What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.94
Average wait time
4.75
Bedside manner
5.00
“I'm extremely impressed the Doctor and his staff. The Doctor answered all my questions and is eager to help me with my pain.Even the radiologist was extremely kind and professional. I would 100% recommend this office and Dr Alluri.”
Rhonda P.June 23, 2025
About Dr. Ram Kiran Alluri
R. Kiran Alluri, MD is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of USC and a part of the USC Spine Center. Dr. Alluri specializes in the surgical treatment of all neck and back disorders. He has a special interest in cervical spine surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery and robotic technology. He also treats patients with adult spinal deformity and patients requiring complex revision surgery. Dr. Alluri believes his most important role as a physician is to educate patients and their families about their condition and thoroughly explain treatment options so they can make an informed choice. His emphasis is always towards nonoperative management, utilizing a multi-disciplinary and multi-modal approach. In patients that require surgery, Dr. Alluri is trained in the latest minimally invasive and robotic techniques to expedite the recovery process and maximize postoperative function.
Dr. Alluri attended UCLA for undergraduate and medical school. He completed orthopaedic surgery residency at USC. He subsequently did his fellowship in minimally invasive and complex adult spinal deformity at the Hospital for Special Surgery, the #1 ranked orthopaedic hospital in the US and world.
In addition to patient care, Dr. Alluri is actively involved in research with an emphasis on analyzing clinical outcomes and navigation technology. To date he has published over 80 peer-reviewed research articles and his work has been presented at over 130 research meetings. He is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), American Orthopaedic Association (AOA), North American Spine Society (NASS), Lumbar Spine Research Society (LSRS) and AO Spine.
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Office locations
Keck Medicine of USC - Health Sciences Campus (1 of 2)
1450 San Pablo St, Ste 5400, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Keck Medicine of USC - Santa Clarita (2 of 2)
23929 McBean Pkwy, Ste 200, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
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Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Keck Hospital of USC
Education and training
- Medical School - University of California, Los Angeles, Doctor of Medicine
- Hospital for Special Surgery, Fellowship in Orthopedic Spine Surgery
- Los Angeles County+University of Southern California Medical Center, Internship in Orthopedic Surgery
- Los Angeles County+University of Southern California Medical Center, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- American Orthopaedic Association
- Lumbar Spine Research Society
- North American Spine Society
- AO Spine
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1487064150
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.94
Wait time
4.75
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Alluri is bright and excellent in his evaluation. I look forward to working with him.
More than 1 year agoPD
Very informative, other options were discussed and recomendation for my condition
More than 1 year agoBE
Very good! Dr. Alluri explained my case in detail which I was able to understand.
More than 1 year agoRJ
It was very reassuing and enlightening Wonderful interaction
More than 1 year agoTH
I'm extremely impressed the Doctor and his staff. The Doctor answered all my questions and is eager to help me with my pain.Even the radiologist was extremely kind and professional. I would 100% recommend this office and Dr Alluri.
June 23, 2025Rhonda P.Verified patient
Dr Kiran was very helpful and friendly!
December 2, 2024Zachary B.Verified patient
GREAT!
More than 1 year agoTW
Dr. Allurie was v friendly & helpful!
More than 1 year agoCV
Great.
More than 1 year agoLS
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May 5, 2022Rebekah I.Verified patient
More than 1 year agoRJ
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Dr. Ram Kiran Alluri is affiliated with Keck Hospital of USC.
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Dr. Ram Kiran Alluri has 2 office locations, including in Los Angeles and Santa Clarita, view full addresses on Dr. Kiran Alluri's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Ram Kiran Alluri?
Dr. Ram Kiran Alluri frequently sees patients for Back Pain, Back Problems, Neck Pain, Spine Deformation / Scoliosis , and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Ram Kiran Alluri on their profile.
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Dr. Ram Kiran Alluri speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Ram Kiran Alluri in reviews?
17 patients have reviewed Dr. Ram Kiran Alluri. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.94/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.75/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.