That's interesting Cheryl. I didn't realize you got different opinions. I was under the impression that Dr. Bierstedt was a less conservative surgeon from other comments I have read not more so, that proves that impression incorrect. Good to know. I'm not sure I can conclude now that either of the two are more or less conservative than the other.
I understand why you made the decision you did. I'm in the opposite position right now. I know I need surgery at my C5/C6 level. Dr. Bierstedt thinks I should have my disc replaced at C3/C4 also. I'm not far enough along to know if I want that or not. I haven't contacted Dr. Clavel but, am considering him. A step at a time ....
Thanks for clearing that up!
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2006: epidural shots did nothing; 2 surgeons recommended 2 level fusion, I declined.
2007 - 2010 4 foraminotomy and cord decompression cervical surgeries and 2 endoscopic discectomy T7-T8 surgeries; total 6 with Dr. Jho (Pittsburgh,PA) My C6/C7 autofused around 2009.
2013 - 2015: epidurals 3 times (again did nothing) and 4 Radiofrequency ablation (or RFA) procedures.
2016 more RFAs, hit the 10 year mark of this insanity and pain, 3 level M6-C ADR with Dr. Clavel May 19, 2016 
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