Spine Surgeon Serving Columbia City, IN
Columbia City is located in Whitley County, approximately 25 minutes west of Fort Wayne via US-30. As the county seat of Whitley County, patients from Columbia City and the surrounding area commonly travel to Fort Wayne for fellowship-trained spine surgery expertise when conservative treatment hasn't provided adequate relief.
Approximate drive time from Columbia City: 25 minutes via US-30 East
Join the Greenberg Spine WaitlistWhy Patients from Columbia City Choose Greenberg Spine
Fellowship Training
Dr. Greenberg completed fellowship training at Mayo Clinic, Johns Hopkins, and Brown University, focusing on complex spine surgery and minimally invasive techniques.
Minimally Invasive Capability
When appropriate based on imaging and symptoms, Dr. Greenberg uses minimally invasive approaches including endoscopic and motion-preserving techniques.
Clear Diagnosis & Shared Decision-Making
Every consultation includes thorough imaging review, clear explanation of findings, and discussion of all appropriate treatment options with realistic expectations.
Getting Here from Columbia City
Drive Time & Route
- Drive time: Approximately 25 minutes
- Primary route: US-30 East to Fort Wayne
- Distance: Approximately 20 miles
What to Expect
Initial consultations typically last 45-60 minutes and include thorough imaging review, physical examination, and discussion of all appropriate treatment options.
Most follow-up appointments are shorter. Specific office locations and scheduling details will be finalized closer to our August 2026 opening.
Common Questions from Columbia City Patients
Does Parkview have facilities in Columbia City or Whitley County?
Parkview Health has facilities in Whitley County and throughout northeast Indiana, providing coordinated care across the region. Dr. Greenberg plans to practice with Ortho NorthEast (ONE), which partners with Parkview Health for hospital-based surgical care.
Why would I travel to Fort Wayne instead of seeing a local surgeon?
Fellowship training in spine surgery provides specialized expertise beyond general orthopedic or neurosurgery training. Dr. Greenberg's additional 1-2 years of focused spine fellowship training at Mayo Clinic, Johns Hopkins, and Brown University provides advanced skills in minimally invasive, endoscopic, robotic, and motion-preserving techniques. Many patients travel to Fort Wayne for this specialized expertise when conservative treatment hasn't provided adequate relief.
Can I do follow-up appointments closer to Columbia City?
Specific office locations and follow-up scheduling options will be finalized closer to our August 2026 opening. Initial consultations and surgical procedures will be in Fort Wayne. Join the waitlist to receive updates about office locations and scheduling as they become available.
Common Reasons Patients Travel from Columbia City
Patients come to Greenberg Spine when conservative treatment has not provided adequate relief and symptoms significantly impact daily function.
Leg Pain & Sciatica
Radiating leg pain from herniated discs or spinal stenosis that limits walking, standing, or daily activities.
Stenosis with Walking Limitation
Neurogenic claudication causing leg heaviness, numbness, or weakness after short distances, often relieved by sitting or leaning forward.
Arm Pain & Cervical Myelopathy
Neck-related arm pain, hand numbness, or coordination difficulties from cervical disc herniations or spinal cord compression.
Failed Non-Operative Care
Persistent symptoms despite appropriate conservative treatment including physical therapy, medications, and injections.
Conservative Treatment First: Dr. Greenberg evaluates whether surgery is appropriate based on imaging findings, symptom severity, functional impact, and response to non-operative care. Many patients do not require surgery.
Parkview Health & Regional Access
Parkview Health has facilities in Whitley County and throughout northeast Indiana, providing coordinated care across the region.
Dr. Greenberg plans to practice with Ortho NorthEast (ONE), which partners with Parkview Health. This relationship ensures coordinated care and access to advanced surgical facilities when appropriate.
Fort Wayne serves as a regional care hub for patients throughout northeast Indiana, including Columbia City, with specialized spine surgery capabilities and comprehensive perioperative support.
Treatment Approach
Minimally Invasive Options (When Appropriate)
- Endoscopic discectomy for select herniated discs
- Cervical disc replacement for motion preservation when appropriate
- Minimally invasive decompression for stenosis
- Kyphoplasty for compression fractures
Fusion When Necessary
- ACDF for cervical instability or myelopathy
- Lumbar fusion for spondylolisthesis or instability
- Deformity correction when indicated
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