Hani Malone, MD

Hani Malone, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon with fellowship training in minimally invasive spine surgery. He specializes in the treatment of complex disorders of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine using minimally invasive techniques, and also practices general neurosurgery with extensive experience treating conditions affecting the brain.

Dr. Malone earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard University, where he was a member of the men's lacrosse team and was named Academic All-Ivy League. He received his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and remained at Columbia to complete his neurosurgery residency at the renowned Neurological Institute of New York. He then completed fellowship training in minimally invasive spine surgery at Rush University in Chicago.

His areas of expertise include spinal stenosis, disc herniation, radiculopathy, spondylolisthesis, artificial disc replacement, cervical myelopathy, spinal deformity, revision surgery, spinal metastasis, spinal tumors and brain tumors.

For Dr. Malone, “minimally invasive” describes more than surgical technique — it reflects his belief that surgery should be avoided whenever possible. He works closely with physical therapists, pain management physicians and rehabilitation specialists to help patients return to doing the things they love.

Patients can expect Dr. Malone to spend time with them and ensure they understand their condition in depth, so they can make meaningful, well-informed decisions about their care. Every appointment includes a discussion of treatment options tailored to the individual.

As an associate professor at Scripps Clinic, Dr. Malone is committed to advancing spine surgery through research. He has published extensively in the neurosurgery and spine literature and routinely presents his work at national conferences. He is a recognized leader in his field, serving as chair of the education committee for the Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery and as a mentor to spine surgeons through the San Diego Spine Foundation.

Outside the operating room, Dr. Malone enjoys surfing, skiing and spending time with his two daughters.