University Orthopedics is proud to announce that Dr. Bryce Basques has been named one of “15 Rising Stars in Spine Surgery to Know” by Becker’s Spine Review, a leading source of news and information for the spine care industry.

The national recognition highlights orthopedic spine surgeons who are helping advance the field through clinical expertise, research, innovation, and leadership.

Dr. Basques is a fellowship-trained spine surgeon and Director of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery at The Center for Spine Health at University Orthopedics. He specializes in treating a wide range of cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine conditions, including disc herniations, degenerative spine disease, spinal deformity, trauma, tumors, and complex revision cases.

His expertise includes some of the latest advances in spine care, including minimally invasive spine surgery, robotic spine surgery, surgical navigation, outpatient spine surgery, and motion-preservation procedures. Whenever possible, Dr. Basques emphasizes nonoperative treatment and develops an individualized treatment plan based on each patient’s condition, needs, and goals.

Advancing Spine Care Through Research and Innovation

In recognizing Dr. Basques, Becker’s Spine Review highlighted not only his clinical expertise, but also his significant contributions to spine research.

Dr. Basques has authored more than 100 peer-reviewed publications and regularly presents his research at national and international academic meetings. He has received research grants and awards from organizations including the National Institutes of Health and the North American Spine Society.

He also maintains an active clinical research program and mentors medical students, residents, and fellows, helping prepare the next generation of orthopedic and spine specialists.

Dr. Basques serves on North American Spine Society committees involved in research funding and the development of evidence-based clinical practice guidelines, further extending the impact of his work on spine care beyond University Orthopedics.

National Recognition for Excellence in Spine Surgery

The Becker’s Spine Review list recognizes surgeons from leading orthopedic practices and academic medical centers across the country who are contributing to advances in areas such as minimally invasive surgery, robotic technology, motion-preserving procedures, complex spinal reconstruction, clinical research, and medical education.

Dr. Basques’ inclusion reflects his commitment to combining advanced surgical techniques with evidence-based, patient-centered care.

University Orthopedics congratulates Dr. Bryce Basques on this well-deserved national recognition and his continued contributions to the advancement of spine surgery.

Read the full Becker’s Spine Review article: 15 Rising Stars in Spine Surgery to Know