Overview
Dr. James D. Schwender is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon at Twin Cities Spine Center specializing in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine conditions. He treats scoliosis, spinal deformity, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, trauma, tumors, and spinal infections. Dr. Schwender offers advanced minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery, and modern techniques designed to reduce pain and shorten recovery time. He sees patients in Blaine, Minneapolis, and Shakopee. Call (612) 775-6200 or visit tcspine.com to schedule a consultation.
Dr. Schwender is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.
Dr. Schwender is board certified in American Board Of Orthopedic Surgeons. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 11 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Schwender is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1601 Saint Francis Ave, Second Floor, Shakopee, MN 55379
2305 108th Ln NE, Rayus Radiology Building, Blaine, MN 55449
913 E 26th St, Suite 600, Minneapolis, MN 55404
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. James Schwender
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James Schwender?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James Schwender by calling their office at 612-775-6200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James Schwender a top-rated expert for Spondylolisthesis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James Schwender is classified as an Distinguished 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. James Schwender specialize in?
While Dr. James Schwender is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, and Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. James Schwender participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James Schwender has published 11 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spondylolisthesis. You can view a list of Dr. James Schwender's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James Schwender accept my insurance?
Dr. James Schwender accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 612-775-6200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Spinal StenosisDr. Schwender isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Schwender isDistinguished. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
- Advanced
- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Schwender isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Schwender isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Schwender isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- Herniated Disc SurgeryDr. Schwender isAdvanced. Learn about Herniated Disc Surgery.
- Herniated DiskDr. Schwender isAdvanced. Learn about Herniated Disk.
- KyphosisDr. Schwender isAdvanced. Learn about Kyphosis.
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- CoccydyniaDr. Schwender isExperienced. Learn about Coccydynia.
- Foot DropDr. Schwender isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Schwender isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- LaminectomyDr. Schwender isExperienced. Learn about Laminectomy.
- LordosisDr. Schwender isExperienced. Learn about Lordosis.
- Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome)