Richard Wawrose MD

Richard A. Wawrose, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgery. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Texas and received his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at UPMC, followed by a spine surgery fellowship at Emory University Spine Center.

Dr. Wawrose specializes in using both minimally invasive and traditional spine surgery techniques to treat spine problems. Each surgical procedure is tailored specifically to address the patient’s pathology and clinical complaints, while trying to minimize morbidity and downtime. Dr. Wawrose performs spine surgery using minimally invasive (MIS) techniques when possible and uses the latest surgical technologies, including motion preservation, disk replacement, and microsurgery, which can reduce the need for spinal fusion.

His commitment to advancing the field of spine surgery is evident in his extensive research and publication history. His research interests span spine biomechanics and disc biology, and he has received numerous grants and research awards. He has published dozens of peer-reviewed articles and presentations and has been active in the Cervical Spine Research Society and American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.