MarkMina Ishak, DO, has joined Highpoint Orthopedics and Neurosurgery with Ascension Saint Thomas, previously known as Highpoint Orthopedic Associates with Ascension Saint Thomas. The change in the clinic’s name reflects the expanded services and the arrival of Dr. Ishak.

A skillful and compassionate neurosurgeon, Dr. Ishak brings expertise in general neurosurgery, with a specialized focus on complex spine problems.

Dr. Ishak is committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for his patients, prioritizing conservative treatment options before considering surgical intervention. His philosophy centers on patient-centered care, ensuring individuals are fully informed and comfortable with their treatment plans.

"I am excited to join the Highpoint Orthopedics and Neurosurgery team and serve the Sumner County community," says Dr. MarkMina Ishak. "My goal is to provide excellent spine, back, and brain care, staying focused on patient safety and precision. I look forward to helping patients regain their quality of life."

Dr. Ishak's expertise includes, but is not limited to:

• ACDF (Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion)
• Treatments for back pain and pinched nerves, such as lumbar decompression and lumbar disc surgery
• Spinal fusion, including TLIF (Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion)
• Traumatic spinal injuries
• Brain and spinal tumor surgeries
• Disc herniations
• Spinal stenosis

Dr. Ishak uses advanced technologies in spine surgery, including neuro-navigation, to enhance both safety and precision during procedures. He offers minimally invasive and traditional surgical options tailored to individual patient needs.

Dr. Ishak earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine in Old Westbury, NY. He is originally from New York and previously practiced in the Hickory, NC area.

Dr. Ishak is now accepting new patients at Highpoint Orthopedics and Neurosurgery in Gallatin.

For appointments or more information, please visit this website.

About Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas

Highpoint Health is a regional health system dedicated to making communities healthier in Middle Tennessee. It is composed of:

• Highpoint Health – Sumner, a 167-bed hospital in Gallatin
• The Highpoint Health – Sumner Station campus in Gallatin
• Highpoint Health – Riverview, a 35-bed critical access hospital in Carthage
• Highpoint Health – Trousdale, a 25-bed critical access hospital in Hartsville
• And as of March 2025, Highpoint Health – Winchester and Sewanee, jointly providing 198 acute and skilled care beds

Highpoint Health is operated as part of a joint venture between Lifepoint Health and Ascension Saint Thomas. This collaboration brings together the organizations’ clinical excellence, best practices, and talented caregivers to collaborate in new ways that improve access to high-quality clinical programs and specialty care for patients and communities.

To learn more, visit HighpointHealthSystem.com