Darrell C. Brett, M.D.

Dr. Brett’s Philosophy

Dr. Darrell Brett has been in practice at the same location in Portland Oregon since 1984. In 1990 he sub-specialized in spine surgery only and no longer performs intracranial surgery electively. He performs approximately 750 spine surgeries per year, mainly involving the cervical and lumbar spine. He has excellent clinical outcome scores in the top 1% of his national peers and has an infection rate of less than .01% per year.

Board Certifications

Board-Certified Neurological Surgeon

Residency

University of Western Ontario – Canada

Medical Degree

University of Western Ontario – Canada

Surgical Internship

University of Toronto – Canada

Professional Affiliations

Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons
Fellow, American College of Surgeons
American Board of Neurological Surgery

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IMPORTANT CORONAVIRUS/COVID-19 FACILITY STATEMENT

At Northwest Spine and Laser Surgery Center (NWSL), our top priority is always the safety and well-being of our patients, visitors and staff. We are committed to providing the safest environment possible for the patients who receive our services and the staff members providing those services.

We are closely monitoring the rapidly evolving Coronavirus/COVID-19 situation and following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Oregon Health Authority (OHA), and County Health Departments.

As with any newly emerging infectious disease, knowledge evolves with time and recommendations are changing rapidly. NWSL is committed to doing our part to slow the spread of COVID-19, treating only the most urgent surgical needs in the interim.

At this time, NWSL will continue to provide services with temporary enhanced eligibility criteria for elective procedures. Additionally, NWSL will continue preventative measures already part of our standard practice which include frequent hand washing and facility sanitation methods using hospital grade disinfectants. Staff will continue to be required to comply with our established illness policy.

To protect the health of our patients, visitors, and staff, NWSL will also begin a temporary visitor restriction limiting visitors to 1 healthy adult age 16 or over. This is to allow for adequate distancing of individuals while inside our facility. Visitors will be encouraged but not required to wait in their cars until the patient is ready for discharge. Moreover, patients and visitors will be screened for symptoms of respiratory illness and fever upon arrival prior to remaining in the clinic.

As with any infectious disease, if patients, visitors, or staff experience symptoms of illness they should remain at home and are encouraged to seek guidance from their healthcare provider.

The CDC recommends taking the following precautions to stay healthy:

Wash your hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.

Stay home when you’re sick to avoid infecting others.

Cover your cough or sneeze with your elbow or a tissue.

Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

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