Dr. Todd M. Raabe, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon with subspecialty training in Adult and Pediatric Spinal Surgery. He is a leading expert in Spine and Neck Surgery, recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as a "top 10 spine surgeon to know." Dr. Raabe graduated Magna Cum Laude from Texas University and Salutatorian of his medical school class.
Dr. Todd M. Raabe, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon with subspecialty training in Adult and Pediatric Spinal Surgery. He is a leading expert in Spine and Neck Surgery, recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as a "top 10 spine surgeon to know." Dr. Raabe graduated Magna Cum Laude from Texas University and Salutatorian of his medical school class.
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Honest and informative.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
I could not have had a better experience- Dr RAABE was not only detailed in his explanations, but understood my overlapping issues - he was very professional yet personable & thorough. I felt blessed to have found a doctor like him to entrust my spine care to.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
A thorough exam. Explanation and identifying the problem was exceptional.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Excellent. Answered all my questions. We discuss what can be done. He had and MRI done before the visit in order to see what was going on. He was concerned with my pain, discomfort. After the discussion we arrived at a plan.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Thank you Dr. Raabe and Neil Burgess, PA for the expertise you gave me concerning my back. You both listened to my concerns and gave me an honest, professional opinion.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Made me feel very comfortable.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Raabe was very professional. He described several potential treatment options, which allowed us to make the best informed decision to return to our daily operations as quickly as possible.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
Great Doctor with great bedside manners. Highly recommend him!
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
Great Doctor he explained why details concerning my back. He answered all my questions.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
One of the finest surgeons i have ever worked with!
Dr. Todd M. Raabe, M.D., is a Board Certified orthopedic spine surgeon with advanced training as a subspecialist in adult and pediatric spinal surgery. He completed a fellowship at the Colorado Spine Center and the Rocky Mountain Spine Center in Aurora, Colorado. Before completing his fellowships, Dr. Raabe attended Texas A&M University for his undergraduate work, graduating Magna Cum Laude. He continued at A&M for medical school, graduating with honors as the Salutatorian of his class. He completed his internship at Texas A&M University – Scott and White Memorial Hospital, where he also completed his orthopedic residency.
“No one wants to have back surgery. Many people endure years of pain because they want to avoid surgery… or at least delay it as long as possible,” Raabe explains. “I understand, but we have techniques today that can make such a dramatic difference in reducing or eliminating pain, restoring flexibility and mobility. I know that the term “back surgery” is scary, but it’s my job to help my patients understand their options and help them.”
Dr. Raabe is considered a thought leader and a leading expert in spine and neck surgery. He has made significant contributions to clinical research. In 2022, the renowned journal, Becker’s Hospital Review, listed him as a “top 10 spine surgeons to know” in the United States. In 2022 -2025, he was also recognized by Texas Monthly as a Super Doctor.
In September 2023, he was voted as a Best in Town winner by readers of the Tyler Telegraph. His categories included: Winner – Spine Surgeon and One of the Best – Orthopedist.
In September 2024, Dr. Raabe was voted by readers of the Tyler Morning Telegraph as the Overall Winner of Best Spine Surgeon. In September 2025, he was voted by Tyler Morning Telegraph readers as the Best in Town Overall Winner for Orthopedist.
Honest and informative.
I could not have had a better experience- Dr RAABE was not only detailed in his explanations, but understood my overlapping issues - he was very professional yet personable & thorough. I felt blessed to have found a doctor like him to entrust my spine care to.
A thorough exam. Explanation and identifying the problem was exceptional.
Excellent. Answered all my questions. We discuss what can be done. He had and MRI done before the visit in order to see what was going on. He was concerned with my pain, discomfort. After the discussion we arrived at a plan.
Thank you Dr. Raabe and Neil Burgess, PA for the expertise you gave me concerning my back. You both listened to my concerns and gave me an honest, professional opinion.
Made me feel very comfortable.
Dr. Raabe was very professional. He described several potential treatment options, which allowed us to make the best informed decision to return to our daily operations as quickly as possible.
Great Doctor with great bedside manners. Highly recommend him!
Great Doctor he explained why details concerning my back. He answered all my questions.
One of the finest surgeons i have ever worked with!