About Benjamin Bjerke, MD
Spine surgeon, Health educator
Dr. Bjerke is a fellowship-trained and Board-Certified spine surgeon, with his practice dedicated to the management of spinal conditions. He specializes in minimally invasive (MIS) and appropriate spinal surgery.
Dr. Bjerke's training includes:
- MD, Columbia College of Physicians & Surgeons
- Orthopedic Surgery Residency, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY.
- Combined Neurosurgical and Orthopedic Surgery Spine Fellowship, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Bjerke is active in creating educational materials for patients and fellow physicians to educate and train others about spine surgery. He has authored dozens of peer-reviewed original articles, patient-directed educational articles, and created educational videos to reach anyone seeking information on spinal care.
Dr. Bjerke considers every patient's goals and limitations when choosing a plan of care, whether or not that includes an operation. Above all, Dr. Bjerke treats his patients with the compassion and attention that he would offer his own family.