Dr. Kevin Hwang
Overview
Dr. Kevin Hwang is a spine surgeon who cares for patients experiencing pain or functional limitations from a wide range of spinal disorders. He provides comprehensive evaluations, diagnosis, treatment and education. Drawing on his expertise in spinal anatomy, biomechanics and pathology, he tailors treatment plans to each patient's needs. He works collaboratively with a team of specialists at UCSF and MarinHealth to optimize outcomes from conservative and nonoperative treatments. For patients who require surgery, he embraces minimally invasive techniques that result in less post-op pain and faster recoveries than traditional approaches. Hwang's research focuses on optimizing spinal surgery outcomes and providing equitable surgical care to diverse populations. He is interested in incorporating new technologies into surgical care, with recent projects on decreasing neck pain after posterior cervical spinal surgery and using neural networks (a type of artificial intelligence) to automate fracture detection. Before coming to Northern California, he was a spine surgeon and faculty member at Massachusetts General Hospital and an instructor at Harvard Medical School. Outside of work, Hwang enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, as well as running in the hills of San Francisco or Marin County.
His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Sciatica, Scoliosis, and Laminectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
4000 Civic Center Drive, Suite 209, San Rafael, CA 94903
4000 Civic Center Drive, Suite 209, San Rafael, CA 94903
335 South McDowell Blvd., Petaluma, CA 94954
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.
Spine Center
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Spine Center
Dr. Sigurd H. Berven has a strong interest in the care of children and adults with spinal disorders. He has expertise in pediatric and adult deformities, degenerative conditions of the spine, spinal tumors and spinal trauma. In research, Berven is interested in the assessment of outcomes for patients who have orthopedic surgery. He also studies minimally invasive techniques in spinal surgery, and he is exploring cellular and molecular techniques to biologically regenerate components of the spine, including the intervertebral disc. Berven studied human biology as an undergraduate at Stanford University. He was a graduate student in philosophy, politics and economics at the University of Oxford. He received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and then completed his residency in the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program, which provides training at four major city hospitals. Next, he advanced his training in spine surgery as a clinical fellow at UCSF and in pediatric orthopedic surgery as chief resident at Boston Children's Hospital. Often invited to speak at national and international conferences, Berven has lectured on topics including measurement of outcomes in spine surgery, evaluation and management of spinal disorders, and advanced techniques in spinal surgery. Dr. Berven is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.
Stanford Health Care
Stuart Goodman is an Orthopedics provider in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Goodman is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteolysis Syndrome Recessive, Osteonecrosis, Osteoarthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kevin Hwang
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kevin Hwang?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kevin Hwang by calling their office at 415-388-2777. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kevin Hwang a top-rated expert for Spinal Stenosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kevin Hwang is classified as an Experienced expert for Spinal Stenosis, 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. Kevin Hwang specialize in?
While Dr. Kevin Hwang is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, and Sciatica. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Kevin Hwang participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kevin Hwang has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spinal Stenosis. You can view a list of Dr. Kevin Hwang's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kevin Hwang accept my insurance?
Dr. Kevin Hwang accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-388-2777 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- LaminectomyDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Laminectomy.
- SciaticaDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Sciatica.
- ScoliosisDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Scoliosis.