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  4. Dr. Michael Murray, MD

Dr. Michael Murray, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery•Male

Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Dr. Michael Murray, MD is an orthopedic spine surgery specialist in Exton, PA. He is affiliated with Paoli Hospital. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Michael Murray, MD

Michael R. Murray, MD - Spine Surgeon

154 Exton Square Mall Exton, PA 19341
Accepting new patients
Telehealth services available

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(484) 324-7100
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Telehealth services available

Accepting new patients

(484) 324-7100

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Murray's conditions and procedures:

  • Low Back Pain
  • Back Pain
  • Radiculopathy
  • Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
  • Arthritis of the Elbow
  • Avascular Necrosis
  • Broken Neck
  • Cancer
  • Cauda Equina Syndrome
  • Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
  • Cervical Spine Myelopathy
  • Chronic Neck Pain
  • Coccygeal Pain
  • Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
  • Complications of Joint Prosthesis
  • Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
  • Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Difficulty With Walking
  • Dural Tear
  • Herniated Disc
  • Intervertebral Disc Disease
  • Lumbar Spine Fracture
  • Lupus
  • Muscle Cramping
  • Myelopathy
  • Neck Muscle Strain
  • Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
  • Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
  • Osteoarthritis of Spine
  • Pathological Spine Fracture
  • Polyneuropathy
  • Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
  • Pseudoarthrosis
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Sacrum Disorders
  • Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal Cord Injury
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Spine Deformities
  • Spine Disorders
  • Spine Fractures, Traumatic
  • Spondylitis
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Thoracic Spine Fracture
  • Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
  • Torticollis
  • Trigger Finger
  • Upper Back Pain
  • All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
  • Spine Fracture Treatment

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Dr. Murray's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Murray

4.8

Based on 63 ratings

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Exceptional Physician
Dr murray is indeed an exceptional physician who listens well, prepares for the visit and explains everything with language that enables me to thoroughly understand the situation. He makes recommendations, and suggests referrals for other specialists to rule/out any other reason for the pain. When those specialist referrals are completed and he absorbs their findings, he makes additional recommendations that are designed to solve the pain problem. I trust him 100% and would recommend him to friends and family because I believe he is a fine professional with a keen mind and excellent diagnostic skills.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Janet D,Orazio – Sep 01, 2022
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Excellent doctor
I had ALIF surgery performed by Dr. Murray 7 months ago to relieve spinal nerve compression. My condition was long in developing and one of several problems in my 73 year-old spine. Like many, I had tried to avoid spinal surgery due to concern for the risks. Dr. Murray was recommended to me by another of my doctors who had been his patient. On my initial consultation, he spent as much time as I wanted reviewing my images and answering all of my questions. After a second visit I was comfortable with his surgical plan for a minimally invasive approach for two level spinal fusion. The surgery went exactly as planned and I spent 2 nights in the hospital. Dr. Murray came several times to see me before discharge and answered all of my questions. My severe back pain was immediately better as I started my rehab and PT. Dr. Murray was readily available when I had questions. He is an excellent surgeon and very approachable. I cannot recommend him more highly.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Patricia Mapps, VMD – Jun 11, 2022
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Dr. Murray is what doctors used to be; caring, attentive, considerate, knowledgeable, compassionate, kind and informative. You can really feel how much he wants you to feel better. He takes his time, explains things to you until you understand them. He doesn't rush you out of his office, leaving you to feel like you're only a number. Dr. Murray performed my back surgery and within 4 months, I was feeling much better. Even while I was in rehab, Dr. Murray called several times (spoke directly with me, and not the doctors), when he checked on my progress. That's unheard of from most doctors. Even when his personal life was very busy, he still made time to call and check on me. I couldn't believe that a doctor possessed and showed such sincere dedication to his patients. Dr. Murray has the best bedside manner of any doctor that I've ever known, and I pray that the hectic pressures of him being such a skilled surgeon will not change him. Dr. Murray is a great surgeon and human being.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Beverly F. Angry – Oct 25, 2020
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Dr. Michael Murray, Operated on my back, invasive surgery. It helped tremendously! I wish I could find his new location.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Beth O'Connell – Jul 30, 2020
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Dr. Murray is the ONLY ONE in the area that accurately diagnosed my problem, gave me options and then offered the most cutting edge options for me. I saw another surgeon (supposedly with a good reputation) at another practice and they misdiagnosed my problem and then tried to pressure me into surgery. I had surgery with Dr. Murray and my pain is gone! I was back to work in 2 weeks after surgery. DO YOURSELF A FAVOR and see Dr. Murray first!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
14 people found this helpful
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Richard Matsen – Nov 17, 2019
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Dr. Murray is an extraordinarily gifted surgeon and a very kind and compassionate person. In my case, he performed a Anterior Cervical Disc Fusion in September 2019. After months of horrible pain, six weeks post op, I am completely pain free. This has changed my life and I am deeply grateful to Dr. Murray and his staff for taking such great care of me.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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Nina Wall in Coatesville , PA – Oct 31, 2019
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I have had 3 lumbar fusions and by far, the last one as performed by Dr. Murray, was the least traumatic and most impressive. . His personal caring and "listening" has resulted in excellent pain management and significantly good recovery. His entire team is very available and responsive.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
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Mar 12, 2019
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I suffered from stenosis in my neck, fused C4-C7. Appointments were always speedy. Great listener. Provided answers to all my questions. Although I had prescription medication for pain, it wasn't needed. He was amazing!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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RGK in Chester Springs, PA – Feb 26, 2019
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Dr. Murray removed three herniated discs and fused four vertebrae in my neck, relieving me of years of pain. Recovery was smooth and even with some reduced range of motion, I feel so much better. After years of chiropractors, physical therapists and pain management doctors, Dr. Murray fixed what they couldn't.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Allison Read in Oxford, PA – Feb 25, 2019
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I suffered for 15 years and tried pain mgmt. (spinal shots) couldn't take it anymore. I went to Dr. Murray. he operated on my back and no more sciatica and I am more than happy. It is like a new beginning. I can walk again without pain and I am so pleased. I would suggest anyone who has a back problem, see Dr. Murray. He is truly a miracle worker. I trust him and I recommend him to anyone suffering back problems.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Veronica in Parkesburg, PA – Jan 29, 2019
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After being hit by a car, I experienced debilitating back pain for two years. Other doctors left me feeling defeated and ignored. Dr. Murray was the first doctor who took the time to understand my injury and made me feel like I was being listened to. He took all of the appropriate conservative treatment measures before recommending surgery. The surgery was a success and I finally have my life back! I can't thank him and his staff enough for going above and beyond throughout the entire process.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Abbey – Jan 29, 2019
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Prior to finding Dr. Murray, I thought that I was going to have to travel out of state to have minimally invasive spine surgery. Luckily, I heard about Dr. Murray from friends in the medical field. The results of my surgery and my overall experience with Dr. Murray far exceeded my expectations! Not only did I get back to work 2 weeks after my fusion, but Dr. Murray was fabulous during the entire process. You can tell that he truly cares about his patients and it shows. He is truly the best
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Philadelphia, PA – Oct 11, 2018
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I had put off getting a spinal fusion for so long because of the pain and long recovery that I saw with people that had these surgeries. I eventually decided to have a minimally invasive spine fusion at L4-L5 and went home the very next day. The nerve pain in my legs was gone and I only had what I would describe as ‘soreness’ where the incision was. I was doing so well, people couldn’t believe that I had a spine fusion. If someone needs a spine fusion, I hope that they see Dr. Murray!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Mark Anderson in Wayne, PA – May 21, 2018
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Dr. Murray is an extraordinarily skilled spinal surgeon as well as a truly lovely person. After an unsuccessful back surgery 1 1/2 years ago that resulted in continued back pain and a new pain in my leg, I was lucky to find Dr. Murray. Now, 7 weeks after Dr. Murray's surgery, my back pain is so much better and my leg pain is gone! We are blessed here in Chester County to have such a top notch spine surgeon available. His caring attitude and terrific bedside manner are just icing on the cake!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Exton PA – Apr 11, 2018
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Dr. Murray is the best in the Philadelphia area. I saw a number of surgeons and no one else has his experience with minimally invasive spine surgery. He did a minimally invasive spinal fusion at L5-S1 and I was back to work in 3 weeks. A friend that had a traditional spine fusion wasn't back until 3 months after surgery. I don't know why someone would go anywhere else.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Philadelphia, PA – Jan 29, 2018
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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.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Liz Wohner in North East, MD – Dec 15, 2016
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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.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Wilmington, DE – Nov 10, 2016
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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.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Steve K in Hockessin, DE – Sep 16, 2016
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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.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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JoanM in Newark, DE – Aug 31, 2016
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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.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Janet C. in Glen Mills, PA – Aug 23, 2016
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Biography

Dr. Murray is a board certified spine surgeon with Main Line Health.  He specializes in a wide range of surgical procedures ranging from...Read more

Specialties

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery
  • Orthopedic Neck Surgery
  • Orthopedic Spine Reconstructive Surgery

Board Certifications

  • Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

EMORY UNIVERSITY
Fellowship Hospital
Northwestern-McGaw Med Ctr
Residency Hospital
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO / COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Medical School

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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What conditions does Dr. Michael Murray, MD treat?

Dr. Michael Murray, MD frequently treats the following conditions: Low Back Pain, Back Pain, and Radiculopathy. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Michael Murray, MD's office address?

Dr. Murray's office is located at 154 Exton Square Mall, Exton, PA 19341. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Is Dr. Michael Murray, MD able to provide telehealth services?

Dr. Michael Murray, MD provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. Michael Murray, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Michael Murray, MD is affiliated with Paoli Hospital.

Does Dr. Michael Murray, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 4.8/5 for Dr. Michael Murray, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider explained conditions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

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Affiliated Hospitals

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Paoli Hospital

Paoli, PA

82% Patients that would definitely recommend, 12% higher than the national average

8 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)