Neurosurgeon – Spine Surgeon
13564 Village Park Dr., Suite 150, Orlando, FL 32837
1001 Osceola Pkwy., Suite 2500, Kissimmee, FL 34744
Phone: 321-841-7550
Dr. Fanor M. Saavedra-Pozo, MD, FAANS, is a board-certified neurosurgeon and leading spine surgery expert at the Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute, collaborating within the multidisciplinary Orlando Health Spine Center. With more than 20 years of experience, he specializes in treating complex spinal conditions including degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, myelopathy, radiculopathy, tumors, fractures, deformities, and trauma, helping patients restore mobility and quality of life.
What distinguishes Dr. Saavedra-Pozo is his pioneering mastery of advanced minimally invasive and robotic techniques. He performs highly precise procedures through tiny incisions, greatly reducing pain, blood loss, and recovery time compared to traditional open surgeries. As a recognized leader in robotic spine surgery, he consistently achieves outstanding outcomes with enhanced accuracy and safety across diverse lumbar, thoracic, traumatic, and degenerative cases.
His career embodies dedication and excellence: He completed neurosurgical residency at the University of Puerto Rico in San Juan, followed by advanced fellowship training in complex and minimally invasive spine surgery at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Honored by the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society during residency, he is a Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (FAANS) and an active member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons.
Beyond innovation, Dr. Saavedra-Pozo is committed to research and education, having coauthored numerous book chapters in leading neurosurgical textbooks, published in over a dozen peer-reviewed journals, and presented frequently at national and international conferences. He prioritizes non-surgical options first—such as physical therapy, medication, and injections—tailoring personalized plans to each patient’s unique story.
Above all, he practices with profound compassion, building trust, educating patients, and involving them as active partners in their care. His seamless integration of cutting-edge technology, rigorous scholarship, and genuine empathy makes him a standout physician in Orlando, delivering hope and healing to those facing spinal challenges.
