Dan's life took a dramatic turn in 1991, when a car accident left him in a coma for 18 days, necessitating brain surgery and extensive rehabilitation.
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Back, Neck and Spine Center
Advanced, collaborative care for back, neck and spine conditions from the region’s only academic health system. Personalized treatment, innovative research and support from diagnosis through recovery.
Back, Neck and Spine Center
Comprehensive Expertise for Every Spine Condition
Our internationally recognized team includes 18 specialists from eight subspecialties. With doctors specializing in nonsurgical, minimally invasive and traditional spinal surgery, our experts collaborate to get you quickly on the path toward recovery. This means you can get back to the things that matter, faster.
Back, Neck and Spine Center
Leaders in Spine Research and Innovation
As part of the only adult academic medical center in the region, our team leads nationally recognized research, including ongoing clinical trials and new therapy development. Discoveries move directly from the lab to your bedside.
Back, Neck and Spine Center
Seamless Patient Support and Referring Provider Collaboration
Nurse navigators coordinate scheduling and care plans. Referring physicians get a secure update portal for seamless communication. Our team manages complex cases—often surgeon-to-surgeon referrals—and advances less-invasive techniques that may reduce recovery time and improve outcomes.
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Access to Ongoing Research and Clinical Trial Opportunities
Participate in research that advances spine care. Our center leads ongoing studies and clinical trials, bringing new therapies and diagnostic tests directly to patients. Learn how research may benefit your treatment options.
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Tools, Support and Updates for Referring Providers
Seamless collaboration built for referring providers. Our secure toolbox lets you track patient progress, access reports and communicate easily with our care team. Call 513-475-8263 to refer a patient.
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Help with Bills, Insurance Questions and Financial Support
Get help with your bill, estimate costs and learn about insurance coverage or financial assistance. Dedicated UC Health coordinators can answer questions and help with paperwork for your care.
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Our Specialties
Expert Care for Common and Complex Spine Conditions in One Place
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Authoring Breakthroughs
Evidence-based Care, Advanced Therapies and Research Driving Better Outcomes
Featured Benefit
Internationally Recognized Spine Experts
Our center is staffed by an internationally recognized team of experts dedicated to back, neck and spine care. As the region’s only academic health system, we bring together specialists from eight subspecialties to deliver early diagnosis and individualized treatment for the most complex conditions.
Our Unique Approach
Personalized, Team-Based Spine Care
Every patient receives a care plan built by specialists who collaborate, share ideas and apply leading research. Our coordinated approach and academic expertise mean advanced options for even the most complex spine conditions.
1st
Of its kind gene study to identify best post-op pain management medication
5+
Locations for advanced back, neck and spine treatment
Low Risk
Of side effects using minimally invasive awake surgical techniques
Leaders
In clinical research and minimally invasive neurological treatments
Advanced Spine Surgery Expertise
Nonsurgical, Minimally Invasive and Traditional Techniques
Doctors at the center specialize in nonsurgical, minimally invasive and traditional spinal surgery techniques. Our experts use the latest approaches to help patients return to daily life quickly, even for complex conditions. When advanced solutions are needed, our team brings proven treatments and innovative options together.
How to Contribute
Support Leading Spine Care
A donation to the UC Health Foundation advances world-class patient care, research, education and innovative programs at the Back, Neck and Spine Center. Your generosity benefits families today and drives tomorrow’s medical breakthrough.
Patient Stories
From Tragedy to Triumph—Paul’s Complex Spinal Surgery Story
When Paul Westhafer’s life was on the line, there was only one team he could trust to perform the complex surgery he needed—the UC Health team.
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Speak with our team for personalized answers and support throughout your care journey.