Munson Healthcare Neurology

Our goal at Neurosurgical Spine Specialists is to provide immediate, high-quality care with personalized attention to the needs of our patients. Our physician specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, treatment plans for the back and neck, spinal fractures, spinal stenosis, and neurosurgery.

Dr. Richard Burke is an expert in functional spine surgery and neuromodulation for patients with neurological diseases (diabetic foot neuropathy) and chronic pain disorders. Dr. Burke is an early adopter of neuromodulation (with over 2000 spinal cord stimulation procedures to date) and is considered a leader in the field. He has investigated the mechanisms of action in spinal cord stimulation and dorsal root ganglion stimulation for the treatment of chronic pain disorders such as peripheral neuropathy, failed back surgery syndrome, and complex regional pain syndrome. while decreasing dependence on narcotic medications and steroid injections. His focus is on each patient's functional goals while providing compassionate care to all patients!