Dr. Robert S. Biscup, DO, MS
Spine Specialist
343.4 mi · 190 Hospital Drive, 209 Hospital Dr, #101, Highlands, NC 28741
At a glance
5.00 stars (19 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Ohio University
Works at Biscup Spine
3 office locations
Affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital
and Jupiter Medical Center
5.00
19 reviews
Bedside manner
4.9
Wait time
4.8
Recent reviews
Dr Biscup performed minimum invasive spine surgery 8 years ago and I've been 100% pain free for last 8 yrs.
I have reccomened him to many friends and all have had great results.
I now go to him with different back issue & look forward to great results as well
December 29, 2014Initials hidden
We are just setting up an appointment for surgery. Dr. Biscup was very easy to talk and listen to for what to expect. The office staff were also very nice and we felt very comfortable there.
November 3, 2014Mildred N.Verified patient
Office locations
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Biscup Spine
343.4 mi · 190 Hospital Drive, 209 Hospital Dr, #101, Highlands, NC, 28741
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Biscup Spine
928.6 mi · 3535 Military Trail, Ste 200, Jupiter, FL, 33458
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Biscup Spine
962.6 mi · 1400 Gulf Shore Blvd N, Ste 166, Naples, FL, 34102
Robert S. Biscup does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time
Popular visit reasons
Back Pain
Back Problems
Degenerative Disease
Orthopedic Consultation
Spinal Cord Reconstructive Surgery
Spine Deformation / Scoliosis
Spine Specialist Follow Up
Sports Injury
Back Pain
Back Problems
Degenerative Disease
Orthopedic Consultation
More about Dr. Robert S. Biscup, DO, MS
Dr. Robert Biscup, M.S., D.O., F.A.O.A.O., is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon, practicing for more than 25 years. His developments in major reconstructive, previously failed, and minimally invasive spine surgeries, including laser microsurgery, have earned him international recognition as a pioneer in the field of spine care and spinal surgery. Dr. Biscup has traveled extensively throughout the United States and Europe, lecturing and demonstrating the surgical techniques, instrumentation and implants he helped to develop. His special interest is in the treatment of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis and patients who have had spinal surgery that has failed. In addition, he is currently performing Regenerative Stem Cell procedures for patients that have painful Degenerative Disc Disease, Facet Arthritis, Failed Back Surgery and Nerve Injury. His value of patient care and his precise surgical and procedural technique is apparent with his 90% personal success rate for the conditions that he treats.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Ohio University
Case Western Reserve University, Master’s in Medicine
Meridia South Pointe Hospital, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
St. Vincent Charity Medical Center (Adult Reconstructive Spinal Surgery)
Fellowship in Spine Surgery under Dr. Arthur Steffee
Practice
Biscup Spine
Affiliation
Holy Cross Hospital
Jupiter Medical Center
Certifications
American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery
Professional memberships
American Osteopathic Association
North American Spine Society
Florida Medical Association
Awards and publications
AWARDS:
Patient Advocacy Award, American Academy of Pain Management - March, 2002
Outstanding Educator Award, Orthopaedic Residency Training Program, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH - June, 2002
Medal of Merit Award, Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine - October, 2005
Medal of Merit Award, Ohio University Alumni Association - October, 2007
PUBLICATIONS:
A.D. Steffee, M.D., R. S. Biscup, D.O., and D. J. Sitkowski, P.A. C., "Segmental Spine Plates with Pedicle Screw Fixation." Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research 203: 45, 1986
N. Ani, M.D., L. Keppler, M.D., R.S. Biscup, D.O., and A.D. Steffee, M.D., "Reduction of High-Grade Slips (Grades III-V) with VSP Instrumentation. Report of a Series of 41 Cases." Spine:16 (6), S302, 1991
J.W. Brantigan, M.D., A.D. Steffee, M.D., L. Keppler, M.D., R.S. Biscup, D.O., and P. Enker, M.D., "Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion Technique Using the Variable Screw Placement Spinal Fixation System." Spine - State of the Art Reviews: 6 (1), 175, 1992
P. Enker, M.D., A.D. Steffee, M.D., C. McMillin, Ph.D., L. Keppler, M.D., R. Biscup, D.O., S. Miller, D.O. "Artificial Disc Replacement: Preliminary Report with a 3 year minimum follow-up” Spine: 18 (8), 1061, 1993
S.M. Lehmer, M.D., A.D. Steffee, M.D., L. Keppler, M.D., R.S. Biscup, D.O., P. Enker, M.D., S.D. Miller, D.O., R.W. Gaines, Jr., M.D., "Treatment of L5-S1 Spondyloptosis by Staged L5 Resection with Reduction and Fusion of L4 onto S1 (Gaines Procedure)." Spine: 19 (17), 1916, 1994
S.M. Lehmer, M.D., L. Keppler, M.D., R.S. Biscup, D.O., P. Enker, M.D., S.D. Miller, D.O., A.D. Steffee, M.D., "Posterior Transvertebral Osteotomy for Adult Thoracolumbar Kyphosis." Spine:19 (18), 2060, 1994
D.R. Sybert, D.O., A.D. Steffee, M.D., L. Keppler, M.D., R.S. Biscup, D.O., P. Enker, M.D., “Seven-Year Follow-up of Vertebral Excision and Reconstruction for Malignant Hemangioendothelioma of Bone: Spine: 20 (7), 841, 1995
A.D. Steffee, M.D. & R.S. Biscup, D.O., “Metastatic Tumor Resection and Vertebrectomy: A Posterior Lateral Approach in the Thoracic and Lumbar Spine” Spine-State of the Art Review: 10 (1), 113, 1996
L. Keppler, M.D., A.D. Steffee, M.D., & R.S. Biscup, D.O., “Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion with Variable Screw Placement and Isola Instrumentation”. In Bridwell K, DeWald R (eds). The Textbook of Spinal Surgery, Philadeplphia, Lippincott-Raven, 1997
Podichetty V, Biscup RS. e-health: A New Approach in Healthcare practices. The Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice. July 2003; Vol 1. (2)
Issacs RE, Podichetty V, Biscup RS. Microendoscopic discectomy for recurrent disc herniations. Neurosurgery Focus. Sept 2003;15 (3):11
Podichetty V, Mazanec DJ, Biscup RS. Chronic Non-Malignant Musculoskeletal Pain in Older Adult: Clinical Issues and Opioid Intervention. Postgrad Med J. Nov’ 2003; 79: 627-633
Isaacs R, Podichetty VK, Santiago P, Sandhu FA, Spears J, Biscup RS. Minimally Invasive microendoscopy-assisted transforaminal lumbar Interbody fusion with instrumentation. J neurosurgery: Spine. August 2005;3:98-105
Podichetty VK, Booher J, Whitfield M, Biscup RS. Assessment of Internet use and effects among healthcare professionals: a cross sectional survey. Postgrad Med J. April 2006;82:274-279
Podichetty VK, Spears J, Isaacs R , Booher J, Biscup RS. Complications Associated with Minimally Invasive Decompression for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis. Jour of Spinal Disor & Tech. May 2006;19(3):161-166
Spears J, Podichetty V, Isaacs RE, Biscup RS. Pedicle subtraction osteotomy with the use of an interbody device for the correction of sagittal imbalance. The Spine Journal, Vol 4, Issue 5, Suppl 10 Sep’ 2004, pp S79
Podichetty VK, Secic M, Whitfield M, Booher J, Biscup RS. Prescription Medication Use and Health Outcomes in Patients with Back Pain. Journal of Healthcare Quality. 2007 (In press)
Background
Languages spoken
English
French
Spanish
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1710940168
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.79
Bedside manner
4.86
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19 reviews
Most relevant
Thank God and you Dr. Biscup. when you removed the herniated disc, I went from 80 years old to 40 overnight. I am a new man.
More than 1 year agoJM
Very knowledgeable and caring. I have high hopes that he will help my son with his back pain.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr Biscup is a professional and well knowledge dr and he answered all my concern
Thanks
April 26, 2016Lucy M.Verified patient
Outstanding doctor very professional staff
April 14, 2015Initials hidden
We are just setting up an appointment for surgery. Dr. Biscup was very easy to talk and listen to for what to expect. The office staff were also very nice and we felt very comfortable there.
November 3, 2014Mildred N.Verified patient
Friendly, efficient, and the staff was great!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr Biscup performed minimum invasive spine surgery 8 years ago and I've been 100% pain free for last 8 yrs.
I have reccomened him to many friends and all have had great results.
I now go to him with different back issue & look forward to great results as well
December 29, 2014Initials hidden
As usual ...OUTSTANDING!
October 3, 2014Arlette Y.Verified patient
Only regret is he does not take insurance
More than 1 year agoCraig C.Verified patient
Very caring, professional and hope inspiring.
October 15, 2013Marcia B.Verified patient
He has the knowledge and decades of experience to deal with my back pain, I believe. This was a consultation--first appointment.
More than 1 year agoMargaret C.Verified patient
I was so thoroughly impressed with his presentation and scope of spinal knowledge, that I arranged an appointment with him to discuss my back pain & MRI.
More than 1 year agoSR
I credit Dr. Biscup for givine me back my quality of and highly recommend Dr. Biscup for any surgical procedure you may be faced with.
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Which hospital is Dr. Robert S. Biscup affiliated with?
Dr. Robert S. Biscup is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital and Jupiter Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Robert S. Biscup work with?
Dr. Robert S. Biscup works with Biscup Spine.
Where is Dr. Robert S. Biscup's office located?
Dr. Robert S. Biscup has 3 office locations, including in Highlands, Jupiter, and Naples, view full addresses on Dr. Biscup's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert S. Biscup have?
Dr. Robert S. Biscup is certified by American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Robert S. Biscup?
Dr. Robert S. Biscup frequently sees patients for Back Pain, Back Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, Spine Deformation / Scoliosis , and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Robert S. Biscup on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Robert S. Biscup speak?
Dr. Robert S. Biscup speaks English, French, and Spanish.
How do patients rate Dr. Robert S. Biscup in reviews?
19 patients have reviewed Dr. Robert S. Biscup. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 4.86/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.79/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.