Fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon · North Texas
Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in North Texas
Clarity before the next step.
Comprehensive spine care for patients throughout North Texas, including Rockwall, Garland, Forney, Greenville and the greater Dallas–Fort Worth area.
Whether you’re living with persistent pain, have been told you may need surgery, or simply want another expert opinion — we’re here to help you understand your options. We bring focus to the correct diagnosis, precision to the plan, and clarity to every decision ahead.
North Texas
Why Choi Spine
Dr. Jihoon Choi is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon with extensive experience across the full spectrum of spine care — from microsurgical decompression to complex revision surgery. His philosophy is conservative first: most neck and back problems improve without an operation, and when surgery is clearly the best path, the plan is precise, modern, and built around an accurate diagnosis. Every recommendation is grounded in current evidence and shaped around the individual — your condition, your imaging, your goals.
Fellowship-trained · Conservative first · Evidence-based · Personalized care plans · Level I trauma & tertiary experience · Trains the next generation
Explore care by spinal region
Region 01
Cervical
Neck, shoulder, arm, and hand symptoms — stenosis, radiculopathy, myelopathy, disc herniation.
Region 02
Thoracic
Mid-back conditions, where careful localization is essential — stenosis, myelopathy, radiculopathy, compression fractures.
Region 03
Lumbar
Low-back and leg symptoms — sciatica, disc herniation, stenosis, spondylolisthesis.
Region 04
SI joint
Pelvis and lower-back pain from the sacroiliac joints connecting the spine to the pelvis.
Specialized care
Fractures & trauma
Complex spinal injuries, informed by Level I trauma experience — from acute injuries through delayed reconstruction.
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When it’s the right next step
Surgical approach
Dr. Choi offers precision and the highest standards of modern surgical care.
Technique
Minimally invasive surgery
Small, precisely planned corridors — less tissue disruption, faster recovery.
Learn more ApproachMotion preservation
Non-fusion options that treat the problem while keeping the spine moving.
Learn more ProcedureSpinal decompression
Relieves pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots.
Learn more ProcedureSpinal fusion
Stabilizes painful or unstable segments, from single-level to multilevel.
Learn more Complex careComplex spine surgery
Revision and complex cases — the difficult spinal problems other practices refer out.
Learn moreConsultations
Your first visit or another perspective.
Both begin the same way: with a careful review of the problem, a clear explanation of the options, and time to ask questions.
Initial consultationStart with an evaluation of your symptoms, imaging, prior treatments, and goals.
Second opinion →Revisit a diagnosis or a proposed surgery — get clarity, not just another surgical recommendation.
Spine care close to home
Four clinics across North Texas.
Rockwall, TX 75087About the Rockwall clinic
Garland, TX 75044About the North Garland clinic
Forney, TX 75126About the Forney clinic
Greenville, TX 75402About the Greenville clinic
Also serving surrounding communities — all locations →
Patient Stories
★★★★★
David Evans, from my first visit I knew that Dr. Choi would be doing my surgery. He is fantastic and caring. I have no pain or stiffness. I will recommend him.
★★★★★
Amazing Dr. Choi. He is the absolute best. Completely adore him. His office is the best. He saved my husband's life. My husband flipped his truck and broke his neck and spine, dr Choi saved his life. We cannot thank him enough!
★★★★★
Dr. Choi performed an emergency microdiscectomy after my L5-S1 herniation worsened to unbearable levels. He listened carefully to my concerns, explained everything thoroughly, and made me feel confident going into surgery. The recovery process was smooth, and I'm now completely pain-free with no further issues. I highly recommend him to anyone dealing with spine problems!
★★★★★
Dr Choi is caring and takes time to listen to his patients. I had spinal fusion surgery for scoliosis done about 40 years ago. I mentioned having ongoing pain from the bone graft site. I felt like he heard my story and took everything into account when exploring different treatment options. He never made me feel rushed. I hope he forever keeps his amazing bedside manner.
★★★★★
Dr. Choi is a talented and friendly doctor who genuinely cares for and spends time with his patients. He is kind, thoughtful, and answers any and all questions you might have. I will be forever grateful for his skills as a surgeon in restoring my wife's ability to stand and walk again. Thank you!
★★★★★
I was a surgical tech for 12 years (8 years of level 1 trauma) so I've worked with MANY surgeons. I would highly recommend Dr. Choi to anyone asking. He is VERY knowledgeable, friendly and has a wonderful bedside manner.
Insurance accepted
Most major insurance plans accepted. Since coverage varies by plan, please call (972) 817-7450 and we will verify your benefits before your visit.
Enabling technologies
Technology can add precision and real-time information in the operating room, but it never replaces a careful plan or surgical judgment.
Technology
Computer-assisted navigation
Tracks anatomy and instruments against imaging to support precise trajectories and implant placement.
Learn more TechnologyEndoscopic visualization
A small camera and specialized instruments access and view targeted anatomy through a minimally invasive approach.
Learn more TechnologyRobot-assisted surgery
Supports preoperative planning and precise instrument guidance during select spine procedures.
Learn more TechnologyAugmented reality
Projects imaging and navigation guidance into the surgeon's field of view, supporting orientation and precise instrument placement.
Learn more TechnologyIntraoperative neuromonitoring
Monitors electrical signals from the spinal cord and nerves so the team can respond to meaningful changes.
Learn more TechnologyOperative microscope
Magnification and focused illumination to help distinguish delicate anatomy during decompression.
Learn moreInitial consultation or second opinion?
General questions are welcome too — call (972) 817-7450 or send a request online, and we'll help you find the right next step.