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Spine & Neck Care

Improving lives of patients with exceptional care

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State-of-the-art center for minimally invasive, conservative, non-operative and operative spine & neck care. Providing comprehensive options, innovative treatment, and an established reputation for excellence.

Common Conditions & Procedures

Cervical Disc Replacement
Cervical Spine
Degenerative Spine Conditions
Disc Arthroplasty
Discectomy
Disc Herniation
Facetectomy
Kyphosis
Laminectomy/Laminotomy
Lumbar Spine
Nerve Root Injuries
Radiofrequency Ablation
Scoliosis
Spinal Cord Compression & Injury
Spinal Fractures
Spinal Injections
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Arthritis
Spine Bone Spur
Spondylolysis/Spondylolisthesis
Thoracic Spine

To learn more about common conditions & procedures for Spine and Neck Care, click here.

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Twin Cities Orthopedics (TCO) Spine Center is a full-service spine practice that integrates surgical and non-surgical spine specialists, spine therapy, X-ray services, MRI, and a surgery center.

Because there is no such thing as one-size-fits-all spine care, the providers at the TCO Spine Center focus directly on individual patient needs, creating comprehensive treatment plans to help patients return to their best function as quickly and safely as possible.

I came to Dr. Lervick with pain in my left shoulder. Having had pain there before due to a C5/C6 ruptured disc in 2004, we were not sure about the source of pain. He…

– James B., patient

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During early September 2018 I awoke one day with severe neck pain. I went to the TCO Orthopedic Urgent Care and was treated. Within two days I was back at the TCO Orthopedic Urgent…

– Amanda F., patient

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I am most fortunate that I chose Dr. Michael Smith for a second opinion regarding disc fusion surgery. Not only was I further convinced of the need for the surgery, but, persuaded by the…

– Steven H., patient

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Dr. Deal did surgery on my back twice for herniated discs and he is the best. I was in so much pain for a pinched nerve that my leg wouldn’t even work right and…

– Jason B., patient

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I'm 19 and I had chronic pain from my scoliosis for two years in my legs and lower back. 8 weeks ago I finally got my spinal fusion surgery done by Dr. Bartie and…

– Eloise J., patient

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I met with Dr. Deal on June 20th for a lower back pain assessment. Followed it up a week later after he was able to review an MRI which indicated spinal stenosis in the…

– Larry B., patient

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After 8 years of treating Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, my lymphoma seemed under control. Just after Christmas of 2016, my lower back began to ache. I went in for my routine Lymphoma check-up in early January 2017.…

– Charles H., patient

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Dr. Davis is an excellent Spinal Surgeon. I have no pain in legs or buttocks which had been persisting for over one year. He is kind, professional, very talented and has a super caring…

– Jeanne K., patient

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In May of 2018, I experienced some lower back pain that quickly developed into a lot of pain from my left hip to my tingling toes. After trying several different treatments from cortisone shots (2),…

– Dale M., patient

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I went to Twin Cities Orthopedics for a second opinion and found Dr. Crowe. He had fixed a compound fracture of my ankle in 2000, and did a wonderful job. I was so happy…

– Joyce J., patient

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4-5 years ago I was in severe pain even after trying multiple treatments. Consulting another Ortho group, I was offered a tri-level fusion, L3, 4, 5, and S1. Although the pain was incessant to the…

– Judi A., patient

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In September of 2017, I had come to the end of my proverbial rope. After a fall in 1978 of approximately 30 feet, I had some 14 major back and neck surgeries and was now…

– Charles C., patient

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I experienced a herniated disc at L4-L5 that caused extreme pain in my lower back and down my right leg. The MRI revealed a significant disc protrusion irritating the nerves going down my leg. – Tom U., patient
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I would like to thank Dr. Bartie and his staff for the excellent care and treatment. I had C5/6 Microdiscetomy surgery in September and I am absolutely pain free today! I cannot say enough…

– Dave P., patient

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Dr. Deal and his assistant are rock stars. After suffering through weeks of excruciating nerve pain radiating down my neck, shoulder blades, shoulder, biceps, forearm and extending into wrist, index finger and thumb on…

– James R., patient

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Dr. Deal is my hero. I suffered from a herniated L4/L5 disc which resulted in extreme lower back and left sciatic pain for nearly a year before working my way through the proper insurance…

– Rick D., patient

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I had a 2 level disc replacement in my cervical spine in July 2018 to replace the worn and collapsed discs that were causing me a substantial amount of pain. I noticed results immediately after…

– Kristine S., patient

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Dr. David Holte is an excellent surgeon and the most caring doctor I have ever dealt with. He performed my back surgery in December 2017 and made sure I was taken care of. I…

– Darrel L., patient

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After almost four years of trying to treat my back pain through noninvasive methods, I felt it was time to explore surgical options. Dr. Holte listened respectfully to my concerns about how the pain…

– Melanie R., patient

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I was experiencing numbing from waist down! With the diagnosis from Dr. David Holte, surgery was scheduled! He is a very excellent surgeon, along with his staff, Nurse Wendy and Care Coordinator Kim! I…

– David H., patient

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I had cervical disc C6 & 7 disc replacement surgery January 29th 2019 . Prior to meeting Dr. Deal and his team, I had previously spent 7 painful months participating in non-surgical treatments in…

– Bonnie G., patient

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Approximately five years ago I injured my neck, bulging a disc between C-5/6. It was a type of excruciating pain that would not be relieved. At the time, I chose to forgo surgery and did…

– Matt S., patient

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I had been suffering with severe pain and numbness in my shoulder and right arm from a pinched nerve in my neck. It was so bad I couldn't even push or pull a door open.…

– William C., patient

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I am 6 years post surgery on my L5 S1. I feel great! Dr. Bartie gave me the ability to walk freely again with no lapses. I was at the point where my back…

– Demetris H., patient

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I had surgery with Dr. Crowe a couple years ago. I meant to leave my story then but forgot. Dr. Crowe fused my L3L4L5 and I was very happy with him and the work…

– Laird W., patient

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I went into Twin Cities Orthopedics feeling nervous and frightened because my symptoms were severe. Dr. DuBois immediately made me feel at ease. He explained my options. He reassured me saying he wouldn't recommend…

– Kathy L., patient

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View the Latest About Spine & Neck Care

TCO does not endorse laser spine surgery

Although Twin Cities Orthopedics does utilize minimally invasive techniques as a safe practice for spine patients, it does not endorse laser spine surgery. TCO agrees with the coverage and treatment recommendations of the North American…

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Meet Our Trusted Spine & Neck Specialists

Orthopedic Spine Surgeons & Neurosurgeons

TCO’s board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeons and board certified neurosurgeons.

Garry M. Banks, MD

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763-427-7300

Bruce J. Bartie, DO

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651-439-8807

Paul J. Crowe, MD

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763-520-7870

Rick A. Davis MD

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952-442-2163

Eric M. Deal, MD

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952-808-3000

Jeffrey C. Dick, MD

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952-456-7053

Christian M. DuBois, MD

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651-439-8807

Kurt J. Duncan, MD

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651-439-8807

Frederick B. Harris, MD

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952-808-3000

David C. Holte, MD

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952-456-7000

John E. Sherman, MD

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952-456-7000

Michael D. Smith, MD

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952-925-2425

Non-Surgical Spine Physicians

Physiatrists (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians) and other non-surgical spine physicians diagnose and treat spine, musculoskeletal and peripheral nerve disorders and injuries.

Paul C. Biewen, MD

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952-456-7000

Thomas J. Cesarz, MD

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651-439-8807

Maura Scanlon Hartigan, MD

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763-520-7870

Eric E. Kirksson, MD

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651-439-8807

Spine Physician Extenders

Our highly experienced physician extenders assist TCO surgeons in the diagnosis, treatment and recovery of simple and complex spine and neck conditions.

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Jason Ash, PA-C

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Chad Hemminger, PA-C

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Todd Holter, PA-C

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Jason Johnson, PA-C

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Andrea M. Riess, CNP

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Nancy Schmidt, CNP

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Elizabeth Sullivan, CNP

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Chad Swearingen, PA-C

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Spine Therapists

Therapists offer patients comprehensive therapy assessments and plans. They work closely with your spine physician and care team to provide seamless, comforting care that helps contribute to achieving high-quality outcomes. View our Therapists »