Dr. Theodore Spinks, MD

Dr. Theodore Spinks, MD

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Neurosurgery  ·  
Male  ·  
45 y/o
(13)

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Dr. Theodore Spinks, MD is a neurosurgery specialist in Georgetown, TX and has been practicing for 11 years. He specializes in neurosurgery, pediatric neurosurgery, and more.
NEW PATIENTS
(512) 309-1906
EXISTING PATIENTS
(512) 298-3901
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Central Texas Neurosurgery

1900 Scenic Dr Ste 2222

Georgetown, TX 78626
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New Patients
(512) 309-1906
Existing Patients
(512) 298-3901

Insurance Accepted

  • Accepts most major Health Plans. Please contact our office for details.
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Commercial Insurance Company
  • CoreSource
  • EmblemHealth
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Golden Rule
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • + 6 More

Background Check

No malpractice claims found for Texas
No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Experience Check

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Dr. Spinks' Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Myelopathy
high
high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Spinks treats Myelopathy more than 84% of his peers

Dr. Spinks treats this condition more than 84% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Autoimmune Myelopathy
Thoracic Spine Fracture
normal
normal

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Spinks treats Thoracic Spine Fracture more than 74% of his peers

Dr. Spinks treats this condition more than 74% of his peers

Pathological Spine Fracture
normal
normal

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Spinks treats Pathological Spine Fracture more than 66% of his peers

Dr. Spinks treats this condition more than 66% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Osteoporotic Spine Fractures
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Dr. Spinks' conditions and procedures:

Aneurysm
Ataxia
Autoimmune Diseases
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
Brain Aneurysm
Brain Cancer
Brain Disorders
Brain Surgery
Broken Neck
Cancer
Cerebral Hemorrhage
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cerebrovascular Disease
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chiari's Deformity
Chronic Pain
Concussion
Cranial Trauma
Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
Degenerative Disc Disease
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Difficulty With Walking
Ear Disorders
EMG (Electromyography)
Epilepsy
Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Herniated Disc
Herniated Disc Surgery
Hydrocephalus
Inflammatory and Toxic Neuropathy
Insomnia
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulation
Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Osteosarcoma
Pathological Spine Fracture
Polyneuropathy
Post-Concussion Syndrome
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Scoliosis
Seizure Disorders
Sleep Disorders
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Cord Tumor
Spinal Fusion
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylolisthesis
Subdural Hemorrhage
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Traumatic Brain Injury
Vascular Disease

About Me

Care Philosophy

Dr. Spinks focuses on patient education. Whether treating you or your child, he will provide you with the knowledge you need to make an informed decision and be an active participant in the treatment plan. No one should have to make a healthcare decision without a full understanding of all the options. 

Specialties

  • Neurosurgery
  • Pediatric Neurology
  • Pediatric Neurosurgery

Board Certifications

  • Neurosurgery
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Education

  • Columbia University College Of Physicians and Surgeons
    Medical School
  • 2007
    Children's Hospital Pittsburgh
    Fellowship Hospital
    2007
  • 2006
    University Of California At Los Angeles
    Residency Hospital
    2006
  • 2000
    University Of California At Los Angeles
    Internship Hospital
    2000
  • 1995
    Weill Cornell Medical College
    Undergraduate School
    1995

Languages

  • French
  • Spanish
  • English

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Dr. Spinks' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Spinks

3.6

Based on 13 reviews

5 Stars
61.53846153846154%
(8)
4 Stars
0%
(0)
3 Stars
7.6923076923076925%
(1)
2 Stars
0%
(0)
1 Star
30.76923076923077%
(4)

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Average Wait Time
  • 10 – 15 minutes
Dr. Spinks' Performance
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  • Explains condition(s) well
  • Answers questions
  • Time well spent
Office & Staff Performance
  • Scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
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I brought my mother-in-law to see Dr. Spinks for worsening low back pain. He took time to review and teach, not just about the surgical treatments, but a comprehensive approach to my mother-in-law’s pain. I would strongly recommend Dr. Spinks, not just for surgical repair of back problems but for a...Read More
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As a retired professional nurse I have high expectations of the professionalism, skills, knowledge, care, and communications that occur when I am evaluated for a medical condition. The thoroughness of care I receive at each medical visit is excellent. Dr. Spinks listens completely and is very easy...Read More
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Insurance accepted

Accepted insurance can change. Please double-check when making an appointment.

Accepts most major Health Plans. Please contact our office for details.
Aetna
Aetna HMO
Choice Plus POS II
Ambetter
Superior Health Plan
Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
Blue Advantage HMO
Blue Choice
Cigna
Cigna PPO
Great West Healthcare-Cigna PPO
Open Access Plus
Commercial Insurance Company
CoreSource
EmblemHealth
Emblem Health
First Health (Coventry Health Care)
First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
Golden Rule
Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
GEHA
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
Humana
Choice Care PPO
Preferred PPO
Medicaid
MultiPlan
MultiPlan PPO
Scott & White Health Plan
UnitedHealthCare
Choice Plus POS
Navigate HMO
Navigate POS
Options PPO
United Healthcare
Veteran Administration Plan

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