Auburn and DeKalb County residents seeking spine surgery no longer need to travel to Indianapolis or beyond for fellowship-trained expertise. Dr. Marc Greenberg brings advanced minimally invasive spine care to Northeast Indiana, with training from Mayo Clinic, Johns Hopkins, and Brown University. Located in Fort Wayne — just 25 minutes from Auburn — Greenberg Spine offers the region's most advanced techniques including endoscopic and robotic-assisted spine surgery. As part of the Parkview Health network serving DeKalb County, patients benefit from coordinated regional care.
Medical degree from one of the world's most prestigious medical institutions, known for innovation and excellence in patient care.
Orthopedic surgery residency at the nation's top-ranked orthopedic program, training under world-renowned spine surgeons.
Complex spine and minimally invasive fellowship, mastering advanced techniques including endoscopic and robotic-assisted surgery.
This training combination represents thousands of hours learning from world leaders in spine surgery. Auburn patients now have access to this expertise close to home — just 25 minutes away in Fort Wayne.
Ultra-minimally invasive approach using specialized cameras and micro-instruments. Many procedures performed outpatient — home the same day.
Globus ExcelsiusGPS technology for precise screw and implant placement. Enhanced accuracy leads to improved outcomes and reduced complications.
When appropriate, Dr. Greenberg uses motion-preserving techniques like cervical disc replacement instead of fusion. The goal is to restore function and maintain natural spinal movement.
Not every spine problem requires fusion. Dr. Greenberg's philosophy: surgery should restore function, not just eliminate pain.
Serving Auburn and DeKalb County patients with comprehensive spine care
Neck and back disc herniations causing pain, numbness, or weakness
Narrowing of the spinal canal causing leg pain with walking
Leg pain, numbness, or tingling from nerve compression
Neck pain with arm symptoms from pinched nerves
Age-related disc changes causing chronic pain
Vertebral slippage causing back and leg pain
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction causing lower back pain
Persistent pain after previous spine surgery
Not every patient needs surgery — Dr. Greenberg discusses all options including conservative care. When surgery is appropriate, minimally invasive techniques are prioritized.
Ultra-minimally invasive disc removal
Motion-preserving alternative to fusion
Precision-guided fusion surgery
Minimally invasive lumbar fusion
Decompression for spinal stenosis
Anterior cervical fusion
Motion-preserving decompression
Stabilization for SI joint pain
Greenberg Spine in Fort Wayne is approximately 25 minutes from Auburn via I-69. Easy access from downtown Auburn and all DeKalb County communities.
Also convenient for: Steuben County (Angola, Fremont) and Noble County (Kendallville, Ligonier)
Greenberg Spine is part of the Parkview Health network that also serves DeKalb County through Parkview DeKalb Hospital. This means:
Approximately 25 minutes via I-69. Our Fort Wayne office is easily accessible from downtown Auburn and surrounding DeKalb County communities.
Yes. We accept referrals from physicians throughout the Parkview network and beyond. However, most insurance plans don't require a referral — you can also schedule directly.
We minimize trips when possible by coordinating imaging and consultations. Many procedures are outpatient, and post-operative follow-up can often be managed with fewer visits.
For emergencies, go to your nearest emergency room. For urgent but non-emergency spine issues, contact our office — we prioritize getting patients seen quickly, typically within 7 days.
Advanced spine care is closer than you think — just 25 minutes from Auburn.