Mark K Lyons, MD

When you see him ask him if he's going to do your surgery. His answer will be "I'll be there." That's comforting right? The guy you select to do your surgery will just be there. Because it's a teaching place. According to the surgical notes "several surgeons" were involved in my fusion. I had an L4 nerve impingement before the surgery. The result of the surgery was severe numbness, burning and weakness in both legs which I've never had in my life resulting in neurogenic atrophy, which according to this doctor was normal just decompression of the nerve. Funny he said decompression of the nerve because after the surgery I have the same L4 nerve impingement as I did before the surgery. This resulted in two surgeries to repair what their fusion didn't. Mayo put in a spacer where the disc was, that should remove impingement on the nerve right, obviously wrong. Here are the results of my MRI after the fusion: L4-5, there is a broad-based posterior disc bulge present as well as a shallow disc… herniation into the left neural foramen contacting the exiting left L4 nerve root and mildly narrowing the left neural foramen. Good luck, there are hundreds of other surgeons to pick. Just don't pick Lyons or Mayo.

excellent and caring

Excellent care and attention

Listened to my concerns. Answered questions my spouse had as well. Would make eye contact with both of us so we felt included. Surgery went great.

Excellent care. Was informative and took time to answer my questions.

As the patient, I expected Dr's comments to be directed to me - not my husband. It was a waste of time. Failed to review my MRI, discounted the diagnosis and recommendations of two Orthopaedic surgeons and overall was very dismissive. Thought a neurosurgeon would be able to provide a better overall summary of the many problems with my spine and explain how they all relate. The summary....you won't fall apart. Well that's encouraging!

Dr Lyons is awesome!!! Great staff, very professional. A true surgical artist

The most professional Doctor and staff I have ever delt with. With over 2,000 Lapinectomies under his belt I felt he was the man for the job. I never looked back and am now pain free.

I recommend Dr. Lyons to anyone who is looking for a skilled, caring and knowledgeable neurologist who will take the time to explain the pros & cons of your procedure, communicate clearly, follow-up with you and your family in a thoughtful manner. He is a sterling example why people go to the best.

Dr Lyons is a very skilled surgeon who really helped me. I would recommend him highly to anyone who needs his specialty. He completely explains the risks and is very careful and makes sure you understand the risks involved.