I had Dr Tony Mork perform surgery on my spine for Spinal Stenosis on Thursday Oct 08/2015. We had a consultation at his office for about an hour on Wed Oct 7th. I showed up at Orange Memorial hospital on Thursday at 11am, went through the admitting procedure paper work and was settled in on a gurney and shortly the anesthesiologist appeared and started to explain the procedure she would use to put me under. I was surprised by this because I had understood that Dr Mork worked with local anesthesia and did not require that his patient be put under. A retired anesthesiologist friend of mine had recommended Dr  Mork for this reason and that is one of the main reasons I flew to California from Las Vegas for the surgery. My anesthesiologist and Dr Mork explained that in my case since I suffered from shortness of breath, that this would be the safest way to proceed. I was put to sleep and the last thing I remember was seeing the lights in the operating room. The surgery lasted about 1 1/2 hrs and I awoke in recovery were I spent a couple of hours before being released
My nephew picked me up, we went out to dinner and I felt fine.  A little groggy but no pain. I awoke Friday the day after surgery and felt great. No Pain at all. In fact I called Torrey Pines paragliding and attempted to arrange some flying for Saturday as my return flight to Las Vegas was  not until Sunday morning. This did not work out due to weather conditions and it was a good thing as I was in considerable pain all day Saturday. Sunday it was worse and I needed a wheelchair at both Long Beach and Las Vegas for the flight home. It was painful to a lesser degree for about 5 weeks during which time Dr Mork expressed great concern about my situation and even offered to fly over to see me at my home if things did not improve. This was not necessary and I am now pain free with only a very tiny scar on my back as a souvenir
.  I must admit I did not follow Dr Mork's instructions to the letter in regard to taking the medications he had prescribed because I felt so good the day after surgery. Throughout the entire experience Dr Mork explained my problem, what he would do to correct it, and answered any of my questions thoroughly. I am glad I had Dr Mork perform the surgery and would highly recommend him.
. I celebrated my 80th birthday pain free on Nov 15th. and intend to get back to Torrey Pines for the paragliding right after the ski season is over and before the weather here in Nevada warms up enough to allow me to drive my 1951 MGTD and ride my Yamaha 1300 V Star motorcycle.
Thank you Dr Tony!
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Bald Eagle 
 
December 29, 2015
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
Dr Mork was fantastic on every level. He knew what I needed and explained everything so I could really understand whatwas going to happen. I felt very comfortable with him andhis success with my problems.
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Patient 
 
June 6, 2012
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
I was told I needed a spinal fusion but I heard about Dr. Mork from a friend and he cured my back pain! I can now get on my with life. THANK YOU DR MORK!!!
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Anonymous 
 
January 13, 2015
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
This is my third back surgery, but first with Dr. Mork. And let me tell you what a difference him and his team made. Just amazing. A miracle worker. I had IMMEDIATE relief. Couldn't believe it. Dr. Mork changed my life. I had so little pain and so much more mobility that I was ready to go for a jog the day after the procedure, which was a microdiscectomy. Of course I didn't go for a jog, but I could walk 1/2 a mile without stopping whereas before the surgery I could barely walk 100 yards before having to bend over to relieve the pain before carrying on for another 100 yards. No more of that! When I left LA 3 days after the surgery I was blown away that I could stand in line at the airport without pain and walk all over the airport completely pain free. Thank you Dr. Mork!
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Alex Ho 
 
October 17, 2025
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
I had a free phone consultation with Dr Mork. My experience with him and his staff was excellent. Dr Mork is a down to earth person ! Very compassionate , patience and very experienced . After he listened to me, made right questions and reviews my MRI he gave me his impression of What could be my diagnosis and he explained me what to do first in order to confirm diagnosis, after that, he can explain me my options . He never rush for a surgery.  He gave me the confidence to call him anytime with updates and even I don’t know him personally, after our conversation, I trust him!. Thank you Dr Mork!
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 CC Lahka Lammat 
 
October 16, 2020
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
Approximately six weeks ago, I had Endoscopic Spine Surgery performed by Dr. Tony Mork.  From the moment I met him, Dr. Mork was amazing.  He explained my condition in specific detail and took the time to answer all of my many questions.  I was so confident going into surgery as a result of the time he invested in me and my case.  When I woke up from surgery, the pain I had been experiencing for years was "gone" and I mean "GONE"!  Sure, I had some post surgical pain but nothing that I had suffered with for so long.  I no longer felt the agonizing and debilitating pain I had suffered with for so long.  Dr. Mork truly gave me a new lease on  life.  He is extremely knowledgeable and experienced and has been blessed with an amazing talent that he has chosen to help myself and so many others with.  His assistant, Jamie, is a true gem!  Not only is she pleasant, but she is extremely patient and efficient in handling her duties.  I highly recommend Dr. Mork for anyone who is experiencing spinal issues and/or those like me, who have exhausted all else and are on the verge of giving up.  I am six weeks post-op and both Dr. Mork and Jamie continue to follow up with me.  I wish I had been introduced to Dr. Mork years ago, but am extremely grateful to him and Jamie for literally giving me my life back.  This is the best thing I have ever done in my life and well worth it!  Thank you again Dr. Mork for using your God given talents to restore my life! Deborah
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Deborah King-Salas 
 
July 9, 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
Dr. Mork is one of kind that truly cares about you. I cannot say enough about how much he helped me with my spine problems.
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Patient 
 
October 28, 2017
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
Since I had spinal surgery that relieved a nerve impingement in March 2014, Dr. Mork has continued to help me with other conditions that i called him about. Whether on the east coast or west coast, Dr. Mork is always there for his patients. I have never been associated with a better surgeon!! Thank you again Dr. Mork for always being there for me.
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 William Flaherty in Upland, CA 
 
October 6, 2016
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
After surgery by a Doctor in Arizona to repair 4 herniated discs my lower back, I had severe pain in my right leg and foot including frequent severe electrical type shots. Dr. Mork diagnosed a large bone spur and stenosis which was confirmed by my neurologist. The surgery was very successful and I now have no pain and only have some numbness in my foot which should go away in time. In addition Dr. Mork made a house call the day after surgery. I have not seen that since I was a kid growing up in a small town.
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Patient 
 
February 1, 2013
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
Dr. Mork followed up as he said he would and everything turned out exactly the way I expected. The results were better than I expected as well. I would refer anyone that has back pain.
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Anonymous 
 
March 17, 2013
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
I had a free phone consultation with Dr Mork because I live in another state. Dr Mork is a down to earth person!. Very caring, patience and very experienced. He called Me the day of the appointment on time and it was like I was talking with a good old friend. My experience with his staff over the phone was excellent as well: Shannon and Irene are very nice and professionals . Dr Mork listened to my story, made right questions, reviewed my MRI and after all our conversation he gave me his thoughts about what it could be my problem . He didn’t rush for any surgery and instead, he explained me what to do first to get an accurate diagnostic and after that, he can explain me my options . He gave me the confidence to call him anytime to give him updates and also he emailed me a dictation note for my records and to use it, if need it. I don’t know Dr Mork personally; but I trust him . Thank you Dr Mork! C
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Healthgrades User 
 
October 16, 2020
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
Starting 2006, I was having cramps and pain on my left leg. MRI suggested that I had Spinal Stenosis at L4-L5. Consulted local neurosurgeon as well as an orthopedic surgeon. Both talked about major surgery with 50/50 chance of success. Both were not interested in explaining their procedure. Found out about Dr. Mork from the internet. Sent them my MRI. He called and talked to me at length explaining not only what exactly was happening but also explained in details the procedure he would perform. With some hesitance, I went to his then office in Florida. First day he spent over an hour with me and my family explaining everything in details. One day after surgery, I was walking on the beach in Florida without any pain, leg or surgical! Ever since then, I had been mountain biking, camping, hiking and canoeing. I was 59 year old at that time. Recently, after Thanksgiving in 2014, I developed acute unbearable pain on my RIGHT leg. Again MRI revealed that my nerve at L4-L5 was pinched severely. On 12/30/14 I had Dr. Mork perform the Endoscopic Spine surgery. This time in CA. He was very compassionate about my repeat situation. Again spent ample time with me and my wife explaining everything. As this was a repeat surgery, he explained that the recovery time will be a bit longer (no walk on the beach very next day!). Surgery went well. Surprisingly, he made a house call to my hotel the following day. Spent over an hour again with me and my wife. He is very sincere, compassionate and most of all honest about everything. I am in my third week of recovery with absolutely no leg pain. After first week of rest, I am almost living my normal life. No pain what so ever. Of course I need to take it easy until I am fully recovered. Highly recommend Dr. Mork if you have any spine related condition.
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Anonymous 
 
January 20, 2015
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
Dr. Mork has cared for my health in a sincere and compassionate way. He called (personally) to see how I am doing, talked at length with a family member to explain to them his approach, techniques, and after-care. He even gave them his personal cell phone number to put them at ease over the weekend during my recovery. Dr. Mork is a gifted surgeon and well respected by the O.R. team. As I was was being prepped for surgery 2 different nurses told me that if they ever need this surgery, Dr. Mork would be the only Doctor they would go to! That in it of itself was all the reassurance I needed!
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Anonymous 
 
March 10, 2013
 
 
 
 
 
 
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I had a series of cervical foraminal stenoses that caused GREAT PAIN for a number of months, but Dr. Mork took care of the problem in one afternoon.  Poof!  It was gone!  And I was even able to drive home to Washington State the third day after surgery, driving 400 miles per day, for three days.  Am hoping to have him perform his magic on the mangled areas of my thoracic and lumbar spine this coming year.  He really is a wizard!
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Margery Barlow 
 
June 25, 2015
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
Prior to having Dr. Mork performing surgery to remove a bone spur compressing my spinal cord at the C6/7 level I had had previous cervical fusion completed at the C4/5-C5/6 levels with a bone grafted from my hip. It was six months before I could return to regular activities. The surgeons approach to reduce the compression on the spinal cord at the C6/7 level was the traditional way by cutting the vertebraeand placing a plate with screws to stablize the area. The recovery time was going to be another four to six months. Whereas the recovery time from this recent surgery by Doctor Mork is 6 weeks. My impression of Doctor Mork is that he is not going to perform any procedure if he doesn't believe it will help. Keep in mind that there is no 100% percent full proof guarantee that all of your symptoms related to your particular problem will disappear. I believe Dr. Mork performs surgery within the realm of his expertise and he can only approximate the outcome not guarantee the results. At this moment in time I am very pleased with the results of my surgery. I fully appreciate Doctor Morks weekly follow up calls to monitor my progress.
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Patient 
 
May 14, 2012
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
Outstanding care and personal involvement by Dr. Mork made this the best medical experience possible. He is the most empathetic Doctor I have ever met and would recommend calling for a free consult.
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Ken Kaminski in Pismo Beach, CA 
 
September 21, 2016
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
Fusion recommended for cervical stenosis.  Chose instead endoscopic procedure by Dr. Tony Mork at the Bonita Springs facility.  Dr. Mork and staff and facility staff were all excellent!  Professional, personal and caring.  And cured my stenosis!   I no longer have arm numbness/weakness and can turn my head all directions.  Would highly recommend!
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Bill Hunt 
 
July 30, 2024
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
I am a Canadian resident and learnt of Dr. Mork through a friend who had seen him a number of years previously. I had been diagnosed with Stenosis in the cervical spine and had been placed on a waiting list for spinal surgery consisting of a multi level fusion with cage and plate. I contacted Dr. Mork's office, all my medical records, including MRI's, were reviewed and he recommended a two level decompression by way of endoscopic surgery. Arrangements were made with the capable and friendly aid of his assistant, Mariana, and a surgery date was selected. I am now six weeks post surgery, strength and coordination are already much improved on the side that was affected by the stenosis and I am feeling better than I have in years. I would personally highly recommend that anyone who has been diagnosed with stenosis or related spinal problems should investigate the feasibility of having endoscopic surgery rather that traditional fusion. Dr. Mork is an extremely polite, caring and personable individual, who always made himself available to answer any questions that arose. As he is accustomed to dealing with many patients who travel to avail themselves of his services, he does everything possible to limit their time in hospital, including making a follow up visit at the hotel.
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Anonymous 
 
August 12, 2016
 
 
 
 
 
 
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The absolute best we've got on the planet. He is the innovator of endoscopic laser surgery. His results are unparalleled. For example, we had an instructor go in for surgery on a Friday, was back to work on Tuesday (albeit against recommendation :) ).
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Rich May 
 
January 13, 2015
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
Dr. Mork is wonderful. I had sciatica for several months and my toes were numb for 6 months. After my surgery in 2007, I only had post surgical pain with no sciatica the night after my surgery. I was able to ride in a car from Florida to Northeast Texas 1 or 2 days after my surgery with no difficulty. In 2015, an MRI was sent to Dr. Mork concerning my back again and he promptly called me and discussed the report. He did not sugar coat anything but told me his professional opinon with straight forward language that I could understand. He even suggested that I not have surgery now but to contact him if symptoms worsen. That shows me he is not just interested in doing more surgeries to obtain more revenue. The only doctor I want operating on my back is Dr. Mork.
  
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Patient 
 
December 8, 2015