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Office Visits

What should you expect when you come to Dr. Ditty's office?

Dr. Ditty and his team are dedicated to ensuring that all his patients have the best possible surgical or non-surgical outcome. We recognize that many patients have experienced some constraints of the current healthcare system, such as increased wait times, shorter than desired appointments, or difficulty reaching someone who can answer your questions once you have left the office. We hope that by avoiding these constraints, we can provide a better opportunity for you to work with your doctor to achieve your health goals.

Your visit is incredibly important to us. We want to help you understand what your visit will involve so that you can plan your schedule accordingly. Your visit will include the following steps, some of which may not be required at each visit and will be indicated below.

  1. Check-in

    You will show your identification and confirm that your insurance information is correct. You will make your co-pay, if applicable, at this time. If this is your first visit, you can reduce the total time of the check-in process by completing all of the requested information online. If you are unable to complete the forms online please allow an additional 45 to 60 minutes to complete the new patient registration process.

  2. X-ray

    Some patients will require x-rays to evaluate spinal alignment or to assess fractures. Spinal x-rays typically take 5-10 minutes. (May not be necessary each visit).

  3. Medical Assistant

    Once you are seated in an examination room the Medical Assistant will take your vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, temperature, and respiratory rate) as well as confirm your height and weight. They will also review your medication list to make sure we have a correct list of the medications you take. They may also obtain some basic information about your medical history.

  4. Physician Assistant

    One of Dr. Ditty's Physician Assistants will thoroughly discuss your medical history and perform an appropriate physical and neurological evaluation. They may review your imaging with you at this time. They will answer any questions you have at this point in the visit.

  5. Dr. Ditty

    Dr. Ditty will then perform a focused review of your history and physical examination and expand upon it as necessary. He will review your imaging with you and discuss important findings and make his recommendations for medications, therapy, injections, and/or surgery. He will then take time to answer any questions that you have about his recommendations.

  6. Checkout

    You will return to the front desk to schedule any future appointments.

    Dr. Ditty shares office space with other doctors. It is possible that there may be other patients going through these steps at the same time as you. Please prepare for there to be a short wait time between these steps. Most new patients or patients who are coming to discuss surgery should plan to spend 90 minutes in our office.

Dr. Ditty shares office space with other doctors. It is possible that there may be other patients going through these steps at the same time as you. Please prepare for there to be a short wait time between these steps. Most new patients or patients who are coming to discuss surgery should plan to spend 90 minutes in our office.

Dr. Ditty and staff are very nice & understanding. I wasn’t able to stand up straight and was living in constant debilitating pain until Dr. Ditty and his P.A., Kelly straightened up my spine. I am forever grateful for them.

Holly G.

December 2020

Dr. Ditty is the whole package! Excellent surgeon & bedside manner beyond compare. Dr. Ditty and his associates have changed my life and I will be forever grateful for their exceptional skills and patient care.

John R.

From the receptionist to the X-ray tech, to Kelly, his PA and Dr. Ditty is exemplary. The environment is soothing, the staff is welcoming and Dr. Ditty and Kelly are superb. I had an extensive back procedure with complications that had nothing to do with the procedure and was treated kindly, knowledgeably and professionally.

Mark L.

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"Both Dr, Ditty and PA Monica were very professional, knowledgeable and personable. Answered all questions took the necessary time to explain everything. Highly recommend."
- Thomas W.

"Staff was fantastic! Very attentive. Dr Ditty was very informative and explained everything on what I could expect with the up coming surgery."
- Ronald H.