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Spine Surgery

Department of Neurological Surgery

The Spine Division of the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is a top choice for medical students, residents, post-graduate fellows, aspiring researchers, and scientists who are passionate about advancing their knowledge and skills in spine care and spinal cord medicine.

We offer comprehensive educational programs at all training levels and world-class research opportunities that equip trainees with the necessary skills and knowledge for a successful career in this critical and rapidly evolving field. The research programs, housed at the Lois Pope LIFE center, produces over 50 peer-reviewed publications per year, reflecting the dynamic and dedicated faculty leading these programs.

Our highly skilled faculty has extensive expertise in spine-related treatments and research, offering immense value to potential students and fellows interested in pursuing a career in neurological surgery. They have a thorough understanding of the spine's complex anatomy and expert knowledge of advanced surgical techniques to address various spinal disorders. Particular areas of interest and expertise include: spinal cord injury, neural regeneration, spinal trauma, complex deformity surgery, outcomes research, neuropathic pain, motion preservation technologies, minimally invasive surgery, revision spine surgery, robotics, and cellular adjuvants.

The Spine Division is internationally recognized for providing exceptional care and conducting pioneering research in the field of spine care and spinal cord medicine. Much of our spinal cord and spine research is powered by the groundbreaking research of our world-renowned scientists and investigators who work within The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis.

Apply today to contribute to groundbreaking discoveries and receive world-class training in the field of neurosurgery, spine care, and spinal cord medicine.