
Spine Surgery
14825 N. Outer Forty Road, Ste 200
Chesterfield, MO 63017
(314) 336-2555
(866) 276-7023
Benjamin P. Crane, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon Spine
A Leader in Spine Care
- Board Certified, fellowship trained orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in the treatment of all areas of the spine
- Surgery practice focused on the treatment of spine conditions and general Orthopedics
- Treating primarily but not limited to, Cervical Mylopathy and Radiculopathy, Lumbar Radiculopathy and Stenosis, Trauma, Compression Fractures/Osteoporotic Compression Fractures, Osteomyelitis and Discitis, and Epidural Abscess
- Expert in treatments such as: Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Total Disc Arthroplasty, Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Instrumented Fusion, Posterior Cervical Decompression and Fusion, Cervical Laminoplasty, Computer-Navigated Instrumentation, Lumbar Decompression and Fusion, Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion, Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion, Discectomy, Laminotomy and Foraminotomy
- Extensive experience working directly with attorneys as an advisor in spine related cases
- Well versed in the processes of treating and managing worker’s compensation patients
- Adept in completion of Independent Medical Evaluations and personal Impairment Ratings
Education
- Spine Fellowship – Leatherman Spine Institute, Louisville, KY
- Orthopedic Residency – Rush University Medical Center, Chicago IL
- Medical School – Rush University Medical College, Chicago, IL
- College – Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA
Certifications
- American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons Certified THRU 2030
- Medtronic Mazor X Certified 2019
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 07/2002 – Present
- North American Spine Society 07/2005 – Present
- Missouri State Medical Association 07/2005 – Present
Hospital Community Involvement
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Spine Care Review Committee, Mercy South
Chairperson01/2013-Present
- Responsible for the review of cases presented to the committee from the institution
- Responsible for maintaining a high level of care and patient satisfaction within the institution
- Aid in keeping the spine line financially sound
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Medical Staff Quality Improvement, Mercy South
Member01/2016- Present
- Responsible for the review of cases presented to the committee from the institution
- Provide pathways for medical staff improvement
- Provide pathways for individual physician improvement
- Responsible for maintaining a high level of care and patient satisfaction within the institution