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Nicholas J. Clark MD

Nicholas J. Clark MD

Transforming Lives Through Spine Care

Dr. Nicholas J. Clark offers advanced orthopedic care in Naples FL, with a focus on minimally invasive spine (MIS) surgery.

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Welcome

About Nicholas Clark

Dr. Nicholas Clark is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon with expertise in minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Clark is committed to helping patients relieve pain, restore function, and improve their quality of life through personalized, evidence-based care.

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Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Revolutionizing Spine Care

Minimally invasive spine (MIS) surgery uses advanced techniques and tools to treat spinal conditions with minimal disruption to surrounding tissues. By operating through incisions typically smaller than one inch, surgeons can target specific areas of the spine with precision. Many MIS procedures are performed in outpatient settings, allowing patients to return home the same day.

Spine Treatments

Comprehensive Solutions for Back Pain Relief

Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)

Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) is a procedure that relieves pressure on nerves in the neck by removing a damaged disc and stabilizing the spine.

MIS Microdiscectomy

MIS Microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive surgery that removes part of a herniated disc to ease nerve compression and leg pain.

MIS Decompression/ Laminectomy

MIS Decompression/Laminectomy is a targeted approach to relieve spinal stenosis by removing bone or tissue that narrows the spinal canal.

MIS TLIF (Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion)

MIS TLIF (Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion) is a minimally invasive fusion surgery that stabilizes the spine after removing a damaged lumbar disc.

Synovial Cyst Excision

Synovial Cyst Excision is a procedure that removes fluid-filled cysts from the spine to reduce nerve irritation and pain.

MIS LLIF (Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion)

MIS LLIF (Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion) is a side-approach spine surgery that restores stability while reducing disruption to back muscles.

MIS ALIF (Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion)

MIS ALIF (Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion) is a front-approach procedure that replaces a damaged disc and fuses the lumbar spine for long-term support.

Cervical Total Disc Replacement

Cervical Total Disc Replacement is a motion-preserving procedure that replaces a worn cervical disc with an artificial implant.

Pars repair

Pars Repair is a focused surgery that treats stress fractures in the spine to restore stability and reduce pain.

Posterior cervical decompression and fusion

Posterior Cervical Decompression and Fusion is a surgery that relieves spinal cord pressure in the neck while stabilizing the spine from the back.
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Arthritis

Degenerative spine changes that can cause pain and nerve compression, often treated with both nonoperative and surgical options.

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Cervical stenosis (Myelopathy)

Spinal cord compression leading to balance, coordination, or bowel/bladder issues, often requiring surgical treatment.

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Degenerative Disc Disease

Age-related disc wear that can lead to spinal pain and nerve compression due to loss of disc height and flexibility.

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Herniated Disc (Sciatica)

A ruptured disc that presses on spinal nerves, causing pain, numbness, or weakness, potentially requiring surgery if severe.

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Neck and Back Pain

Can stem from injury or long-term degeneration, with care tailored to the source and severity of the pain.

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Sciatica (Radiculopathy)

Nerve root compression causing pain, tingling, or weakness in limbs, treated with conservative or surgical methods.

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Spinal Stenosis

Narrowing of the spinal canal causing nerve symptoms or cord compression, managed through various treatment levels.

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Spondylolisthesis and Spondylolysis

Slippage of a vertebra that can compress nerves and cause leg or back symptoms, treated based on severity.

Spine Conditions

Diagnosing & Treating Spine Conditions

Dr. Clark takes a personalized approach to diagnosing the root cause of your pain and creating a treatment plan focused on the least invasive options. His main objective is to help you get back to the life you love without the need for surgery whenever possible. 

HSS at NCH welcomes Nicholas Clark, MD, orthopedic spine surgeon.

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August 14, 2025

HSS at NCH welcomes Nicholas Clark, MD, orthopedic spine surgeon.

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