Mee Jeong Ka, NP

Och Spine brings together Columbia's experts in orthopedic and neurological spine surgery, rehabilitation, radiology, pain management, neurology, and other key services. Our team works with each patient to develop a personalized care plan so you can get back to your daily life as soon as possible with minimal pain or discomfort. We offer the most advanced diagnostic technologies, innovative surgical and non-surgical therapies, and procedures. Columbia's team at Och Spine treats patients of all ages. Whether you have a common problem or a complex case, our specialists have the expertise to help.

Dr. Prabhav (Prav) Deo is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Rehabilitation Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College who is board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He specializes in non-operative care of the spine, musculoskeletal medicine, and sports medicine.Dr. Deo received his bachelors degree in Neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University, graduating with honors. He then attended Rutgers New Jersey Medical School where he earned his medical degree. He completed his internship and residency at Northwestern University/Shirley Ryan Ability Lab. He concluded his medical training at the Hospital for Special Surgery, where he completed a North American Spine Society (NASS) accredited Interventional Spine and Sports Medicine Fellowship.He has clinical expertise in musculoskeletal medicine, sports injuries, and non-operative care of spinal disorders. He utilizes a holistic approach with the ultimate goal of maximizing patient function. His treatments include lifestyle modification, therapeutic exercise, image-guided injections, and fluoroscopic interventions. Dr. Deo has published several peer-reviewed journal articles and has an interest in medical education.

Edna Mintaa-Darko, CRNP at Och Spine at NewYork-Presbyterian/The Spiral in New York, NY, specializes in Orthopedic Surgery as a Nurse Practitioner. With expertise in treating conditions such as back pain, kyphosis, neck pain, and spine deformities, Edna provides non-surgical spine treatments. As a Nurse Practitioner, Edna Mintaa-Darko collaborates with patients to address their orthopedic concerns, offering personalized care to improve their quality of life. With hospital affiliations at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center and NewYork-Presbyterian Allen Hospital, Edna ensures patients receive comprehensive care in a reputable healthcare setting. Generated from the website content