Radiculopathy near Live Oak, TX

Biography: Donald Hilton, MD is a board-certified neurosurgeon specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery. Dr. Hilton graduated cum laude with his medical degree from the University of Texas-Galveston in 1988. He continued towards a surgery internship and later residency training in neurosurgery at the University of Tennessee. Dr. Hilton is nationally recognized for assisting in developing the first tubular dilating system designed to be used collaboratively with a three-dimensional microscope. This system has widely impacted surgical treatment for herniated discs, degenerative joints, and spinal stenosis. In addition, Dr. Hilton has been recognized as one of the Best Doctors in America since 2009, Castle Connolly since 2010, and a Texas Super Doctor. He is a published author of several book chapters, peer-reviewed journals, and his book; He Restoreth My Soul. Dr. Donald Hilton has spoken nationally and internationally concerning minimally invasive surgery. He is a member of several medical associations, including the Texas Association of Neurological Surgeons, the AANS Joint Section on Neurotrauma and Critical Care, and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. Additionally, Dr. Hilton is venerated for his work presenting the neurological impact of pornography addiction on the brain. He received the Guardian of the Light award from the Lighted Candle Society alongside his wife in 2008 and presented at a Vatican Conference. He is on the Board of Directors of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation. He is a highly respected and acclaimed team member of Neurosurgical Associates of San Antonio.

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Care Philosophy: I want my patients to have the best outcomes possible. I care deeply about informing patients about the treatment options they have and the potential risks and benefits of those treatments. The most satisfaction I ever derive from my work is from watching patients walk out of my office for the last time, happy and pain free. I will do everything in my power to make that happen.