Cervical Spine Specialists brings together a highly regarded, fellowship-trained surgeon with a compassionate and service-oriented staff to give you the best possible care. Dr. Michael Smith has performed more than 2000 cervical spine surgeries over the last twenty years.
Dr. Smith is the only surgeon in the Twin Cities who focuses solely on cervical spine needs. As such, he receives referrals from a variety of sources ranging from primary care physicians to other spine surgeons, both locally and nationally. Accordingly, Dr. Smith cares for the full spectrum of cervical spine disorders.
Philosophy of Care:
“I have dedicated my practice to achieving optimal surgical results for patients with cervical spine disorders. My team and
I are committed to treating both the surgical and non-surgical aspects of our patients with prompt and personal service.â€
-Dr. Michael Smith
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Dr. Michael D. Smith is the only surgeon in the Twin Cities who focuses solely on cervical spine diseases and injuries. Having completed an intensive fellowship in cervical spine surgery, he brings twenty years of expertise to his patients' care. Dr. Smith is well known for his gentle and compassionate approach with his patients.
Most of Dr. Smith's patients are referrals from other physicians. Dr. Smith is also available for questions or guidance on other local or national healthcare resources.
Common Cervical Spine Conditions We Treat
1. Herniated Disc with Radiculopathy (nerve root) or
Myelopathy (spinal cord) symptoms
2. Spinal Stenosis due to degenerative, post-traumatic,
or congenital problems
3. Spinal Trauma (fracture, ligamentous injury, dislocation)
4. Rheumatoid Arthritis and similar conditions affecting the neck
5. Deformity of the cervical spine
6. Evaluation and management of the previously operated spine
Common Cervical Procedures to Improve Patient Health
1. Anterior - decompression (discectomy, corpectomy)
2. Posterior - decompression
(foraminotomy, laminaplasty, laminectomy)
3. Fusion (anterior, posterior, occipital-cervical, C1-C2)
4. Upper cervical decompression and fusion
5. Cervical instrumentation, including an evolving role of
disc replacement
Common Cervical Spine Conditions We Treat
1. Herniated Disc with Radiculopathy (nerve root) or
Myelopathy (spinal cord) symptoms
2. Spinal Stenosis due to degenerative, post-traumatic,
or congenital problems
3. Spinal Trauma (fracture, ligamentous injury, dislocation)
4. Rheumatoid Arthritis and similar conditions affecting the neck
5. Deformity of the cervical spine
6. Evaluation and management of the previously operated spine
Common Cervical Procedures to Improve Patient Health
1. Anterior - decompression (discectomy, corpectomy)
2. Posterior - decompression
(foraminotomy, laminaplasty, laminectomy)
3. Fusion (anterior, posterior, occipital-cervical, C1-C2)
4. Upper cervical decompression and fusion
5. Cervical instrumentation, including an evolving role of
disc replacement
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