George Van Nguyen, MD

I like to use my patient's strengths and curiosity to drive behavior change. It is important to personalize goals based on what my patient needs are. When I meet with my patients, I would like to get to know them and hear about their family, routines, culture and traditions, so I can best support them.

My approach to patient care centers on active listening and being an engaged member of the patient’s health care team. This allows me to better understand needs of the patient. I regularly communicate with other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care.

As a fellowship-trained spine neurosurgeon, my philosophy centers on precision, compassion, and collaboration. I believe every patient deserves a personalized approach that prioritizes their quality of life and long-term health. I take the time to explain diagnoses and treatment options clearly—whether surgical or nonsurgical—so patients feel informed, empowered, and confident in every step of their care. Surgery is never the first choice, but when it’s the right path, my goal is to restore function, relieve pain, and help patients return to the activities they love. I treat every case as if I were treating my own family—because trust, transparency, and excellent outcomes are the foundation of great care.