderful, and easy to talk with during the entire experience. The time everyone took to explain procedures was very helpful.
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-Kevin C in Hockessin, DE | Jul 08, 2016
I can't say enough good things about Dr. Murray. At first I was hesitant about surgery but he was able to explain everything so that I could understand and put me at ease. The results of surgery are even better that I had hoped!
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-Christine Brown in Middletown, DE | Jun 09, 2016
He was very easy to talk to. He explained my options. He listened carefully to my concerns and questions. He wanted to make sure I understood and that he had answered everything satisfactorily. I did not feel rushed at all when at my appointments.
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-Kenneth Faw in Lewes, DE | May 19, 2016
Dr Murray was recommended to me by Dr Scott Roberts. After (2) consults, we decided that a laminectomy would be a viable alternative and long term solution to deal with my chronic discomfort and pain due to spinal stenosis. Through out this process, Dr Murray was very patient, listened, answered all my questions, displayed thorough knowledge my condition and how to address it. To his credit, he did not push this procedure on me, but made sure I had enough info to make an educated decision.
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-John L in New Castle DE | May 11, 2016
Great bedside. I have had low back pain for over 20 years. After surgery I don't have constant pain. No pain medication required.
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-Patricia in Wilmington, DE | Apr 26, 2016
Extremely competent. Great personality
Totally pleased with the whole experience
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-Nancy M in Townsend, DE | Mar 21, 2016
Dr. Murray was amazing when I met him in the emergency room with a ruptured disc. He ordered a couple tests, and had a plan when he came in. Operated the very next morning and my pain went from a 10 to a 0. No issues since and my followup appointment went smoothly - he offered PT if I felt I needed it (wow - a doctor that cares what the patient thinks!). I would absolutely go to him again or send a family member to him as my first choice.
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-Jonathan brown Jr in Wilmington, DE | Mar 18, 2016
Dr. Murray has been one of the best doctors I've ever encountered in my lifetime, very genuine at heart and his upfront honest in comfort has given me no regrets of ever getting my microdisectomy performed his step by step process was gratifying and understandable being that this is my first surgery if i have to do it again Dr. Murray will be the first person i call.
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Newark, DE | Feb 16, 2016
I saw Dr. Murray as a third opinion. I was told that I would need a spinal fusion and that I would be in the hospital for three or four days. Dr. Murray told me that he could do a minimally invasive surgery and that I would go home the next day. I thought it was too good to be true, but Dr. Murray was true to his word! My entire experience was great from start to finish!!
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-Trudie B in Middletown, DE | Feb 11, 2016
Very thorough. Explained everything clearly. As I was leaving the hospital outpatient area after the surgery, he met me to see how I was. He also left a detailed Vmail for my husband who out getting our car.
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-Jason in Wilmington, DE | Feb 03, 2016
He shows concern and lets you know that he (and the whole practice) is there to help you in whatever way he can. I especially liked that he does his homework before each visit and knows my patient history very well. My only negative comment is the practice has been slow to bring him into full swing. He isn't an option for sending a message on the patient portal and all you see is Dr. Fisher's accolades on the wall. They need to support this guy more!
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-Amanda in Earleville, MD | Jan 25, 2016
Dr. Murray was very open and thoughtful. He was patient and answered all my questions thoroughly. He had incredible bedside manner. My surgery was exactly as he explained. He was respectful of my privacy and personal situation. I have a young baby and he worked with my schedule to get my surgery done. His physician assistant was very good and helpful as well. I would recommend Dr. Murray to anyone considering surgery, he was great!
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-Lorraine S Przywara in Wilmington, DE | Jan 04, 2016
He was kind, caring, considerate, and very effective.
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-James Drain in Bear, DE | Dec 18, 2015
Very personable and readily answers questions in an easy understandable manner. Surgery was performed with excellent care and he personally called me a few days after I was sent home to make sure I was doing well. Have complete confidence in his work. If you have to undergo back surgery, you should consider using this surgeon.
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