Serving Miami & South Florida · Naples & Fort Myers Offices
No resident. No fellow.
No covering team.
One surgeon (Dr. Katsevman) —
before, during, and after.
At major medical centers, residents and trainees assist with — and often perform significant portions of — spine surgery. At this practice, there are no residents. Dr. Katsevman performs every surgery himself, start to finish, including skin closure. Post-operative care is Dr. Katsevman and his dedicated advanced practice team — available in person or via telehealth. No covering team, no stranger at your follow-up. Miami patients make a two-hour drive for that difference — and for surgical options that require specific fellowship training not available everywhere.
Covered by most insurance plans · Usually available within a week · Call Naples: (239) 649-1662
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"Every incision. Every screw. Every closure. I do the surgery myself — no residents, no fellows performing any part of the procedure. Post-operative care is me and my APP team — not a covering team you have never met. That is not the standard at every institution."
Dr. G. Katsevman, MD · Neurosurgeon & Spine Surgeonevery surgery himself
via Alligator Alley
Doctor 2024, 2025, 2026
start to finish
The difference that matters most
Academic center vs. private practice —
who actually does your surgery
Miami has world-class academic medical centers and outstanding surgeons. It also has a training model where residents and fellows gain experience by assisting with — and progressively taking over — surgical procedures. This is how surgeons are trained. It is also something patients are not always aware of when they consent to surgery at a teaching institution.
How surgery typically works at academic centers
Resident or fellow involvement is standardTeaching hospitals train the next generation of surgeons by having trainees assist with — and progressively perform — portions of procedures under attending supervision. This is the model.
The attending surgeon may step outIn some academic settings, a supervising surgeon may be responsible for multiple rooms simultaneously. A resident or fellow may be performing portions of the surgery while the attending is elsewhere.
Post-operative care often involves residentsOvernight and post-surgical care may be managed primarily by residents, with attending-level review during rounds rather than individual attention.
Communication may go through layersQuestions, concerns, and updates post-surgery may be handled by residents or mid-level providers before reaching the attending surgeon.
How it works at this practice
No residents. No trainees. No exceptions.There are no residents or fellows at this practice. Dr. Katsevman performs 100% of every surgical procedure himself — every incision, every decompression, every screw, every closure.
One surgeon in the room, start to finishDr. Katsevman is present and operating from the first cut to the last suture. He does not step out. He does not hand off. The surgeon you chose is the surgeon who operates.
Post-op care from Dr. Katsevman's dedicated team — no covering providersPost-operative visits are with Dr. Katsevman or his dedicated NP/PA — the same team that cares for his patients, not a covering provider who doesn't know your case. Follow-ups can be in person or via telehealth.
Direct access throughout your careThe person who operated on you is the person managing your recovery. Questions and concerns reach Dr. Katsevman directly, not through layers of intermediaries.
What to expect at every step of your care
From first consultation through recovery, here is how care at this practice works — drawn from Dr. Katsevman’s own patient care philosophy:
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What personalized care actually looks like
Not a phrase. A practice.
“Personalized care” appears on the website of nearly every medical practice in America. At most, it means something modest — a warm front desk, a follow-up call, an online patient portal. At this practice, it has a specific structural meaning that is different from anything a large academic center or high-volume hospital system can offer.
The consultation is yours
Consultations are not rushed. Your history is heard before your imaging is interpreted. The physical exam follows the conversation. By the time imaging is reviewed, there is already a clinical picture forming — and the MRI either confirms it or changes it. You leave with a clear explanation of what is happening, what the options are, and what is recommended. That is the standard, not the exception.
The surgery is Dr. Katsevman’s
No residents. No fellows. No covering team. Every incision, every decompression, every screw, every closure is performed by Dr. Katsevman himself. This is not a claim most practices can make — and it is not one that most patients think to ask about. The surgeon whose name is on the consent form is the surgeon whose hands are in the operative field for the entire procedure.
Recovery is followed by Dr. Katsevman
If you stay overnight in the hospital, Dr. Katsevman visits you during rounds — not a resident, not a stranger covering for someone else. Post-op visits are with Dr. Katsevman or his dedicated APP team, in person or via telehealth. At follow-up appointments, he sees you in clinic himself. The most rewarding part of the work, in his own words, is seeing happy patients after surgery. That satisfaction requires knowing how those patients are actually doing.
The size of the practice is the point
A high-volume hospital system or academic center cannot offer this model — not because the surgeons there are less skilled, but because the institutional structure does not allow it. A smaller, focused private practice built around one fellowship-trained surgeon is the only setting where every patient’s care genuinely runs through one set of hands from beginning to end. That is not a limitation. It is the design.
No need to drive before you know it’s worth it
Start with telemedicine —
covered by most insurance plans
Most Miami patients see Dr. Katsevman on video first. Upload your MRI and any prior records, and get a real assessment of your diagnosis, your options, and what Dr. Katsevman would recommend — before making the two-hour drive. Telemedicine visits are covered by Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, and most major plans.
Upload your imaging
Send your MRI, CT, and any prior reports directly through the secure imaging portal. You do not need a referral to schedule.
Submit imaging for review:
Video visit with Dr. Katsevman
Dr. Katsevman reviews your imaging, hears your history, and gives you a clear picture of what is happening and what your options are — conservative care, injections, or surgery.
Decide with full information
If surgery is right for you, you’ll know the procedure, the approach, and exactly what to expect. Then one trip to Naples covers the pre-surgical visit and surgery.
Naples: (239) 649-1662 · Fort Myers: (239) 437-1121
“I started with a telemedicine visit from Miami. Dr. Katsevman reviewed my MRI and explained exactly what was wrong and what he would do. I drove to Naples once — for surgery. I drove home the next morning. Best decision I’ve made.”
Conditions treated
What brings Miami patients to Naples
Most patients arrive with one of these diagnoses — often after seeing a surgeon locally and wanting a second opinion or a less invasive option.
Surgical options for Miami patients
Advanced procedures —
performed entirely by Dr. Katsevman
These procedures require specific fellowship training, implant certification, and a practice committed to performing them with the highest standard of personal surgical care. Consultations in Naples or Fort Myers. Surgery at advanced Naples hospital facilities.
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Grade I spondylolisthesis + stenosis
TOPS™ Motion-Preserving
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Stenosis · Spondylolisthesis
Minimally Invasive Laminectomy
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Herniated disc · Sciatica
3R Discectomy™
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Neck pain · Arm pain
Cervical Disc Replacement
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Lower back · DDD
Lumbar Disc Replacement
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Herniated disc · Stenosis · Nerve compression
Endoscopic Spine Surgery
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Myelopathy · Radiculopathy
ACDF Cervical Fusion
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When fusion is truly needed
Lumbar Fusion
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Chronic buttock & pelvic pain
SI Joint Fusion
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Foraminal stenosis · Nerve root compression
MIS Laminotomy & Foraminotomy
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Chronic pain · Failed back surgery syndrome
Spinal Cord Stimulator
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Biologic augmentation · PRP · BMAC
Regenerative Medicine
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Before you commit
Second Opinion
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Getting here from Miami
Two hours across the state —
straight shot on Alligator Alley
I-75 West (Alligator Alley) is one of Florida’s most straightforward highway drives — flat, fast, and direct from Miami to Naples. Most Miami patients drive themselves or arrange a ride-share and arrive the morning of consultation or surgery. Telemedicine makes it easy to start before committing to the drive.
Naples Office
Physicians Regional Medical Center, 1st Floor
6101 Pine Ridge Road #101
Naples, FL 34119
~2 hours from Miami via I-75 West (Alligator Alley)
(239) 649-1662Get Directions →
Surgery location: Surgery is performed at Naples hospital facilities — same location as the Naples consultation office. Consultations and surgery are at the same Naples address, making the logistics straightforward for Miami patients. Most procedures are same-day discharge.
Overnight stay: Patients who stay overnight after surgery are visited by Dr. Katsevman personally — not by a covering team or an unfamiliar provider. Many Miami patients arrange to stay one night locally and drive home the following morning.
Driving from Miami to Naples
For international patients: Dr. Katsevman welcomes patients from outside the United States. Naples is easily accessible from Miami International Airport, and the practice is happy to coordinate care logistics for patients traveling from abroad. Telemedicine consultations allow international patients to discuss their case before traveling.
Questions from Miami patients
What Miami patients ask before making the drive
Does Dr. Katsevman really perform the entire surgery himself? +
Yes — this is explicitly confirmed on the practice website and is a defining feature of the practice. There are no residents, no fellows, and no trainees at this practice. Dr. Katsevman performs 100% of every surgical procedure, including skin closure. This is not the standard at academic medical centers, where the training model involves residents and fellows progressively performing portions of procedures. At this practice, the surgeon you chose is the surgeon who operates, from first incision to final closure.
I am scheduled for spine surgery in Miami. Is a second opinion worthwhile? +
Yes — particularly for spondylolisthesis (where TOPS may be an alternative to fusion), lumbar stenosis (where minimally invasive laminectomy without fusion may apply), or cervical disc disease (where disc replacement may be an option). Before committing to any major spine surgery, understanding whether a less invasive alternative exists — and who will actually be performing the procedure — is valuable. Dr. Katsevman offers telemedicine second opinions that allow Miami patients to review options before making the trip. Start there, and if the conversation suggests a better path is available, the two-hour drive becomes straightforward.
What happens if I need to stay overnight after surgery? +
If you stay overnight in the hospital after surgery, Dr. Katsevman visits you personally during rounds — not a resident, not a covering physician, not a mid-level provider. He checks on your recovery, addresses any concerns, and clears you for discharge. Many Miami patients arrange a hotel stay in Naples for the night before surgery and one night after, then drive home the following day feeling well enough to travel. Most minimally invasive procedures leave patients genuinely comfortable for the return drive.
Can I start with a telemedicine consultation from Miami? +
Yes — and this is how most Miami patients begin. Upload your MRI and prior reports, schedule a video consultation, and get a real assessment of your diagnosis, options, and what Dr. Katsevman would recommend. Most Miami patients who start with telemedicine make one in-person trip to Naples — either for a pre-surgical consultation or directly for surgery — and return home the same day or the following morning.
Do you treat international patients? +
Yes — Dr. Katsevman welcomes patients from outside the United States. Naples is accessible from Miami International Airport, and many international patients combine their surgical visit with time in the area. The practice works with patients regardless of insurance status and can discuss out-of-pocket pricing for international patients during a telemedicine or in-person consultation. Telemedicine consultations allow international patients to review their case and surgical options from home before traveling to Naples.
Does Dr. Katsevman accept insurance for Miami patients? +
Yes — most major insurance plans are accepted, including Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, and many others. Florida-based plans covering Dade, Broward, and Miami-Dade County patients are welcome. The practice also works with out-of-network arrangements and GAP exception requests. Even if Dr. Katsevman is out of network with a specific plan, the practice is happy to see patients in clinic and help navigate the path to surgery coverage. Contact the office to verify your specific benefits before scheduling.
"Miami patients ask me a question I love: ‘Will you actually be doing the surgery?’ The answer is yes — every part of it. That should not be a remarkable thing to promise. At this practice, it is simply the standard."
Gennadiy (Gene) A. Katsevman, MD
Neurosurgeon & Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeon
No residents · No covering team · Dr. Katsevman performs every surgery start to finish, including skin closure
Post-op care from Dr. Katsevman and his dedicated APP team — in person or telehealth
Naples office ~2 hours from Miami via I-75 West · (239) 649-1662
Surgery at Naples hospital facilities — robotics & navigation, intraoperative CT, neuromonitoring
Fellowship-trained at Barrow Neurological Institute under Dr. Juan Uribe — one of the world’s leading neurosurgical centers for minimally invasive spine surgery
Neurosurgery residency, West Virginia University — Level 1 Trauma Center
Full background, training & publications → floridaspinesurgeon.org/team
TOPS · Simplify® · ProDisc-C® & ProDisc-L® — official surgeon locator listings
30+ peer-reviewed publications · Naples Top Doctor 2024, 2025, 2026
5-star Google · Healthgrades Choice · WebMD Preferred · U.S. News Patients’ Top Choice
Welcomes international patients · Telemedicine available worldwide
Miami & South Florida
The surgeon you choose
is the surgeon who operates.
Start with a telemedicine consultation from Miami — or drive straight to Naples. Bring your imaging. Find out whether the procedure you’ve been recommended is the right one, and what it means to have it done by a surgeon who does every step himself.
Telemedicine visits covered by most insurance plans · Usually available within a week
6101 Pine Ridge Road #101, Naples, FL 34119
Fort Myers, FL 33919
International patients welcome