Spine Surgeon · Professor · Surgical Innovator

Spine Surgeon · Professor · Innovator

Alpesh A. Patel
MD, MBA

Alpesh A. Patel, MD
Alpesh A. Patel, MD

Advanced spine care.
A personal approach.

Advanced spine care.

A personal approach.

Expertise in spine surgery, with a focus on helping you understand your condition and your treatment options. Explore Dr. Patel’s practice and connect with his care team.

Alpesh A. Patel, MD

EXPERIENCE WITH PURPOSE

Specialized expertise. Thoughtful care.

Board-certified in Orthopaedic Surgery · Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery · Professor of Neurosurgery

Dr. Patel is sought after for his international expertise in complex spinal conditions. He is known for his innovations in cervical spine surgery, minimally invasive surgery, and motion preservation techniques. He has over 300 publications and has presented at over 200 international medical conferences, visiting professorships, and travelling fellowship venues. His research uses modern technology and data-driven tools to personalize spine care, improve surgical safety, and help patients recover faster with predictable, lasting results.

Dr. Patel is sought after for his international expertise in complex spinal conditions. His research uses modern technology and data-driven tools to personalize spine care, improve surgical safety, and help patients recover faster with predictable, lasting results.

  • University: Cornell University College of Engineering, Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

  • Medical Degree: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

  • Residency: Washington University in Saint Louis, Barnes Jewish Hospital

  • Fellowship: Combined Orthopedic Surgery & Neurosurgery Spine, Thomas Jefferson University and The Rothman Institute

  • Masters In Business Administration: The Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University

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PATIENT PERSPECTIVES

Care that earns confidence.

5.0 / 5 · 1,765 published patient ratings

“He is the best of the best. He creates a very safe space which is critical!”

“He is the best of the best. He creates a very safe space which is critical!”

“Dr. Patel is an excellent surgeon! He is such a compassionate doctor who takes his time explaining and listening to his patients…I was in agonizing pain prior to my surgery and now I'm pain fee. Thank you Dr Patel!”

“Dr. Patel is an excellent surgeon! He is such a compassionate doctor who takes his time explaining and listening to his patients…I was in agonizing pain prior to my surgery and now I'm pain fee. Thank you Dr Patel!”

“I trust Dr. Patel very much, and I am an RN who doest trust easily. I would highly recommend this doctor to anybody needing spine care”

“I trust Dr. Patel very much, and I am an RN who doest trust easily. I would highly recommend this doctor to anybody needing spine care”

Patient reviews from my official physician profile. Rating and count retrieved October 21, 2026; these may change. Individual experiences vary.

Patient reviews from my official physician profile. Rating and count retrieved October 21, 2026; these may change. Individual experiences vary.

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Read patient reviews on my physician profile

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SECOND OPINIONS AND SURGICAL CONSULTATIONS

Your next step toward clarity.

Empowering your spine health through advanced technology, personalized care, and proven surgical excellence.

For appointments, current office locations, accepted insurance, and scheduling availability, visit Dr. Patel’s official physician profile. Existing patients can also connect through MyNM.

For appointments and second opinion consultations, current office locations, accepted insurance, and scheduling availability, visit Dr. Patel’s official physician profile. Existing patients can also connect through MyNM.

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