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MEET DR. KAKOULIDES George Kakoulides, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon who specializes in the management of spinal and cranial disorders at his practice in West Islip, Huntington, and Smithtown, New York. He has advanced specialization in both minimally invasive and complex spine surgery of… MEET DR. KAKOULIDES George Kakoulides, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon who specializes in the management of spinal and cranial disorders at his practice in West Islip, Huntington, and Smithtown, New York. He has advanced specialization in both minimally invasive and complex spine surgery of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. Dr. Kakoulides completed his residency in neurological surgery at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, where he obtained advanced training in complex spine surgery during a year-long spine fellowship. Prior to that, he obtained his medical degree with high honors from Tufts University School of Medicine, where he also pursued a joint master’s degree in international relations at The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University. Dr. Kakoulides believes that the majority of patients may not require surgery, and explores effective alternatives to surgery, such as epidural injection, acupuncture, yoga, chiropractic treatment, and Crossfit. However, for the few patients that may require surgery, Dr. Kakoulides offers a full spectrum of surgical procedures that range from minimally invasive surgery to complex spinal reconstruction. His extensive experience includes treating cervical, thoracic, and lumbar degenerative disease and spine fractures while implementing the most up-to-date surgical techniques. In addition, he has expertise in multiple other general neurosurgical disorders, including benign and malignant brain tumors as well as radiosurgery. Dr. Kakoulides is a member of numerous local and national medical and neurosurgical societies, including the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. Read more
By Michael Fusaro on July 10, 2026 Verified by Google
Excellent doctor. Michelle has helped me out in several emergency situations and quickly getting me the help I need.
By Linda Flynn on May 12, 2026 Verified by Google
Im very thankful for Dr. George Kakoulides MD! He took the time to help me understand what was going on in my neck and what my options were. Just had a disc and fusion done today at Good Sam hospital and im feeling better already!! Bless your hands Dr. K!
By Janice Gravino on November 28, 2025 Verified by Google
Dr. Kakoulides did a spinal fusion on me two years ago and changed the quality of my life in a very positive way. He is very honest, didn’t make any promises but did say he will do everything he can to help my spondylitis, fractured vertebrae and the list goes on. He corrected a laminectomy that I had done years prior. I am now so much better than I have been in over 10 years. He explains everything In detail has wonderful bedside manners. He is 10/10 as a neurosurgeon. I highly recommend Dr. Kakoulides and would only go back to him If I ever needed surgery again. I am very grateful for him. Thank you Dr. K !!
By Nicholas Buscemi on November 14, 2025 Verified by Google
Absolutely outstanding care from start to finish.
I went to Dr. George Kakoulides for a diagnosis after struggling with severe sciatic pain from a herniated disc, and I couldn’t be more grateful for his expertise. He took the time to really listen, explain what was going on, and walk me through my options.
Instead of jumping straight to surgery, he guided me toward the right pain treatments and made sure I understood every step. Thanks to his approach, my pain has improved significantly, and I finally feel like I’m on the right track.
By Dawn Narvaez on February 23, 2025 Verified by Google
God heard my prayers when I met Dr K. He has given me a Hope that I never had with anyone else anywhere else. If you feel like all is lost please come and see him. He’s amazing. Very knowledgeable And kind here’s the true meaning of let’s try instead of there’s no hope highly highly recommended his team. at Good Samaritan are amazing. their kindness and knowledge is beyond words Thank you Dr K and your team, including Michelle for all that you do and may God continue to bless you and from the bottom of my heart Thank you
for giving me hope
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George Kakoulides, MD 4.9 out of 5.0 based on 131 user reviews.
Business Hours
M-F 9am-5pm, Sa-Su Closed
Services
Spinal Tumors, Lumbar Spinal Stenosis, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Herniated Cervical Disc, Lumbar Herniated Disc, Spine Fracture, Cervical Spinal Stenosis, Revision Lumbar Surgery
Specialties
Board Certified Neurosurgeon
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