Dr. Kern Singh stands as a distinguished figure in the realm of minimally invasive spinal surgery. Widely recognized for his groundbreaking techniques and forward-thinking methodologies, Doctor Singh frequently shares his profound knowledge with fellow neurosurgeons and spinal surgeons on a global scale, recently including lectures in Saudi Arabia. Notably, Doctor Singh is among a select group of surgeons in the United States who specialize in Endoscopic Spine Surgery. His expertise extends to the innovative design of cutting-edge minimally invasive spinal instrumentation, further solidifying his position at the forefront of spinal surgery advancements.
The year 2024 marked Dr. Singh’s appointment to Vice-Chair of Clinical Affairs within the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Rush University Medical Center. Concurrently, he serves as the Director of the Division of Spine Surgery at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, demonstrating his leadership and commitment to these prestigious institutions.
Doctor Singh’s clinical practice is centered on the minimally invasive treatment of a spectrum of complex degenerative conditions affecting the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. His specialized skills also encompass the minimally invasive management of spinal tumors and adult spinal deformities. This dedication to employing the most advanced procedures, coupled with his focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes, has garnered him widespread recognition and numerous accolades throughout his career.
A celebrated researcher in his field, Doctor Singh has contributed significantly to the medical literature, with over 200 publications including articles, presentations, and book chapters in leading medical journals. His research endeavors have been honored with prestigious awards, such as Best Paper recognitions from the North American Spine Society (NASS) and the Society of Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery (SMISS) International Meetings in 2013. Currently, Dr. Singh leads as the principal investigator in several FDA clinical trials, focusing on the advancements of cervical disc replacements and motion-preserving spinal technologies.
Acknowledged by Becker’s Orthopedic Spine and Pain Management as one of the Top 100 spine surgeons and specialists in the nation, Doctor Singh’s excellence is further validated by accolades such as the “Top 10” Doctor Award, Most Compassionate Doctor, and Patient’s Choice Award from Vitals.com. His leadership extends to national organizations, having served as the chair of the Spine Program Committee for the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Annual Meeting from 2017 to 2020.
Doctor Singh’s foundation in medicine is exceptionally strong, graduating Magna Cum Laude from Jefferson Medical College. He further refined his expertise through a combined Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical spine fellowship at Emory University, completing his comprehensive training and solidifying his expertise in the field.
