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Brian L. Dial, MD

Patient Ratings

4.8 / 5 (Based on 136 Ratings)

Specialties:

Orthopedic Surgery and Spine Surgery

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Conditions Treated

pars fractures, sacroiliac joint pain, sciatica, annular tear, cervicogenic headaches, congenital spine abnormalities, curvature of the spine, degenerative discs, discogenic back pain, facet joint pain, kyphosis, neck fracture, pinched nerve, piriformis syndrome, radicular pain, sacroiliac joint arthritis, spinal cord compression, spinal tumors, spine arthritis, synovial cysts, thoracic myelopathy, whiplash, compression fractures of the spines, facet arthropathy, spinal cord disfunction, spinal cord injuries, spinal deformity, spinal infections, spine pain, spondylolysis, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, back pain, cervical myelopathy, cervical spondylosis, failed back surgery, herniated disc, lower back pain, myelopathy, neck pain, radiculopathy, scoliosis, post laminectomy syndrome pain, spinal instability, back fracture, back injury, and spine disorders

Procedures Performed

anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF), cervical corpectomy, cervical disc replacement, cervical foraminotomy, cervical laminectomy, cervical laminectomy and fusion, extreme lateral interbody fusion (XLIF), laminoplasty, lumbar laminotomy, lumbar microdiscectomy, lumbar spinal fusion, neck surgery, pars interarticularis repair, posterior cervical decompression and fusion, posterior cervical laminectomy, revision spinal surgery, sacroiliac joint fusion, spinal deformity correction, spine tumor resection, thoracic discectomy and fusion, thoracic laminectomy, transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (OLIF), transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF), anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF), cervical microdiscectomy, minimally invasive spine surgery, spinal fusion, laminectomy, nonsurgical treatment of spine conditions, spine surgery, thoracic fusion, and back surgery

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Gender:

Male

Languages:

English

Interpretation Services Available

Honors, Awards, etc.

2025 Seattle Met "Top Doctors"

Board Certification

Board Certified in Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Experience

Dr. Brian Dial is a fellowship trained and well published spine surgeon who specializes in complex spine surgery. He treats all spine-related conditions utilizing the most current and minimally invasive approaches to successfully manage the patient's condition.
Dr. Dial received his bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering and prior to medical school worked as a research and development engineer. His engineering foundation sharpened his problem-solving skills and prepared him to better understand new spine technology in order to provide the best patient care.
Following his orthopedic surgical training at Duke University, he attended the pediatric and adult spinal deformity fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis. This prestigious fellowship provided mentorship from world-renowned spinal deformity surgeons and prepared him to address the most complex spinal pathologies. 

Philosophy of Care

My philosophy as a spine surgeon is to provide you with a detailed understanding of both what is causing your neck and/or back symptoms and the different treatment options available to best alleviate your symptoms. Once you have a detailed understanding of your problem, we can decide on the best course of treatment together.  Ideally, the least invasive intervention that will successfully allow you to regain and maintain your desired lifestyle will be selected. Undergoing spine surgery can be a stressful process, but through shared decision making and my patient-centered care I am confident that you will feel comfortable before, during and after surgery.

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Advanced Treatment Options for Spine-Related Conditions

Brian Dial

Preventing Tech Neck with Dr. Dial, Eastside Neuroscience Institute

Experience

Year began practicing: 2020

Medical School

Loyola University - Stritch School of Medicine | Maywood, IL

Residency

Duke University Hospital (orthopedic surgery) | Durham, NC

Fellowship

Washington University (spine surgery) | St. Louis, MO

Personal Information

My wife, Julie, and I are very excited to be calling the Pacific Northwest home. As a Chicago native who grew up surrounded by multiple professional teams, I am looking forward to diving into the Seattle sports culture. Julie and I enjoy a number of outdoor activities including taking our dog, Frankie, on hikes, kayaking, beach volleyball and skiing. Julie, a pediatrician, and I also have a mutual passion for global health and we enjoy participating in medical mission work.

Reviews

5.0
October 26, 2025
My experience with Dr. Dial was very good. He listened to me, and explained things in a way I could understand. I'm so thankful for the excellent care and support him and his staff gave me pre and post surgery.
5.0
October 02, 2025
Dr Dial spent a lot of time with my son and me.
5.0
September 25, 2025
Thanks Dr Dial!
5.0
August 20, 2025
Best medical care I've received in 71+ years! I've felt listened to and well cared for.
5.0
August 13, 2025
had surgery with Dr Dial and his an amazing surgeon, smart and genius, and my recovery is fast too. I felt safe and secure under their care. I am so grateful
5.0
June 10, 2025
Knowledgeable
5.0
May 12, 2025
Dr. Dial, and team have been a pleasure to meet. Top shelf professionalism. Thank you for your commitment to your professions
5.0
April 26, 2025
Dr. Dial and his team saved my life.
5.0
April 07, 2025
Very professional and to the heart of my options.
5.0
April 05, 2025
This was a pre-surgery family meeting. ALL of their questions were answered clearly and succinctly! We were very pleased.
5.0
March 20, 2025
Dr. Dial is an exceptional surgeon. 5 months of constant pain was gone in one day due to his skilled hands. I'm forever grateful for what he did for me, I've gotten my life back!
5.0
February 22, 2025
Dr Dial is outstanding! I can't express enough the appreciation I have for the time and detailed explanation he gave to me.
5.0
February 15, 2025
Excellent
5.0
January 25, 2025
Dr Dial is one of my best doctors ever. He ordered X-rays to rule out any spinal Issues that could have caused the scary muscle spasms I recently experienced and discussed how to mitigate them.
2.14
January 17, 2025
Did not explain proposed procedures and reasons for them thoroughly, was provided handouts with descriptions of procedures proposed.
5.0
January 14, 2025
Very courteous and friendly. Personable care.
5.0
January 14, 2025
This was my first time seeing this provider as I was referred to him by my orthopedic doctor. However, he will now be my primary provider for future visits once my surgery gets approval.
4.71
December 18, 2024
Excellent at describing my options
5.0
August 27, 2024
Excellent
5.0
June 27, 2024
This is my 2nd surgery with Dr Dial, he is an amazing surgeon, I have utmost trust in. He is thorough, caring, explains everything. I recommend him to others as well.
5.0
June 21, 2024
During Dr. Dials consulting I interjected questions. Each time Dr. Dial stopped and gave me full attention and addressed my concerns.