Dr. Mark Kerner specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all spinal conditions. Treatments range from advanced non-operative interventions to the latest state-of–the-art surgical techniques. Wherever appropriate the most conservative treatments are attempted. In many cases, minimally invasive procedures are utilized to speed recovery.
Dr. Kerner graduated from Brown University in Rhode Island with a degree in history. He attended the Albert Einstein College of medicine in New York, and completed his orthopedic training there as well, ultimately serving as Chief Resident. He completed a post-graduate fellowship in Spine Surgery at the San Francisco Spine Institute, is certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons, and has been Medical Director since 1995. He is also Chairman of the Department of Surgery at Maryview Medical Center and is also Chairman of the Bon Secours Maryview Foundation and active in numerous charitable endeavors.
What Our Patients Say About Us
Kerner Spine Testimonials
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My back was so bad I couldn't stand up or walk very far. Dr. Kerner did surgery on my back. I had instant relief. Within a week I was walking and standing without much assistance. I no longer have any pain and I am actually taller and straighter. My grown children say they have never seen me walk so well. It is about 8 weeks after surgery I walk 2 + miles a day. Dr. Kerner is amazing, one thing! DO WHAT HE TELLS YOU TO DO, BEFORE AND AFTER YOUR SURGERY.
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Best orthopedic surgeon I've found in this area, kept wife from fusion other doc wanted, wife ok 5 years now, my back has bad fusion from another surgeon but Kerner stepped up to do everything to get pain in control and keep me working.
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★★★★★
Dr Mark Kerner is awesome, I had sciatica so bad bad for 4 yrs and I was too scared to think of even having surgery. I finally broke down because it got so bad. Dr. Kerner did my surgery and did a great job. The pain is gone and there are no problems from the surgery. It's been almost 4 weeks and life is great again. Check in with this surgeon if your in need of pain relief
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★★★★★
This doctor is amazing & very thorough at explaining the pros, cons, and possibilities of what can happen during surgery, but never does he put you at risk for the sake of doing a surgery. He's very personal & is always available to answer questions. He has performed surgeries for two family members & both of them are successfully recovered & back to doing normal day activities. Would recommend him with out question.
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★★★★★
Everyone at Dr Kerner's office was caring and compassionate with my mother and the pain she was having. Dr. Kerner is an amazing person. He is also very compassionate and has a great bedside manner and is very knowledgeable in his field. We were very pleased..
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After MONTHS of going for xrays/cts/mris and consultation with doctors, Dr. Kerner took one look at one xray and could tell exactly what had happened to my back after two surgeries and multilevel fusions. Its not pretty, but from back pain after a recent tramatic accident, I knew there was a fairly major issue. What a relief to find a doctor who understood the issue and I feel I can trust to find the best solution for me. He will provide the best advice.
