What kind of work do you do?
Is it a large company so you can request to transfer to another type of work in the company?

Did the doctor fully understand what your work entails?
He didn't give any restrictions for modified duties?

Could the c spine herniations be due to the job as in work comp?

With some expert care and some life/work adjustments perhaps that surgeon will be wrong...

Do you have a copy of your written MRI report to post here?