Zachary R. Diltz, MD
Zachary R. Diltz, MD

Back, Neck & Spine

Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Coastal Region

Wilmington – Ashton Orthopedic Clinic
Leland – Brunswick Forest Orthopedic Clinic

About Zachary R. Diltz, MD

Dr. Diltz earned his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Alabama, followed by his Doctor of Medicine degree from The Ohio State University College of Medicine. After his orthopedic surgery residency at Campbell Clinic-University of Tennessee, he completed a spine surgery fellowship at Houston Methodist.

While in medical school, Dr Diltz was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society and graduated summa cum laude. He also had multiple peer-reviewed publications in medical journals.

Conditions Treated & Services Offered:

Dr. Diltz sees patients for a variety of spine conditions and injuries, offering both surgical and nonsurgical treatments.

  • Neck and back pain
  • Herniated and bulging discs
  • Degenerative spine conditions
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Sciatica and nerve pain
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Scoliosis and spinal deformities
  • Spinal fractures and trauma

Education & Training

  • Undergraduate: The University of Alabama
  • Medical School: The Ohio State University College of Medicine
  • Residency: Campbell Clinic – University of Tennessee
  • Fellowship: Houston Methodist

Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
  • Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Make an Appointment with Dr. Diltz at the following locations:

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If you’re experiencing back, neck or spine pain, contact EmergeOrtho — Coastal Region today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Zachary Diltz. Let us help you get back to doing what you love—pain-free.

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