Daniel M. Hafez, MD, PhD

Dr. Hafez is a national leader in minimally invasive surgery (MIS) specializing in robotic, endoscopic and next-generation MIS spine fusion and decompression techniques for degenerative and deformity conditions. He is dedicated to delivering the least invasive, most precise spine care possible to maximize outcomes while minimizing tissue disruption, complications and recovery time.

Dr. Hafez utilizes cutting-edge robotic and augmented-reality guidance, full endoscopic spine surgery, and next-generation MIS spine fusion and decompression techniques to treat complex degenerative and deformity pathology.

He is committed to advancing the field of MIS through national leadership, innovation, and education — setting new standards for MIS spine decompressions and fusions while ensuring referring physicians receive timely communication, clear surgical planning, and dependable outcomes for their patients.

His patient care philosophy is centered on precision, durability and rapid recovery — matching the right patient to the right minimally invasive solution, avoiding unnecessary surgery, and delivering efficient, definitive care that gets patients back to function as quickly and safely as possible.