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Nitin Khanna, M.D., FAAOS
Orthopedic Specialists of Northwest Indiana
Spine Surgery
Munster, St. John
Most recent review: 4 days ago
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4.9
197 Ratings
84 Comments
Dr. Nitin Khanna, M.D., FAAOS, earned his medical degree at Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University. He then finished his fellowship at Rush Presbyterian St Luke’s Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and more.
4.9
197 Ratings
84 Comments
Dr. Nitin Khanna, M.D., FAAOS, earned his medical degree at Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University. He then finished his fellowship at Rush Presbyterian St Luke’s Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and more.
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Munster Office
9900 Columbia Ave
Munster, IN 46321
Munster, IN 46321
St. John Office
10200 Wicker Ave.
Suite 1
St. John, IN 46373
Suite 1
St. John, IN 46373
Dr. Nitin Khanna, M.D., FAAOS, graduated with honors from the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelors of Science in Bio-Medical Engineering. He has trained with the most prestigious spine surgeons in the world at RUSH and Washington University in St Louis including Dr. Howard An, Ron Dewald, Frank Phillips, Larry Lenke, Dan Riew, Keith Bridwell.
Dr. Khanna believes in a conservative non-invasive and minimally invasive approach to treating most spinal conditions. His focus is on establishing the diagnosis early in the care of a patient and designing an individualized treatment plan for each patient.
Dr. Khanna is a recognized leader in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery and is an associate editor for SPINE and the International Journal of Spine Surgery. He has participated in the design and development of many minimally invasive surgical techniques, including MAS PLIF, that has led to a dramatic decrease in the discomfort typically associated with spinal procedures.
He is a frequent lecturer for both United States and International Surgeons. He has presented his research on these techniques at international spine meetings and has been a pioneer in moving many spinal procedures to the outpatient setting. Many patients are now sent home hours after their procedure avoiding the long hospital stays and pain historically associated with spine surgery.
He is also an expert in cervical disc replacement and believes strongly in maximizing functional motion after spine surgery. These procedures are routinely performed on an outpatient basis with an earlier return to work and function.
His unique focus on addressing alignment in minimally invasive spine procedures aims to not only decrease the recovery time for patients but also aims to increase the longevity and durability of these procedures. “Our goal is to fix the problem and have it last, too often patients require many spine procedures. We feel that by addressing alignment and utilizing these advanced techniques – we will be able to provide long term benefits for patients suffering from spinal conditions.”
Dr. Khanna’s extensive research has been published in Spine, Journal of Spine, Journal of American College of Surgeons, Journal of Orthopedic Trauma, and American Journal of Orthopedics. He has written Text Book chapters in the Principles and Practice of Spine Surgery. His research has been presented at national and international meetings such as North American Spine Society, American Academy of Orthopedics, Cervical Spine Research Society, Scoliosis Research Society, and Mid America Orthopedic Society.
Dr. Khanna's research has been presented at North American Spine Society, Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery. Over 33 patient care awards including two lifetime achievement awards.
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Dr Khanna and his staff exhibit a caring personality with their patients. Dr. Khanna is the most professional and skilled orthopedic surgeon in the Chicago - Northwest Indiana areas.
Dr. Khanna has made this whole process easy and stress free. He explains things throuroughly and has such a pleasant bedside manner. He has truly improved my quality of life and I will be forever grateful.
He’s excellent, professional and kind, extremely compassionate
Very nice and professional
Dr. Khanna is one of the kindest most understanding doctors I have ever had the pleasure of meeting in my life. He is the same as he was when he did my last surgery and I will always have great trust in him and what he has to say he is a magnificent surgeon, and I appreciate him!
Dr.Khanna was very attentive and provided me with great information for a plan to treat my back. I appreciate his kindness and concern and I'm looking forward to getting answers to help my back heal. The entire office was welcoming and helpful and I appreciate all the help.
Best orthopedic surgeon out there! Incredibly skilled! And he has a wonderful staff working with him! I will be forever grateful that I found Dr. Khanna who has given me a healthy spine again!
Took the time to listen to my questions and answered them fully to my understanding
Best choice for my spinal surgery procedure