Spine Care From World-renowned Specialists

Norton Leatherman Spine is a world-renowned program delivering groundbreaking care and treatment for back, neck and spine conditions and procedures.

  • Nationally recognized spine surgery fellowship program with over 150 trained fellows
  • First in the world to perform robotic spine surgery using the Medtronic Mazor X Stealth Edition, demonstrating leadership in surgical innovations
  • First health system in the nation to be recognized as an Advanced Orthopedic & Spine Center of Excellence by DNV
  • First in the state of Kentucky to use the EOS Imaging system, a high-resolution image system with 50% to 85% less radiation exposure than traditional X-rays and CT scans
  • More than 4,000 surgeries performed each year
  • Recognized as a national benchmark for patient-reported outcome measures against spine surgeons across the nation, ensuring high-quality, data-driven care
  • team of 45 highly regarded specialists, including orthopedic spine surgeons, neurosurgeons and pain management specialists
  • Internationally recognized leaders in clinical research of spinal disease, injury and deformity, opioid management, spine surgical innovations, scoliosis and more
  • Specialists who have served in senior positions in the Scoliosis Research Society, the prestigious organization for scoliosis surgeons around the world
  • Kenton D. Leatherman, M.D., the program namesake, was the first doctor in Kentucky to repair scoliosis surgically

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Why choose
Norton Leatherman Spine

Treating back and neck conditions requires a comprehensive approach. At Norton Leatherman Spine, we bring together leading spine specialists to provide quality treatment for your back or neck condition. Our team’s expertise includes multiple disciplines — orthopedic spine surgeons, neurosurgeons, general surgeons, pain management specialists, physical therapists, radiologists and nurses — who work together to create a plan that meets your specific needs to help you more quickly get back to the things you love.

What We Treat

The physicians at Norton Leatherman Spine treat the full range of common back and neck conditions. We also treat more complex issues, including scoliosis and other spinal deformities in children and adults.

Pain Management

Our physicians are experienced in providing a full range of therapeutic pain management options. We strive to improve quality of life by managing pain without heavy reliance on medication.

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation is a vital part of your care and, most important, your recovery. Carefully following recommendations from your Norton Leatherman Spine doctor, nurses and therapists can help you get back to normal activities as soon as possible.

Locations

Adults and children turn to Norton Leatherman Spine specialists for advanced treatment of various spine conditions and injuries.

Our spine specialists have access to advanced diagnostic imaging capabilities and offer patients in-office and surgical expertise at four state-of-the-art hospitals and several outpatient facilities throughout the Louisville area.

Clinical Trials

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Norton Leatherman Spine is at the forefront of spine treatment research. As investigators on numerous trials, our specialist physicians have unparalleled experience with many innovative treatments once they are approved for broad use. Patients also may be eligible to take part in these experimental spine treatments. Norton Leatherman Spine researchers also contribute to groundbreaking studies and other publications in peer-reviewed journals.

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