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Back Pain: Do You Need to See a Doctor?

Take this assessment to get an idea of whether your back pain symptoms warrant a visit to the doctor.

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Virtual visits allow contact with your provider through an online video session or phone call to discuss any changes, concerns or questions you have regarding your spinal condition, care and treatment.

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Now Scheduling Appointments in New Ulm!

Twin Cities Spine Center has a new clinic location: New Ulm! Now scheduling appointments with Benjamin Mueller, MD, PhD, and Adam Robinson, PA-C.

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Get a Second Opinion

Want a second opinion on your diagnosis and to see if you need a surgery?

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Bayard C. Carlson, MD

The staff and surgeons at Twin Cities Spine Center warmly welcome Dr. Bayard C. Carlson. "My goal is to develop a collaborative relationship with my patients. Whether the treatment requires nonsurgical or surgical care, I look forward to working with each patient to develop a treatment strategy specific to their needs." —Dr. Carlson

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Welcome 50th Class of Spine Fellows!

Twin Cities Spine Center is proud to introduce the 50th class of spine fellows!

Fellowship 50Th Announcement

NASS 20 UNDER 40

Eiman Shafa, MD, FAAOS, was named by North American Spine Society (NASS) to its 20 UNDER 40 list of award recipients for 2021.

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Will You Need Spine Surgery?

While we have some of the nation's foremost experts in spine surgery on our team, we help most of our patients return to active lives without surgery.

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Patient Testimonials

See what our patients have to say about their experiences at Twin Cities Spine Center.

Thank you...for your time and help. Your staff was very informative, professional and kind. Thank you again for all you do.

—Allen D., October 2021

Within 15 minutes of arriving, I was greeted, checked in, x-rayed and in my exam room with the x-rays on the screen ready for my PA. Everyone who I met with was friendly and efficient. This team really has it dialed in. I would enthusiastically recommend this team to anyone.

—Cassidy E., October 2021

The whole staff group was wonderful. Pleasant, considerate and prompt.

—Richard P., October 2021

Your healthcare system is absolutely top notch. Every department does their job professionally and in a way that makes me feel like I am the most important person there.

—Jerri M., October 2021

Great experience from the minute I got there. Friendly, efficient and quick at check-in.

—Marc B., October 2021

From the moment we walked into the Twin Cities Spine Center, we sensed that it would be a positive experience. The office assistants were friendly and helpful. We got into our appointment ahead of schedule. Once in the exam room, staff immediately began collecting information and assembling our daughter's medical history. Throughout the experience, staff remained friendly and helpful but very professional and knowledgeable.

—Terry A., October 2021

I went in for [a second opinion], and I was very satisfied with how they spent the time to let me know what was going on and show me on my MRI. Totally would recommend.

—Robert P., October 2021

Latest Blog Posts

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Protect Your Back While Shoveling Snow

Here are some tips to avoid neck and back injury while shoveling snow this winter.

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Reducing Inflammation for a Healthy Spine

Inflammation gets a pretty bad rap because typically when we think of inflammation we associate it with pain. But did you know that inflammation is actually a critical process in our body’s immune system?

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What is Degenerative Disc Disease?

Degenerative disc disease can be painful, but it is treatable. That's where Twin Cities Spine Center comes in.

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How to Prevent Low Back Pain

There are a variety of steps you can take to prevent low-back pain. Here are a few.

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