Michael A. Finn
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Michael A. Finn, M.D., D.A.B.N.S.
Dr. Finn is a highly skilled and experienced neurosurgeon specializing in advanced spine surgery, including minimally invasive techniques, spinal decompressions, fusions, and complex cervical and lumbar procedures. With a strong background in both neurological and orthopedic spine surgery, he is dedicated to providing patient-centered care that focuses on improving function, reducing pain, and enhancing quality of life.
Dr. Finn collaborates closely with his patients, helping them navigate the best treatment options to achieve the best possible outcomes. His expertise includes the application of innovative surgical approaches in the treatment of complex spinal conditions. He has performed research in spinal biomechanics, clinical outcomes, surgical techniques and new technologies. Dr. Finn has been awarded several spine related patents which is testament to his innovative nature.
A recognized leader in spine surgery, Dr. Finn earned his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He then completed his residency in Neurological Surgery at the University of Utah and pursued a fellowship in Orthopedic Spine Surgery at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Before joining Midwest Spine & Brain Institute, he served as an Associate Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, where he played a key role in clinical research and surgical education.
Primary Specialty:
- Board-Certified Neurosurgeon
- Revision Spine Surgery and Deformity Surgery
- Spinal Decompression & Fusion
- Cervical Disc Replacement
- Spine Trauma Surgery
Care Team:
- Physician Assistants:
- Ian M. Johnson, PA-C
Notes:
“I try to treat every patient as I would a family member. I place a strong emphasis on conservative care, when appropriate. When surgery is indicated, I use the best evidence based approaches as much as possible to get my patients back to work, recreation and living life.”
Education:
- Undergraduate: University of California, Riverside – Riverside, CA
- Medical School: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) – Los Angeles, CA, M.D. Degree
- Post-Graduate: General Surgery Internship, University of Utah – Salt Lake City, UT
- Residency: Neurological Surgery, University of Utah – Salt Lake City, UT
- Fellowship: Orthopedic Spine Surgery, University of Wisconsin, Madison – Madison, WI
Certification:
- Board-Certified Neurosurgeon
Licenses:
- Colorado Board of Medical Practice
- Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
- Wisconsin Board of Medical Practice
Honors & Memberships:
- Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
- Summa Cum Laude Graduate – University of California, Riverside
- Carl Fuglie, M.D. Scholarship Award in Biomedical Science
- Intramural Research Training Award – National Institutes of Health
- Member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, North American Spine Society, and American Association of Neurological Surgeons