Minimally Invasive Outpatient Spine Surgeon. Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush Univ Dr. Singh has been an award-winning researcher.
Dr. Singh is Board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and his clinical interests include the treatment of complex degenerative disorders of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. Dr. Singh also specializes in spine tumors and adult spinal deformities. Of particular research interest to Dr. Singh is minimally invasive, motion sparing spinal technology. Dr. Singh has a rapidly growing reputation in the area of "Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery." He frequently teaches techniques to neurosurgeons and spinal surgeons from around the country as well as Asia and Europe. He has published his findings in major medical journals and presented at national and regional medical conferences in addition to authoring several textbooks on spinal surgery. He frequently trains surgeons who observe his newly advanced surgical techniques in the operating room. He is also the principal investigator in several FDA clinical trials involving cervical disc replacements and motion preserving spinal technology.
08/27/2025
On the latest episode of Spinal Strength, I sit down with my co-host Sroka to tackle one of the biggest debates in the grocery aisle: Does buying organic actually make a difference for your health—or your wallet?
We cut through the marketing, dive into the science, and share some surprising facts (and myths!) about what’s behind that little green label.
🔊 Tune in if you’ve ever wondered:
Is organic food truly more nutritious?
Does it reduce exposure to harmful chemicals?
Or is it mostly a branding game?
As always, we keep it evidence-based, practical, and a little fun—because making healthy choices shouldn’t be confusing.
Two visiting from surgeons from Florida. Both came to see the work flow, the team and the endoscopic cases. We were able to get 10 biportal cases done seamlessly. All patient were discharged by 1pm. Cases ranged from large synovial cysts, severe bilateral stenosis, and extraforaminal decompressions done for degenerative scoliosis pathology all done with a Biportal Endoscopic approach. If you’re interested in learning cost effective endoscopy with NO added costs to your procedure contact me. European Society of Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy (ESUBE)
08/06/2025
The newest episode in our Spinal Strength health series has just dropped! For the fans out there, records the podcast from his mother’s office! He’s finally moved out of the basement! In this two part series, we discuss the science behind protein consumption in episode 1, and in episode 2 we talk about the different types of and how to build a sensible diet while avoiding the fads! Please listen, rate and follow. More importantly let us know what health topics you would like to know more about from a friendly, funny and easy to understand perspective! Bodybuilding.com The Vitamin Shoppe GNC Live Well https://open.spotify.com/episode/5xw0K1PbcbF53hMST3JTq0?si=7OE2WshFTTKJSNtEzmfOaQ
08/04/2025
Even though I have started my career as a social media spinal healthcare influencer, I still remain focused and involved in cutting edge spinal surgery and research. Please take a few moments to read the newest edition of the Vertebral Columns Journal. I am fortunate to serve as the Editor-in-Chief for the official publication of the ISASS : The International Society for Advancement of Spine Surgery. In this edition, I talk about AI and its creeping influence in Spine. Will it eventually replace us as spine surgeons? If you have some free time also check out my Spinal Strength Podcast on Spotify. y
08/01/2025
Thanks to the followers! We are now over 100+ followers on Spotify all with amazingly positive feedback. So far my co-host Alexander Sroka and I have covered two essential topics: Creatine and Caffeine. Next Wed's episode (weekly drops) is a two-part series on protein. In the first episode, we will cover the science behind protein and how it works in your body. The second episode will then cover how to incorporate Protein into your diet (Vegan, Corn versus Grass Fed, Organic, and different types of meat). Please join us on this light-hearted journey with a science backed practical approach to your Spinal Health .comJoe RoganThe Vitamin ShoppeGNÇ
07/30/2025
Please listen to our newest Spotify Podcast! Alexander Sroka and I cover Caffeine and Pre-Workout Supplements! We are seeing infinite growth in our podcast Joe Rogan experience better watch out as we are coming for the king! If you enjoy the episode please rate it and subscribe. Stay tuned for our weekly Wednesday drops. Next topic we will be covering is Protein and Protein Diets/Supplementation. This extensive topic will be a 2 part special. https://open.spotify.com/episode/6XFCZ4PaP1Hoi5tLgdvtLc?si=ikzROX_KRympqw6Hu3uoyA
07/29/2025
Are you ready for the next episode of Spinal Strength? In our first episode we covered Creatine (the myths, the benefits, and how to potentially incorporate it into your active lifestyle). In our next episode Caffeine: Boom or Bust (dropping Wednesday on Spotify) we cover the most studied performance enhancing substance. Make sure you tune in and subscribe!
07/18/2025
Yesterday I hosted another gifted surgeon from LA. Dr. Sanjay Khurana was able to see the entire Rush Oakbrook Team in action! 9 cases done by 1pm including 7 biportal surgeries all done efficiently without extra cost! If you are interested in taking the next S.T.E.P. Forward in incorporating endoscopy into your practice contact me! We are now taking pre-orders for the B.E.S.T. Non-disposable ASC friendly biportal endoscopic instrument tray on the market!
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Dr. Singh has an international reputation in the area of minimally invasive spinal surgery. He frequently teaches minimally invasive techniques to neurosurgeons and spinal surgeons from around the world and most recently was an invited guest lecturer to Saudi Arabia. He is also extensively involved in designing new minimally invasive spinal instrumentation for cutting-edge spinal surgery.
Dr. Singh's clinical interests include the minimally invasive treatment of complex degenerative disorders of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. Dr. Singh also specializes in minimally invasive treatment of spinal tumors and adult spinal deformities.
Dr. Singh is known for his excellent outcomes and his use of cutting-edge procedures. He is an award-winning researcher and has published his findings in major medical journals (more than 200 publications, presentations and book chapters). He most recently won awards for his research including Best Paper at the North American Spine Society (NASS) and Society of Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery (SMISS) International Meetings in 2013. He frequently trains surgeons who observe his newly advanced surgical techniques in the operating room. He is also the principal researcher in several FDA clinical trials involving cervical disc replacements and motion-preserving spinal technology.
Dr. Singh is listed in Becker's Orthopedic Spine and Pain Management as one of the nation's Top 100 spine surgeons and specialists. He was also awarded the "Top 10" Doctor Award, Most Compassionate Doctor, and Patient's Choice Award from Vitals.com. Dr. Singh was also appointed to serve as the chair of the Spine Program Committee for the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Annual Meeting from 2017-2020.
A graduate of Jefferson Medical College, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude, Dr. Singh completed his training at Emory University in a combined Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical spine fellowship.
