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Benjamin Bjerke, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Benjamin Bjerke is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in treating cervical disorders, degenerative spinal conditions, trauma, tumors, infections, and complex and revision spine surgery. He uses modern surgical technology, such as minimally invasive techniques, stereotactic computer-aided navigation, and motion-preserving procedures.
Dr. Bjerke has written articles published in medical journals, such as the Global Spine Journal, The Spine Journal, and the Journal of Spinal Disorders and Techniques, and he is a reviewer at the Bone and Joint Journal. He has coordinated several research projects on orthopedic surgery and has delivered numerous presentations at medical conferences and meetings.
In addition to his research, Dr. Bjerke has volunteered as a spine surgeon to treat spinal diseases in Ghana in Africa. He has also served as a team physician for the US Freestyle Ski Team and at the XGames in Aspen, CO.
Select Professional Memberships and Achievements
- Member, North American Spine Society
- Member, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Board Certification
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Education
- BS – Chemistry, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- MS – Organic Chemistry, University of California, Los Angeles
- MD – Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
- Residency – Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, Cornell University
- Fellowship – Neurosurgery and Orthopedic Spine Surgery, Mayo Clinic
Clinic Information
Clark Orthopedic Spine & Sports Medicine
1220 Spring Street
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Articles Written by this Author
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- Diagnosing Cervical Stenosis with Myelopathy
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- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Causes and Diagnosis
- Lumbar Microdiscectomy Recovery: Discharge to 14 Days
- Lumbar Microdiscectomy Recovery: Weeks 2 to 6
- Lumbar Microdiscectomy Recovery: Weeks 6 to 12
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Surgery Options
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Symptoms
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Treatment
- Pain Management After Microdiscectomy Surgery
- Pain Management and Activity Restrictions after Cervical Spine Surgery
- Postoperative Care for Lumbar Microdiscectomy Surgery
- Potential Risks and Adverse Events Associated with Cervical Spine Surgery
- Return to Exercise After Microdiscectomy Surgery
- Sacroiliac Joint Anatomy
- Sacroiliac Joint Ligaments and Muscles
- Spinal Stenosis Symptoms and Diagnosis
- Spinal Stenosis Treatment
- Stretching Exercise after Microdiscectomy Surgery
- Symptoms of Cervical Stenosis with Myelopathy
- Types of Spinal Stenosis
- Treatment for Cervical Stenosis with Myelopathy
- What Is Spinal Stenosis?
- XLIF: Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Blogs Written by this Author
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