Dr. Donald Kucharzyk, DO, Crown Point, IN, 46307

We are an innovative practice that constantly uses new and updated technologies such as minimally invasive surgery and fusion. Having lectured and performed this type of surgery worldwide, we can offer you this technique if you need spinal fusion surgery. This technology has cut hospitilization by 50% and offers qiucker rehab and return to activities than thru standard open techniques. If you are having a spinal fusion surgery, think about us and a minimally invasive approach to the treatment of your back condition.

Type of Spine Care Professional

Orthopedic surgeon

Areas Served

Crown Point, Lowell, St. John, Schereville, Merrillville, Hobart, Portage, Lake Station, Winfield, Valparaiso, Rensallear, Lake Village, Highland, Griffith, Munster, Dyer

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Conditions and Treatments

Conditions

• Cervical spine disorders
• Degenerative disc disease
• Degenerative spinal conditions
• Herniated disc / bulging disc
• Ligament strain
• Lumbar spine disorders
• Muscle pain / muscle strain
• Myelopathy
• Osteoarthritis
• Osteoporosis
• Sciatica / radiculopathy
• Scoliosis and deformity
• Spinal stenosis
• Spondylolisthesis
• Thoracic spine disorders
• Trauma
• Whiplash

Treatments

• Aquatic therapy/water therapy
• Coccygectomy
• Discectomy
• Exercise
• Lower back surgery
• McKenzie Method
• Microdiscectomy / microdecompression
• Minimally invasive surgery
• Musculoskeletal manipulation
• Physical therapy
• Rehabilitation
• Scoliosis surgery
• Spinal fusion
• Upper back surgery

Professional Affiliations

• American Ostoeopathic Academy of Orthopedics
• American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
• North American Spine Society
• Scoliosis Research Society

Certifications

• American Osteopathic Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Professional Distinctions

• Fellowship trained in Pediatric Orthopaedic and Spinal Deformity
• Associate Editor - The Spine Journal
• Assistant Professor - Department of Orthopaedics - Midwestern University Medical School and St. James-Olympia Fields Medical Centers