Dr. Basra - Long Island Spine Specialists, P.C.

Commack
763 Larkfield Rd, Second Floor
Commack, NY, 11725
Phone: (631) 462-2225
Fax: (631) 462-2240

West Islip
400 Montauk Highway, Suite 102
West Islip, NY, 11795
Phone: (631) 462-2225
Fax: (631) 462-2240

Riverhead
887 Old Country Road, Suite D
Riverhead, NY, 11901
Phone: (631) 462-2225
Fax: (631) 462-2240

West Hempstead
565 Hempstead Turnpike
West Hempstead, NY, 11552
Phone: (631) 462-2225
Fax: (631) 462-2240

Dr. Basra is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon, concentrating his practice exclusively on spine care. He treats a full spectrum of degenerative and traumatic conditions of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, including scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal fracture, tumors, disc herniation, and stenosis.

His expertise is in minimally-invasive spine surgery with extensive experience in deformity and revision surgery for complex spinal disorders. His skills and accomplishments in the replacement of damaged discs with artificial discs, as well as his motion-preservation surgical skills make him a leader in the field of spine.

Dr. Basra has a special interest in workplace-related-injuries and is committed to providing comprehensive and individualized assessment for each patient. Dr. Basra recommends the most innovative, up-to-date, and clinically proven treatment plans.

Dr. Basra strongly believes in giving back to the community through free education, offering knowledgeable, informative lectures and seminars to both community and professional groups. He has been featured as an expert medical speaker on radio, and has also published numerous articles relating to treatment of the spine.

PATIENT REVIEWS

Medical Degree:

State University of New York Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York

Professional Affiliations:

North American Spine Society
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Medical Society of State of NY (MSSNY)
Suffolk Medical Society
Society of Lateral Access Surgeons (SOLAS)

Hospital Affiliations:

Huntington Hospital, Huntington, New York
St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center, Smithtown, New York
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center, West Islip, New York
St. Francis Hospital, Roslyn, New York
Peconic Bay Medical Center, Riverhead, New York

Internship/Residency:

Administrative Chief Orthopaedic Surgery Resident
General Surgery/ Orthopaedic Surgery Resident
University of Medicine and Dentistry
Newark, New Jersey

Fellowships

Orthopaedic Spine Fellow:
- Emory University, Atlanta Georgia

Practice Policy Update Regarding COVID-19

Dear Patients:

Our patients, employees and family are our top priority at Long Island Spine Specialists, P.C.

We ask you to not visit any of our locations if you have symptoms such as fever, sneezing, coughing and possible shortness of breath.

Please cancel your appointment and re-schedule once you are feeling better and are no longer suffering with symptoms.

Only non-symptomatic patients will be seen. No exceptions.

Accompanying family members – including children – are asked to remain in the waiting area and will not be allowed to enter the exam rooms.

During this time of high concern regarding the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) we are taking extra precautions to maintain the highest possible standards of safety and cleanliness. Please be advised that we are carefully following recommendations from both the CDC and WHO and are here to help guide you through this time if needed.

Some steps we are taking to keeping safe:

We know how important cleanliness is and always maintain the highest standards of cleanliness. To further offer you peace of mind, we have increased the frequency of the cleaning of our office.

Rest assured that hand washing is strictly followed. Hand sanitizer is available to all staff and patients.

Additionally, if you have recently traveled to a country with high rates of the coronavirus or have been on a cruise, please reschedule your visit for at least 14 days from your return date. We will gladly accommodate your needs to reschedule. At that time, a telehealth interface can be arranged if necessary.

Find up-to-date and accurate information on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website and feel free to reach out with questions.

- Your team at Long Island Spine Specialists, P.C.

Dr. Sushil Basra