Spine

The Spine division of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery aims to develop a comprehensive and renowned spine program that serves the Twin Cities and greater regional community.

Working together, our team of experts has established an international reputation for clinical treatment of patients, research productivity, outcomes studies, and training of fellows, residents and medical students.

Scoliosis

Scoliosis

An adolescent patient with a progressive curve was unresponsive to brace treatment. The patient was treated by the latest technique using thoracic pedicle screws, obtaining excellent correction of the deformity, all from a single posterior approach.

Pictured: Before (left) and after (right) treatment

Before Tumor

Tumor Case

A senior adult with destruction of vertebral body by a tumor was treated with a titanium prosthesis, creating an immediately stable spine and enabling resumption of activities.

Pictured: Before treatment, A-P and lateral views

After Tumor

Tumor Case

A senior adult with destruction of vertebral body by a tumor was treated with a titanium prosthesis, creating an immediately stable spine and enabling resumption of activities.

Pictured: After treatment, A-P and lateral views

Fracture Before

Old Fracture Causing Pain

An adult patient with a history of a fracture and resulting malalignment, causing pain, was treated by removal of fractured vertebra and realignment of spine to normal position.

Pictured: Before treatment, A-P and lateral views

Fracture After

Old Fracture Causing Pain

An adult patient with a history of a fracture and resulting malalignment, causing pain, was treated by removal of fractured vertebra and realignment of spine to normal position.

Pictured: After treatment, A-P and lateral views

Clinic Information

Clinics and Surgery Center
909 Fulton St. SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455

Appointments: 612-273-9400

Section Leader

David Polly Jr., MD
Spine Section Leader