About the Practice
My Team
Eric M. Deal, MD, FAAOS
Eric M. Deal, MD, FAAOS is a board certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon who specializes in the conservative and surgical management of all spinal conditions. Dr. Deal utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to treating neck, mid-back and low-back problems. Conservative care may include medications, physical therapy, activity modification, injections, and imaging studies to aid in identifying the source of the patient’s pain. In the case that surgery is indicated, the source of the pain is targeted with a goal of returning to pain-free activity after surgical recovery as soon as possible.
Dr. Deal is trained in the newest minimally invasive microscopic nerve decompression, fusion and disc replacement procedures available. This type of surgery minimizes surgical scars, muscle damage, blood loss, postoperative pain, and recovery time. In some cases, patients can return home the same day of surgery, compared to the standard 1 – 3 day hospital stay required with other more invasive types of spine surgery.
Dr. Deal has also been named a UnitedHealth Premium Physician.
In his free time, Dr. Deal enjoys spending time with his wife and children.
Clinical Interest
Spine & Neck Care, including cervical, low back/lumbar, and spine surgery
Hip Care, including hip replacement
Education
Certification
Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Fellowship
Fellowship in Spine Surgery at Spine Institute of Arizona
Residency
University of Wisconsin – Madison
Medical Degree
University of North Dakota School of Medicine
Hospital & Surgery Center Affiliations
Eagan Orthopedic Surgery Center
Fairview Ridges Hospital
Fairview Southdale Hospital
Minnesota Valley Surgery Center
Professional Affiliations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
North American Spine Society
Achievements & Awards
UnitedHealth Premium Physician
Appointments
Staff
Nathan Marcus, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Board Certified
About
Nathan Marcus, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant working in conjunction with Dr. Eric Deal to coordinate excellent orthopedic patient care. His responsibilities include assisting in surgery, hospital rounds, discharge planning, patient education, conducting history and physical exams, ordering and interpreting tests and writing prescriptions.
Education
Certification
Board Certified, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Medical Education
Master of Physicians Assistant Studies, Carroll University
Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
Professional Affiliations
American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
Minnesota Academy of Physician Assistants (MAPA)
Emily H.
Care Coordinator
