Dr. Antonio Disclafani, MD

I have had 2 back surgeries by Dr D on my lumbar region. Second surgery was about 4 years after the first surgery. They both resolved the pain. Years later more pain has started because I have arthritis in my spine. Pain is from the last section of lumbar region that needs to be operated on. I wouldn't want anyone but Dr D to perform my surgery if I decide to have it. I have no complaints at all about him.

First off I have to say the two stars is only for the handling of my case. I would and already have recommended Dr Disclafani for treatment/surgery. Dr. D was certainly focused on his part of my treatment. I had stenosis in my cervical and lumbar spine along with other diagnoses. I had been having some arm and hand pain for years but thought that was just arthritis. (Later I found out it was from my cervical spine.) I was told he only visits with a patient for only one diagnosis, neck or back I had to choose which was to be diagnosed. Since I thought my leg pain was surely back related that's what I had him look at first. After he examined me he said it was a question of 'when and not if' I needed surgery, so surgery it was. I was all set for the lumbar procedure but presented to Dr D two days prior in excruciating pain in nearly all of my joints. He looked at the x-rays of my neck for the first time and decided that had to be done first, so two days later I had the ACDF.… Two levels were identified prior to surgery, but only one was manipulated/fused due to surgeon's decision. A round of steroids and I was feeling great... two days after they were gone the head to toe pain was back with a vengeance. I asked for and received another round of steroids. However, when that round was finished the pain returned and I moved up my post op appointment to DOS+21. I asked to have my lumbar work done ASAP to get on with my life, and he consented. A few days later I had the surgery, was on heavy pain meds with did not take away all of the joint pain but worked on the back. I was discharged the next day to get yet another round of steroids. As those wore off my joint pain returned worse than ever. I called for more pharmaceutical intervention, (but not narcotics) and was denied by the nurse practitioner. In fact, she said I should see a pain specialist. I called my family doc for an appointment and was unable to get in for two weeks. I asked to see another doctor and was given an appointment three days later on a Monday. The Sunday prior I was in so much pain with no relief I called Dr D for some relief; his partner was on call and word got back to me to see my own doctor. (Thanks a lot.) I went to an Ocala Hospital ER in Summerfield -- they wouldn't do anything and I left in tears from the pain. That Monday I met a new Family Medicine guy who actually listened to me and my entire story. He asked questions, he examined me, he asked for details on the pain. He suspected something and actually ordered nearly 45 blood tests; it took over 30 tubes of blood and four blood culture bottles (10cc each) for the testing, then he immediately referred me to a Rheumatologist. Turns out I have what a Johns Hopkins paper describes as "Occasionally, patients experience an explosive polyarticular onset occurring over 24 to 48 hours" in an article about rheumatoid arthritis. In other words, Dr. D and his nurse practitioner are very focused on their portion... and ONLY their portion of a patient's treatment. I'm sure I didn't express my true thanks for alleviating my leg pain and eventually arm/hand symptoms. I guess I was in too much pain otherwise. I am currently under treatment for the RA for three weeks and I'm nearly 100%. Here's hoping those symptoms don't reappear! By the way, I would most definitely recommend Dr Disclafani for surgery, and special kudos to the folks at the front desk and scheduling who went above and beyond to get me help!

I came in thinking I needed spinal surgery, and Dr. Disclafani quickly and accurately assessed that my problems were not based on my spinal condition. Very concise and accurate. Thank you.

been having sciatica pain in my left leg, been dealing with the va for 8 moths.went to dr disclafani one look at my mri he knew what I needed. 3 weeks laater he performed a laminectomy and wow as soon as I woke up I was out of pain, the pain from the surgery was nothing like the pain I had before. I highly recommend him.

Only had , one appointment, no surgery recommended. No follow up required

Works for the insurance carrier instead of injured worker. All about the money. Shame on him...

Dr Disclafani II is an excellent doctor ! He removed an " tumor " from my spine and I am still walking to this day !!! ............ IF I had listened to the Doctors at Citrus Memorial Hospital ... I WOULD NOT BE WALKING . Dr Disclafani found it and " saved the day " !!!!!!!!!!!!!! THANK YOU Dr. Disclafani for EVERYTHING ! K Cutright

Dr disclafani gave me a spinal fusion last year. not only did he leave a part of herniated disk in my back but he also forgot to put a cage of bone in to replace my herniated disc. When I called the office to tell them they wouldnt talk to me. I think his license should be taken away.

Dr. Discladafani placed a shunt into my father to fluid on his brain. The initial place they he tried to put it in didn't work and caused my father to stroke on the table. He then inserted it on the top of his head. He then started to experience strokes and seizures and 16 months after the surgery, he was dead. Dr. Disclafani is a horrible doctor and deserves to have his license revoked. A family friend of ours had a stroke two days after my father's surgery and Disclafani placed a shunt into him as well which caused further damage. He passed away 6 months after my dad. If you want to live a long and healthy life, stay as far away from this practice as you can.

Messed me up for life cut my vocal cord during cervical fusion. Then tried to say he didn't do it ... vocal cord is now paralyzed shut very hardto breath ccan't even walk across a store anymore. Wish everyday he never touched me!!!!!!!!