At Restorative Spine Center of NY, our team is dedicated to one mission: restoring motion, relieving pain, and helping patients return to active, unrestricted lives. Led by board-certified spine surgeons Dr. Daniel Choi, Dr. Courtney Toombs, and Dr. Justin Ledesma, our practice is built around advanced, motion-preserving spine care using the most innovative Disc Replacement and Endoscopic Spine Surgery techniques available today.
Our Mission
At Restorative Spine Center of New York, our mission is to advance spine care through motion-preserving, minimally invasive surgery. Led by board-certified spine surgeon Dr. Daniel Choi, we specialize in outpatient solutions like disc replacement and endoscopic spine surgery that reduce downtime, protect mobility, and deliver lasting relief—helping patients return to active lives faster and with confidence.
Dr. Daniel E. Choi
Board-Certified, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeon
Dr. Daniel Choi is a nationally recognized spine surgeon specializing in motion-preserving and ultra-minimally invasive procedures. Harvard-trained and board-certified, he delivers precise, patient-focused care designed to relieve pain, preserve mobility, and support faster recovery.
Specialties
- Cervical & Lumbar Disc Replacement
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Spine Care
Education
- Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine
- Harvard Medical School–affiliated fellowship
- Rutgers Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
Dr. Courtney Toombs
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeon
Dr. Courtney Toombs is a highly trained spine surgeon specializing in advanced, minimally invasive techniques designed to reduce pain, protect mobility, and shorten recovery. She combines precision technology with a patient-centered approach to deliver modern spine care tailored to each individual.
Specialties
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- Disc Replacement Surgery
- Robotic & Computer-Guided Spine Surgery
Education
- Princeton University, Bachelor’s Degree with Honors
- NYU School of Medicine
- Yale New Haven Hospital, Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
- NYU Langone Hospital, Spine Surgery Fellowship
Dr. Justin Ledesma
Board-Certified, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeon
Dr. Justin Ledesma is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon known for a modern, patient-centered approach to care. Nationally recognized for his expertise in endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery, he emphasizes individualized treatment planning and advanced techniques designed to reduce tissue disruption and support faster recovery.
Specialties
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
- Disc Replacement & Robotic Spine Surgery
Education
- University of Arizona, Summa Cum Laude
- University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine
- Stanford University, Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
- San Diego Spine Foundation, Spine Surgery Fellowship