Comprehensive Spine Program

Our team strives to provide the most effective, evidence-based treatment solutions, both surgical and non-surgical.

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    • USNWR High Performing Spinal Fusions

    The University of Michigan Health Comprehensive Spine Program brings together a team of nationally recognized specialists in back and spine care to provide the most effective, evidence-based treatment solutions, both surgical and non-surgical. No other program offers our unique breadth of services.

    Our Approach

    Our multidisciplinary spine team works to determine the right treatment for each patient, beginning with the least invasive option. We consider the patient’s medical profile to recommend the best provider and treatment plan, and offer access to specialists in multiple areas.

    Our specialists are committed to your successful treatment, supporting you every step of the way. Our doctors listen carefully to you to identify the cause of your symptoms. We then offer a tailored treatment plan. For those who require surgery, we provide education and support to help prepare you for your procedure and assist in your full recovery.

    Services

     Conditions Medical Treatments Surgical Treatments
    • Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery
    • Endoscopic Spine Surgery
    • Disc Replacement Surgery
    • Robotic Spine Surgery
    • Anterior and Lateral Interbody Fusions
    • Deformity Corrections
    • Revision spine surgery
    • Spine Fusion
    • Tumor resections 

    Appointment Information

    You're about to make an important decision, and we want to help you make a good one. Our staff will be glad to talk with you about your options and how we can help.

    For musculoskeletal-based back and spine conditions, call:

    Locations
    • Back & Pain Center | Burlington Building 325 E Eisenhower Pkwy
      Floor 1
      Ann Arbor, MI 48108-3364       Get Directions
    • Back & Pain Center | Dexter Health Center 7300 Dexter Ann Arbor Rd Ste 110
      Floor 1
      Dexter, MI 48130-8598       Get Directions
    • Back & Pain Center | Northville Health Center 39901 Traditions Dr
      Floor 1
      Northville, MI 48168-9493       Get Directions
    • Back & Pain Center | West Ann Arbor Health Center-Parkland Plaza 380 Parkland Plaza Ste 210
      Floor 1
      Ann Arbor, MI 48103-6201       Get Directions
    • Neurosurgery Clinic | Taubman Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
      Floor 2 Reception G
      Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5338       Get Directions
    • Occupation Therapy Clinic | Brighton Center for Specialty Care 7500 Challis Rd400,
      Entrance 1, Level 1
      Brighton, MI 48116-9416       Get Directions
    • Orthopaedic Oncology Surgery Clinic | Rogel Cancer Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
      Floor B1 Reception E
      Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5912       Get Directions
    • Orthopaedic Surgery Clinic | Brighton Center for Specialty Care 7500 Challis Rd
      Entrance 1, Level 1
      Brighton, MI 48116-9416       Get Directions
    • Orthopaedic Surgery Clinic | Taubman Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
      Floor 2 Reception B
      Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5328       Get Directions
    • Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Clinic | Burlington Building 325 E Eisenhower Pkwy
      Floor 3
      Ann Arbor, MI 48108-3364       Get Directions
    • Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Clinic | Burlington Building 325 E Eisenhower Pkwy
      Floor 3
      Ann Arbor, MI 48108-3364       Get Directions
    • Spine Clinic | Brighton Center for Specialty Care 7500 Challis Rd
      Entrance 1, Level 1
      Brighton, MI 48116-9416       Get Directions
    • Spine Clinic | Chelsea Health Center 14700 E Old US Highway 12
      Chelsea, MI 48118-1185       Get Directions
    • Spine Procedure Clinic | Burlington Building 325 E Eisenhower Pkwy Ste 100
      Ann Arbor, MI 48108-3364       Get Directions

    Doctors

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    Andrea Lynn Aagesen, DO

    Clinical Assistant Professor

    Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine

    Ilyas Syed Aleem, MD

    Ilyas Syed Aleem, MD

    Clinical Associate Professor

    Orthopedic Surgery

    Rishi Rai Bakshi, DO

    Clinical Associate Professor

    Pain Medicine, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    Jane Elizabeth Beimer, MD

    Jane Elizabeth Beimer, MD

    Clinical Instructor

    Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    Mark Christopher Bicket, MD

    Mark Christopher Bicket, MD, PhD, FASA

    Associate Professor

    Interventional Pain Medicine, Pain Medicine, Anesthesiology

    Chad Michael Brummett, MD

    Chad Michael Brummett, MD

    Professor

    Interventional Pain Medicine, Pain Medicine, Anesthesiology

    SriKrishna Chandran, MD

    Clinical Assistant Professor

    Pain Medicine, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    Srinivas Chiravuri, MD

    Clinical Associate Professor

    Interventional Pain Medicine, Pain Medicine, Anesthesiology

    Michael Brendan Cloney, MD

    Michael Brendan Cloney, MD, MPH

    Clinical Assistant Professor

    Neurological Surgery

    Anita S W Craig, DO

    Clinical Assistant Professor

    Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Electrodiagnostic Medicine

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    Providers

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    Megan Curtis, NP

    Advanced Practice Nurse

    Nurse Practitioner

    Thomas John Ferguson, NP

    Thomas John Ferguson, NP

    Advanced Practice Nurse

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    Toni M Howson, PA-C

    Physician Assistant

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    Sarah Whitney LaPonsa, PA-C

    Physician Assistant

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    Michelle Alyssa Mallory, NP

    Advanced Practice Nurse

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    Clare Masternak, PA-C

    Physician Assistant

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    Kathryn Elaine Matulich, NP

    Kathryn Elaine Matulich, NP

    Advanced Practice Nurse

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    Maria Elise Powers, PA-C

    Physician Assistant

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    April Marie Saval, PA-C

    Physician Assistant

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    Nancy Irene Thomas, NP

    Advanced Practice Nurse

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