Robert F. Prior, DO
- Spine & Neck
I believe in patient-centric care and treat every patient with compassion, honesty, and respect. I am committed to being an advocate for my patients, ensuring that they are seen quickly and that their treatment plan is clearly explained and tailored to their unique goals and lifestyle.
”Bio
Dr. Robert Prior is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine and scoliosis surgeon. He specializes in treating a wide range of spinal conditions using contemporary, minimally invasive techniques that are designed to accelerate recovery and improve long-term outcomes.
Dr. Prior completed his spine fellowship at the University of Minnesota, where he trained under nationally and internationally recognized leaders in spine surgery. His clinical interests include outpatient spine surgery, spinal deformity, SI joint dysfunction, and the treatment of degenerative conditions of the cervical and lumbar spine.
He is passionate about timely, accessible care and partners closely with referring providers to ensure patients receive comprehensive and coordinated treatment.
Clinical Interests
Posterior Lumbar Fusion, Anterior Lumbar Fusion, Lateral Interbody Fusion, Lumbar Decompression, Lumbar Microdiscectomy, Anterior Cervical Disc Replacement, Anterior Cervical Fusion, Posterior Cervical Fusion , Posterior Cervical Laminoplasty, Pediatric Spine Surgery, Revision Spine Surgery, Scoliosis Deformity Surgery, Spinal Fusion, SIJ Fusion Surgery
Education
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Undergraduate Degree
St. Ambrose University - Davenport, IA 2011 - 2015 -
Medical School
Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine - Parker, Colorado 2015 – 2019 -
Residency
Department of Orthopedic Surgery Midwestern University: Franciscan Health, Chicago, Illinois 2019 – 2024 -
Fellowship
Department of Spine Surgery – University of Minnesota – Minneapolis, Minnesota 2024 – 2025
Board Certifications
- Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon (Passed ABOS Part I Certification Examination)
Certifications
AOF/AOAO Outstanding Resident of the Year Award in Orthopedic Surgery – 2022
Hans Schlueter Award for Resident of the Year, Midwestern University – 2020-2021
Sigma Sigma Phi National Honor Society, Rocky Vista University – 2017-2019
Professional Organizations
- Lumbar Spine Research Society (LSRS) – 2024-Present
- AO Spine Foundation – 2021-Present