About Dr. Davidson

Larry Davidson, M.D., FAANS

Larry Davidson, M.D., FAANS, is a board-certified neurosurgeon with over 30 years of experience treating a wide range of back and neck conditions, including disc degeneration and spinal tumors. As the primary partner of Advanced Spinal and Neurosurgical Associates (ASNA), he combines a deep commitment to patient outcomes with the latest advancements in minimally invasive spinal surgery — techniques that reduce complications and support faster recoveries. His enthusiasm for the field is reflected in his own words: “It’s next to impossible not to be excited about what’s around the corner in our journey of progress.”

Two students studying at a long table in a traditional wood-paneled library
30+

Years of Experience

Board

Certified Neurosurgeon

ASNA

Primary Partner

Practice Focus

Areas of Clinical Expertise

Dr. Davidson treats a wide range of back and neck conditions and has built his practice around minimally invasive techniques.

Disc Degeneration

Evaluation and surgical treatment of degenerative disc disease in the cervical and lumbar spine.

Spinal Tumors

Removal of benign and malignant tumors of the spine, including metastatic lesions.

Minimally Invasive Surgery

Modern techniques that reduce tissue disruption, lower complication rates, and shorten recovery time.

Education & Training

A Path Shaped by Discipline

Dr. Davidson was born and raised in Hickory, North Carolina, and earned his undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill before attending the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. He completed his neurosurgery residency at the Medical University of South Carolina and a fellowship in complex spinal surgery at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine. He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Florence County Medical Society, and the South Carolina Medical Association. 

Two students studying at a long table in a traditional wood-paneled library

Outside the Practice

Outside his practice, Dr. Davidson has been married to Sandra, a former neurosurgical ICU and Flight nurse. The couple met while studying for their undergraduate degrees at Chapel Hill in 1980.

The Davidsons have two adult daughters, Anna and Emily.