Dr. Ara J. Deukmedjian

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I thought that Dr. Ara Deukmedjian was one of the most skilled neurosurgeons in the world with his cutting edge technology called DLDR (Deuk Laser Disk Repair) and Deuk Plasma Rhizotomy but the whole experience was very disappointing and very painful.

I was told in July 2023 that I would be pain free after the procedures and that I wouldn't require opioids to go back to Australia.

I travelled all the way to Melbourne Florida from Melbourne Australia to the Deuk Spine Institute because I couldn't find this technology in Australia. I didn't want a fusion in my neck, but a minimally invasive procedure.

I had the following procedures done to my neck and back between 29 August and 30 August 2023:

Deuk Laser Disc Repair C5-C6, C6-C7; Deuk Plasma
Rhizotomy C5-C6, C6-C7, C7-T1; RT L4-L5, L5-S1; BL SI Joints

Dr Deuk stated that the operations were a success., but I have been in much more extreme burning pain than before the operations. I have developed a dropped head after the surgery with terrible chronic burning pain in the neck. I didn't have the dropped head before the surgeries. Sleep is impossible, sitting and standing are difficult. My neck is extremely stiff.

After going back to AUS I got new MRIs.
The latest MRI report states the following:

Postprocedural inflammation of the posterior neck paraspinal muscles.
There is a focus of ill-defined
hyperintense collection adjacent to the left C6-C7 facet. Superimposed infection cannot be excluded and clinical
correlation is recommended.
At C5/C6, there is disc degeneration with disc osteophyte bulge causing mild canal stenosis. There is bilateral
uncovertebral joint arthrosis with bilateral foraminal stenosis.
At C6/C7, there is disc degeneration. Broad-based disc bulge is noted. No canal stenosis. There is bilateral
uncovertebral joint arthrosis and bilateral foraminal stenosis.

I thought the surgery was going to get rid of this disc bulging that was pressing on the nerves causing the chronic cervical pain. I had pain before going to Florida, but I only used to get sore when going to sleep. I was able to walk with an erect head and drive the car.

Now my neck is massively burning, hurting 24/7 and it is very stiff. I can't manage the pain with Gabapentin, Baclofen and Tramadol. I get referred atrocious pain in my traps, shoulders, hands, fingers plus headaches, painful pins and needles, electric shocks. Since the back rhizotomies I am getting strong pain in my back, referred pain in the groin, legs and feet. The lancinant pins and needles hurt my feet. There is more numbness than before. I also get pain going through my right knee when walking and sitting.

My life is a daily hell. I am very restricted in doing things and worse off due to the relentless excruciating pain.

Dr. Deuk is has screwed my neck and back. I paid a fortune for these surgeries but am worse off then before. I have been suffering debilitating, unbearable burning pain since after the procedures in Aug 2023.

I thought that the pain would reduce over time but it hasn't. The pain has dramatically increased instead.
I have been told to wait up to 6 months, but the pain is not improving yet. These procedures ruined my life.

Today is Christmas day 2023, nearly 4 months after the surgery and am in constant severe pain affecting my quality of life.

I do not recommend Dr Deuk!

Submitted Dec. 26, 2023

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Submitted July 17, 2023

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They offer a free first visit and it’s not worth it.
They would not accept my insurance because it’s a free visit.
I saw 4 “medical” staff members, one after the other 5 minutes apart. The doctor seems to have trained in hypnosis and attempts to lull you into a state of passivity making you open to suggestion. He asked if he could arrange for a nerve conduction test would I do it, and actually said, the office is next door and they’re just about closed for the day (2:30pm) but I’m sure they’ll do me a favor and stay open for you. Asked will I do it. Okay.
The last, 4th guy told me they arranged for the nerve conduction test that would not be fully covered by my insurance so I’d be responsible for $840 out of pocket and handed me a business card. He was a finance officer.
Here’s the question, if they never took my insurance information how did they determine what would be covered/paid for by my insurance?!
The practice is airly similar to a car dealership where the salesman goes back and forth between the managers office trying to get you a deal.
I’m reminded of the western movie character that rolls in to town in a covered wagon selling elixirs.

Submitted May 13, 2023

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His staff must of been paid to put positive reviews. His ego does not match his talents. Dr Deuk refuses to see any patient that hasn’t been through his pain management clinic which given narcotic drugs, injectables and/or nerve blocks. If you do see Dr D you get an automatic surgery recommendation. So it’s either you get hooked on his drugs and stuck in his pain man. clinic or you get splayed like a fish a undergo a major spinal surgery that he down plays, never saying you very well could end up crippled or at best in worse pain that originated.

Submitted March 7, 2022

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Worst experience of my life nothing but an ambulance-chasing lying piece of s***

Submitted Aug. 18, 2021

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Analytic and reasonable and practical option of available modalities for the problems to be repaired. Also keen observation using skills to use the best surgical options available.

Submitted April 27, 2020

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They were the best. I came to them after having a very bad experience with a different spine doctor. I have been in more pain since my surgery. My 1 surgery turned into four. I was so happy with my experience with Dr. Deukmedjian and his staff.

Submitted April 10, 2020

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I just had Deuk Laser Surgery on two disks yesterday, so I'm not yet sure about the long-term improvement. But I can say that I woke up this morning feeling great, and I have not had to take any of the pain medication they prescribed. And I might add that Dr. Deukmedjian is possibly the most personable and likable doctor I've ever dealt with.

Submitted Jan. 8, 2020

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Really great doctor, very compassionate and patient.

Submitted Jan. 7, 2020


Dr. Ara J. Deukmedjian's Credentials

Accepting New Patients

Yes, this doctor is accepting new patients

Biography

Dr. Ara Jason Deukmedjian, known by his patients and colleagues as Dr. Deuk, is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and is the founder of Deuk Spine Institute. He is fellowship trained with a focus on spine care and neuro-spine surgery. In addition to his work at Deuk Spine Institute, Dr. Deuk is CEO of Surgery Center of Viera, serves as associate professor of neurosurgery at the University of Central Florida's College of Medicine, is Chief of Staff at Parrish Medical Center, and Past President of the Brevard County Medical Society

Languages

  • English

Education

  • University Of Southern California School Of Medicine (Grad. 1997)

Other Specialties

Areas of Expertise

  • Diskectomy
  • Discogram
  • Spinal fusion
  • Ankylosing spondylitis
  • Pinched nerve
  • Sciatica
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Herniated disk
  • Neck pain
  • Bone spurs
  • Laminectomy
  • Cervical spondylosis
  • Scoliosis
  • Back Pain

Awards & Recognitions

  • Brevard County Medical Society Past President
  • Surgery Department Chair, Parrish Medical Center
  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
  • Becker's Spine Surgeon to Know
  • Patient Choice Award
  • America's "Top Surgeon" Award
  • #1 Overall Class Rank - USC Medical School
  • Most Compassionate Doctor Award
  • Top Neurosurgeon Award
  • ASC Leader to Know

Insurance accepted by this Doctor

Other patients have successfully used these insurance providers, please call the Doctor's office to find out if your insurance plan is accepted.
Aetna
Blue Cross / Blue Shield
Cigna
Connection Dental Network
Empire Healthplus
Medicare
MultiPlan
TRICARE
Three Rivers Provider Network
Uhc
UnitedHealthcare
Veterans Administration
Workers Comp