Overview
Dr. Amit Bhandarkar is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon who is globally trained and fellowship-certified. He is located at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia, IL. Dr. Bhandarkar incorporates comprehensive pain management into his practice by addressing pain as a critical symptom. He is committed to efficient and compassionate care. Combining advanced surgical skills with a deep understanding of patients' diverse needs, Dr. Bhandarkar provides personalized and effective treatment plans. His dedication to evidence-based medicine is supported by numerous international publications, affirming his role as an expert in spine surgery. He treats patients 18 years of age or older for a wide variety of spine and neck conditions.
Dr. Bhandarkar is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Coccydynia, Scoliosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.
Dr. Bhandarkar is board certified in American Board Of Spine Surgery , Drug Enforcement Administration , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , and Missouri State Board Of Registration. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
402 N. Pleasant Ave., Centralia, IL 62801
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Amit Bhandarkar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Amit Bhandarkar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Amit Bhandarkar by calling their office at 618-436-6185. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Amit Bhandarkar a top-rated expert for Spondylolisthesis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amit Bhandarkar is classified as an Advanced expert for Spondylolisthesis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Amit Bhandarkar specialize in?
While Dr. Amit Bhandarkar is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Spondylolisthesis, Coccydynia, and Scoliosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Amit Bhandarkar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Amit Bhandarkar has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spondylolisthesis. You can view a list of Dr. Amit Bhandarkar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Amit Bhandarkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Amit Bhandarkar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 618-436-6185 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- CoccydyniaDr. Bhandarkar isAdvanced. Learn about Coccydynia.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Bhandarkar isAdvanced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- ScoliosisDr. Bhandarkar isAdvanced. Learn about Scoliosis.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Bhandarkar isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Bhandarkar isAdvanced. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
- Experienced
- Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisDr. Bhandarkar isExperienced. Learn about Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.
- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Bhandarkar isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Bhandarkar isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- Facet Joint SyndromeDr. Bhandarkar isExperienced. Learn about Facet Joint Syndrome.
- Fractured SpineDr. Bhandarkar isExperienced. Learn about Fractured Spine.
- Herniated Disc SurgeryDr. Bhandarkar isExperienced. Learn about Herniated Disc Surgery.