Dr. Colin C. Buchanan, M.D. is a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon who specializes in the management of complex spinal disorders and minimally invasive surgery (MIS). He attended Wayne State University School of Medicine and completed his neurosurgery residency at the University of California. After residency, he completed a one-year fellowship in spine surgery at the Cleveland Clinic.
Dr. Colin C. Buchanan, M.D. is a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon who specializes in the management of complex spinal disorders and minimally invasive surgery (MIS). He attended Wayne State University School of Medicine and completed his neurosurgery residency at the University of California. After residency, he completed a one-year fellowship in spine surgery at the Cleveland Clinic.
Dr. Colin C. Buchanan, M.D. is a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon who specializes in the management of complex spinal disorders and minimally invasive surgery (MIS). He is currently the Neurosurgery Trauma Liaison and Medical Director of Neurosurgery at The Medical Center of Aurora.
Dr. Buchanan received his undergraduate degree from Denison University in Granville, Ohio. He attended Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. After medical school, Dr. Buchanan completed a general surgery internship followed by neurosurgery residency at the University of California, Los Angeles. During his residency, he received extensive training in the treatment of brain and pituitary tumors, functional neurosurgery and stereotactic radiosurgery, and traumatic brain injury. After residency, he completed a one-year fellowship in spine surgery at the Cleveland Clinic where he received training in both orthopedic and neurosurgical spine surgery from world-renowned experts.
Dr. Buchanan has conducted research on health care quality improvement. He is dedicated to continued research and advanced techniques in spine surgery, including neuronavigation. He has additional interests in neurosurgical education and has participated as an instructor at the annual Cleveland Spine Review course. He is a fellow of American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS), the Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS), and the North American Spine Society (NASS).
Dr. Buchanan is committed to achieving the best functional results for his patients. He uses both surgical and non-surgical treatment approaches to address disorders of the spine and brain. When not at work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and children. His recreational pursuits include alpine skiing, golf, and cycling.
Friendly. Good listener. Patient. Good explainer. Know edge able. Helpful. One BIG complaint : online checkin is horrible!!!
Dr. Buchanan has been my Dr for 7 years My entire spine is fused.. He's a great spine dr
Dr. Buchanan is great! He explains things well and actually listens when you ask questions. I highly recommend him!
Very nice. He understood I really don't want anymore surgeries.
Dr Buchanan’s office staff is fabulous and Dr Buchanan is one of the nicest Doctors you will ever find. He is knowledgeable and takes time to explain things. Great office all around
He’s a great neurosurgeon!! knowledgeable, professional, and very honest. I’ve had nothing but great experience!! strongly recommend.
Analytical, and compassionate. Integrates his patient feedback into his care plan.
Dr. Buchanan is top notch! He absolutely knows what he’s doing and his work is perfection… My back surgery went very well! I wanna thank him and his staff for their personalized care… it made my recovery so much better!!
Concerned for your well being. Listens. Provides a plan to work towards
You are a great person and wonderful Doctor.. thank you…