In the early summer of 2020 I began experiencing leg numbness and weakness. Given the pandemic, I had dismissed it as stress manifesting in my body. However, the symptoms worsened. I had trouble lifting my right leg into cars, I had spastic leg reflexes, I could no longer run, the numbness crept up my legs and I needed to use trekking poles to help me walk. Upon seeking medical attention in early August I had and several different doctor appointments and MRIs to figure out what was wrong. On September first, we discovered a tumor inside the dura and compressing my spinal cord. Nine days after, I finally consulted Dr. V and he recommend surgery the next day (a laminectomy in the thoracic spine, no bone fusion). While I was in shock at the predicament and quick turnaround, I deeply appreciated the urgency expressed to remove the tumor. At worst, I was at risk of paralysis in my lower body and permanently damaging my spinal cord. I have never needed more than dental surgery, so I was quite nervous. But I felt confident about Dr. V and his team. With a 24-hour turn around, his team really stepped in and helped me schedule and prepare for surgery. I truly felt cared for. I’m now six months post operation and have had no concerning complications, I am at 95% strength with nearly full recovery of what was lost pre-surgery. As a 28 year-old woman with great health pre-surgery, I understand that it is aiding me to a full recovery from a condition that is typically found in much older age groups. Regardless, I am grateful for the swift action of Dr. V and his team! Things could have turned out much worse and I’m so excited to be coming back into my body.

Submitted Jan. 19, 2021

Dr. V was very helpful prior to the surgery. My virus test was not done at an acceptable time. Dr, V insisted that the surgery proceed as planned. The surgery was successful. I am pleased with the outcome of my healing process.

Submitted Dec. 21, 2020

I was referred to Dr. V for chronic back pain with a history of disc problems and from the beginning he treated me with the opposite of empathy. He minimized my symptoms, made it clear I was wasting his and everyone's time by coming in, and offered basically no help or understanding.
Based on the reviews, he sounds great for serious problems, and maybe it was a bad referral to send me to him, but I thought I'd share my negative experience with a non-urgent issue. The rest of the staff were great.

Submitted Nov. 24, 2020

Cervical neck fusion, lower back vertebrae. Hospitalization for neck fusion. Outpatient for lower back. Great staff! Trust them completely. Recommend them without reservation.

Submitted Nov. 23, 2020

Follow up appointment today. I saw Leah and Dr. V. They assessed and explained my progress. They were very professional and easy to talk with.

Submitted Nov. 16, 2020

Very happy with the surgery had. I had had a lot of pain for such a long time and when I came in was seen and surgery was scheduled right away and was very successful!

Submitted Oct. 26, 2020

My back pain is gone. I feel great. Surgery was a total success. Thanks to all involved.

Submitted Oct. 19, 2020

The operation went well with no complications. I received excellent care in the boulder community hospital during recover. Dr. Villavicencio explained the procedure, expected results and associated risks. The staff at Boulder Neurosurgerical was friendly and efficient.

Submitted Sept. 21, 2020

Great experience. Came in with chronic pain and feel much better after my discectomy. Highly recommend Dr V.

Submitted July 21, 2020

I feel great. All the pain I had before the surgery is gone. Right now I feel good. Thanks for doing a great job.

Submitted June 1, 2020