"The service was very professional and courteous everyone was so nice. I really value Dr. Parks he make me feel safe with the decision we makes when it comes to to my health issues. I recommend anyone who having any spinal surgery or issues please go see Dr. Daniel Park." says Alecia on Google
★★★★★ The service was very professional and courteous everyone was so nice. I really value Dr. Parks he make me feel safe with the decision we makes when it comes to to my health issues. I recommend anyone who having any spinal surgery or issues please go see Dr. Daniel Park.
10/08/2025
Aquatic therapy can heal muscles and minds of people with chronic low back pain, study suggests.
A new Concordia study suggests that aquatic therapy for individuals with chronic low back pain can do more than strengthen the muscles around the spine. It can also have a beneficial impact on the negative psychological factors that are often associated with the disabling disease.
10/07/2025
9 Sleep Tips for Back Pain.
Back pain can make getting through the day hard, but it can make getting a good night’s sleep even harder. It can be tough to find a comfortable position so you can doze off. And you might not even be able to get in and out of bed without pain.
10/01/2025
"Dr Park explained my xray and commented on what he thinks my recovery will take .He is friendly and very easy to understand. I will put him on my list of very good doctors if i need help with my back in the future. I recommended him to my wife." says Donald on Google
★★★★★ Dr Park explained my xray and commented on what he thinks my recovery will take .He is friendly and very easy to understand. I will put him on my list of very good doctors if i need help with my back in the future. I recommended him to my wife.
10/01/2025
An Overview of Sacroiliitis.
Sacroiliitis is inflammation of the sacroiliac (SI) joint in the pelvic region of your body. This can lead to symptoms of pain in the lower back and buttocks.
09/30/2025
When Should I Call My Doctor About Back Pain?
For the 80% of adults who experience it at some point in their lives, the go-to treatment is often over-the-counter pain relievers, an ice pack, and rest. But while most back pain does go away on its own, there are times when toughing it out at home isn’t a good idea.
09/26/2025
"I saw Dr. Park as a consult referral by my Internist. Practice was very organized and thorough with online pre-registration, which made visit timely and quick. Staff was efficient and friendly. Dr. Park had looked over all my x-rays, my MRI and medical history prior to coming into the exam room, so he was knowledgeable, efficent, direct and on point, suggesting the fracture may heal itself in 4-6 weeks so no surgery.." says Nancy on Google
★★★★★ I saw Dr. Park as a consult referral by my Internist. Practice was very organized and thorough with online pre-registration, which made visit timely and quick. Staff was efficient and friendly. Dr. Park had looked over all my x-rays, my MRI and medical history prior to coming into th...
09/26/2025
"This was my first appointment with Dr. Daniel Park and his assistant. They were both very thorough, and took time to explain everything to me. I drove 138 miles to see him, since he came highly recommended, and I would do it again. I was very sat with my care. I give them 5 stars. The office staff was all very nice too!" says Deborah on Google
★★★★★ This was my first appointment with Dr. Daniel Park and his assistant. They were both very thorough, and took time to explain everything to me. I drove 138 miles to see him, since he came highly recommended, and I would do it again. I was very sat with my care. I give them 5 stars. Th...
09/25/2025
"I have worked with Dr. Park for 4 years with my back issues. He has always been encouraging and helpful. I am post op 24 hours and sitting in a chair. That says something" says danny on Google
★★★★★ I have worked with Dr. Park for 4 years with my back issues. He has always been encouraging and helpful. I am post op 24 hours and sitting in a chair. That says something
09/24/2025
AI–based test detects early signs of osteoporosis from X-ray images.
Investigators have developed an artificial intelligence-assisted diagnostic system that can estimate bone mineral density in both the lumbar spine and the femur of the upper leg, based on X-ray images. The advance is described in a study published in the Journal of Orthopaedic Research.
09/21/2025
"Great Surgeon!!" says Darryl on Google
★★★★★ Great Surgeon!!
09/18/2025
"Dr Park and his staff were professional, answered all my questions, and helped me understand my neck issues, and actually advised AGAINST surgery at this time. Breath of fresh air from the other neurosurgeons I have seen who were only interested in doing surgery as fast as possible. Thank you!" says Tom on Google
★★★★★ Dr Park and his staff were professional, answered all my questions, and helped me understand my neck issues, and actually advised AGAINST surgery at this time. Breath of fresh air from the other neurosurgeons I have seen who were only interested in doing surgery as fast as possible. ...
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Dr. Daniel K. Park is a board certified orthopedic spine surgeon at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan. He is currently an Associate Professor in Orthopedic Spine Surgery and serves as Director of Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery at William Beaumont Hospital-Royal Oak. He also is the medical director of Orthopedic Spine Research Lab. Dr. Park earned his bachelor of science degree at Emory University and then graduated from Duke University Medical School. He finished his orthopedic surgery residency at Rush University in Chicago, Illinois and his spine surgery fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia.
Dr. Park is recipient of various awards and honors, such as Edward D. Smith Emory scholar, Georgia HOPE scholar, Georgia Governor's scholar, William G. Anylan Duke Scholar, and Howard Hughes medical student research fellow. He is also a member of Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society and Phi Beta Kappa. He has also been selected to attend AAOS/OREF/ORS Clinician Scientist Development Program and the AOA-OREF Resident Leadership Forum.
Dr. Park's clinical and research interests are in all disorders of the spine, particularly in minimally invasive surgery and cervical spine. Dr. Park has been active in research since medical school and has been recognized for his research endeavors early in his academic career. He has been a recipient of the Talmage Peele Award at Duke University and won outstanding oral platform presentation at Duke Alpha Omega Alpha Research symposium. He was selected as best resident research three straight years at Rush University. He has presented his research at various national meetings including the Cervical Spine Research Society (CSRC), Lumbar Spine Research Society (LSRS), American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery (AAOS), and Howard Hughes Medical Institute medical student research symposium.
Education and Training
Academic Positions
Assistant Professor- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Oakland University School of Medicine
Medical Director- Orthopedic Spine Research Lab, William Beaumont Hospital
Director- Orthopedic Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak
Professional Training
Emory University Spinal Surgery Fellowship Atlanta, GA Program Director: John Heller, MD and Scott Boden, MD
Rush University Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Chicago, IL Program Chairman: Joshua Jacobs, MD
Rush University General Surgery Internship Chicago, IL Program Director: Norman Wool, MD
Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery
Medical School
M.D/2005 Duke University School of Medicine Durham, NC
Undergraduate
B.S/2001 Emory University Atlanta, GA Major: Biology
Current and Past Positions
2013 - Medical Director of Orthopedic Spine Research
William Beaumont Hospital
2013 - Director of Orthopedic Minimally Invasive Spine
William Beaumont Hospital
2012-14 - Co-Editor Beaumont Spine Newsletter
William Beaumont Hospital
2011 - Assistant Professor Orthopedic Surgery
Oakland Univ. School of Medicine
2011 - Clinical Instructor Orthopedic Surgery
William Beaumont Hospital
2010-11 - Clinical Instructor Orthopedic Surgery
Emory University
Professional Memberships
AOSpineMember
Lumbar Spine Research SocietyMember
Korean American Spine SocietyMember
Spine Arthroplasty SocietyMember
American Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsFellow
Alpha Omega AlphaDuke University
Phi Beta KappaEmory University
Phi Delta Epilson Pre-medical societyEmory University
Phi Eta Sigma Honor SocietyEmory University
Leadership
Anatomy CommitteeAmerican Academy of Orthopedic Surgery
