Patient Testimonials

My husband, David is doing great 6weeks after the surgery. Dr Grabel is a an excellent surgeon, caring, explaining every detail. We would highly recommend him

Dr. Grabel is fantastic, his staff also great, you get treated with kindness and respect in a very professional manner. Hope I never need him again but if I do Dr. Grabel you are the best. Thank you Nick

My overall experience at HSS was great. Dr Grabel was thorough in explaining the surgery and what to expect post surgery. My acute pain is now gone and I’m very pleased with the outcome. I’ve since recommended Dr Grabel to others with back/spine related issues.

Dr Grabel was excellent!!! His staff Zoe and Angeline were always available by phone for questions and extra help. Dr. Grabel is an excellent surgeon and the results of this surgery was great. I highly recommend dr. Grabel as well as HSS. There is a reason that they were voted # 1 in US News and Wor...

I had back surgery with Dr. Grabel three months ago. The experience at HSS and with Dr. Grabel in particular was exceptional. Dr. Grabel instilled confidence throughout the process. His opinion and the treatment plan he followed led to a great result. I commend him without reservation.

Dr. Grabel is a skilled surgeon with a wonderful bedside manner who performed spinal surgery on me with fantastic results. My pain disappeared and the strength in my leg is returning. I highly recommend him and am grateful to have my pain free life back!

Amazing, life changing experience! Dr.Grabel performed back surgery on me resulting in a resounding success. I had been in chronic pain and was only able to walk short distances. The sciatic pain was overwhelming. Since the surgery, my quality of life has improved tremendously. I am forever grateful...

The C4-5, 5-6 ACDF surgery performed by Dr. Grabel changed my life. A combination of athletics and genetics resulted in much pain and great limitation in my range of motion. However, since my surgery in October 2025, I’m essentially pain-free and can move again, enjoying the activities I love....

Dr. Zachary Grabel is a fantastic surgeon, extremely knowledgeable, highly skilled, easy to talk to, and truly caring with his patients! When I asked an ER physician whom he would recommend for his mother if she had my complicated back problems, he said, “ Definitely Dr. Zachary Grabel.”...

My mom, Mila Baron was referred to Dr. Grabel for a consultation because she had been suffering from debilitating back pain due to intense nerve compression. She was reluctant to discuss surgery until no form of pain management provided above minimal relief. Still, my mom was very anxious because ma...