Dr. Carl Spivak, MD, Newton, NJ | Neurosurgeon

About Dr. Carl Spivak

Dr. Carl Spivak is a board-certified neurosurgeon. His clinical interests are interventional and minimally invasive spinal surgery. He is well known for his conservative minimally invasive approach and innovative cutting-edge endoscopic spinal techniques. Dr. Spivak received his medical degree from the University of Winnipeg in Canada. He continued his training at the University of Saskatchewan, where he completed his residency in Neurological Surgery. He then finished a Complex Spine and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Fellowship at Stanford University Medical Center and Minimal Invasive Spine Surgery and Interventional and Surgical Pain Management at Semmes-Murphey Neurologic and Spine Institute in Memphis, TN. Dr. Spivak is a member of numerous prestigious medical organizations including the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, North American Spine Society and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He speaks and trains at many courses and conferences across the world as well. His interest in clinical research has led to publications in the Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences and the Journal of Neurosurgery, as well as numerous presentations at national scientific meetings including the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and the Canadian Congress of Neurological Sciences. He has trained medical students and residents and held faculty positions at Stanford Medical School, Albany Medical School and Columbia Medical School. He is a consultant for JOIMAX (JOIned Minimal ACCess Technologies) and enjoys educating and training surgeons in endoscopic treatment of spinal disorders. Dr. Carl Spivak is 1 of 8 surgeons in the USA recognized as a Joimax® reference center.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Neck pain and spine problems

Lower back pain

Injection for back pain

Neck pain and spine problems

Lower back pain

Injection for back pain

Office locations

Executive Spine Surgery (1 of 2)

521 County Route 515, Suite 3, Vernon, NJ 07462

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Executive Spine Surgery (2 of 2)

157 High Street, Newton, NJ 07860

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Education and background

Practice names

Executive Spine Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - The University of Winnipeg, Doctor of Medicine
University of Saskatchewan, Residency in Neurosurgery
Semmes Murphy Clinic (Fellowship)
Stanford University Medical Center: Cindy Kin MD (Fellowship)

Professional memberships

American Association of Neurological Surgeons
North American Spine Society

Awards and publications

1 of 8 surgeons in the USA recognized as a Joimax® reference center

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1316042989

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What practice does Dr. Carl Spivak work with?

Dr. Carl Spivak works with Executive Spine Surgery.

Where is Dr. Carl Spivak's office located?

Dr. Carl Spivak has 2 office locations, including in Newton and Vernon, view full addresses on Dr. Spivak's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Carl Spivak?

Dr. Carl Spivak frequently sees patients for Back Pain, Back Problems, Neurology Consultation, Neurosurgery Consultation, and Spine Deformation / Scoliosis . You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Carl Spivak on their profile.