Dr. Baron Lonner
Dr. Baron Lonner is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric and adult scoliosis, spinal deformities, and complex spine conditions. His nationally recognized scoliosis practices are located in New York City (Manhattan) and Great Neck, Long Island, providing advanced, patient-centered care for children, adolescents, and adults throughout the world.
Internationally recognized as one of the leading experts in scoliosis and spinal curvature surgery, Dr. Lonner has received numerous awards for his groundbreaking research, surgical innovations, and lasting contributions to the field of scoliosis spine surgery. He serves on the Board of Directors of the prestigious Scoliosis Research Society, an international organization dedicated to advancing education, research, and the highest standards of care for spinal deformities.
Dr. Lonner is known for combining technical excellence with a compassionate, holistic approach to patient care. He works closely with each patient and their family to develop individualized treatment plans that prioritize safety, long-term spinal health, and overall quality of life. Whether recommending observation, non-operative treatment, or the latest surgical techniques, his goal is to help patients achieve the best possible outcomes while preserving function and mobility.
Dr. Lonner’s impressive credentials and professional achievements include:
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- Faculty AO Spine North America
- NY State Orthopaedic Society
- Eastern Orthopaedic Association
- North American Spine Society
- Scoliosis Research Society
- American Medical Association
- Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine, New York
- Chief of Minimally Invasive Scoliosis Surgery, Mount Sinai Hospital, New York
- Attending Surgeon Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York
Services
Conditions Treated
- Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
- Adult Degenerative Scoliosis
- Adult Spinal Deformity
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Congenital Scoliosis
- Early Onset Scoliosis
- Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
- Flatback Syndrome
- Growth Conditions (Skeletal Dysplasias)
- Lumbar & Cervical Herniated Disc
- Marfan Syndrome
- Neurofibromatosis
- Neuromuscular Scoliosis
- Prader-Willi Syndrome
- Scheuermann’s Kyphosis
- Spondylolisthesis
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2nd Opinions
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Have board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon Dr. Baron Lonner review your diagnosis, imaging, and current treatment recommendations. Get clear answers about scoliosis or another spinal deformity, understand your surgical and nonsurgical options, and feel more confident about the next steps in your care.
Virtual Consults
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Meet remotely with Dr. Baron Lonner to discuss scoliosis, spinal deformity, imaging results, or treatment options. Receive expert guidance, answers to your questions, and recommendations about whether additional testing, an in-office evaluation, or treatment may be appropriate.
In-Office
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Meet with Dr. Baron Lonner at his NYC or Long Island practice for a detailed evaluation of your symptoms, medical history, and diagnostic imaging. Receive a personalized treatment plan designed around your condition, age, goals, and individual needs. Dr. Lonner will clearly explain your diagnosis and the treatment options available to you.
Dr. Lonner has been a pioneer in anterior scoliosis correction and other motion-preserving procedures for more than three decades. He is among a select group of spine surgeons worldwide with the expertise to perform these advanced, less invasive techniques, which are designed to correct severe spinal curvatures while preserving spinal function, flexibility, and, when appropriate, continued growth. His commitment to innovation has helped expand treatment options for children, adolescents, and adults with scoliosis.
Dr. Lonner performed my scoliosis correction surgery in 2021. He is a professional and very talented surgeon. I am very grateful to him for straightening my spine. Finding him was a blessing in my life. In addition, the office is very well run. All of the office staff were friendly and helpful. Overall, an excellent experience every time. He gave me m life back. ~ Google
Over the course of his career, Dr. Lonner has successfully performed surgery on several thousand patients from around the globe. Every procedure is led by Dr. Lonner and performed alongside an experienced fellowship-trained spine surgeon, providing the highest level of surgical expertise and patient safety. Dr. Lonner personally performs every critical portion of each operation because he understands that patients and their families choose his NYC and Manhattan scoliosis practice for his exceptional experience, precision, and compassionate care.
From the initial consultation through recovery, Dr. Lonner and his dedicated team are committed to delivering outstanding outcomes while maintaining the highest standards of safety, innovation, and personalized care. Their goal is to help every patient achieve the best possible spinal correction, improved quality of life, and a safe return to normal activities.
Dr. Lonner is incredibly experienced, compassionate, and truly provides patient / family centered care. He provided models and all of the options to our daughter with risks benefits to help inform our decision. His team worked tirelessly, with tremendous patience helping to schedule our daughters surgery in the face of unusually difficult insurance circumstances. We feel fortunate to have our daughter cared for by Dr. Lonner and his team. ~ Google