Robert J. Spinner, M.D., is a peripheral nerve surgeon at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He is chair of the Department of Neurologic Surgery and is the Burton M. Onofrio, M.D. Professor of Neurosurgery as well as a professor of orthopedics and anatomy. He completed full residency programs in orthopedics and neurosurgery and a one-year peripheral nerve fellowship. He is board certified in both neurosurgery and orthopedics. He has served as the president of the American Society for Peripheral Nerve and the Sunderland Society (an international peripheral nerve study group).
In addition to his clinical activities, Dr. Spinner is active in clinical and basic science (nerve regeneration). He mentors clinical and research fellows. He publishes in high-impact journals and presents frequently both nationally and internationally on topics related to peripheral nerve disorders.
Dr. Spinner chairs the Academic Appointments and Promotions Committee at Mayo.
Primary Specialty
Neurosurgeon
GenderMale
EducationMayo Medical School, Mayo College of Medicine
TrainingPrince of Wales Hospital, Hong Kong, Duke University Medical Center, Duke University Medical Center, Chief Resident, Duke University Medical Center, Peripheral Nerve Surgery (Dr. David Kline), Louisiana State University Medical Center, Chief Resident - Neurologic Surgery, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
ServicesRobert Spinner provides neurosurgery in Rochester, MN. A Neurosurgeon is trained to diagnose and treat disorders of the spinal cord, brain and nervous system such as Parkinson's disease and neurological disorders.
Please call Robert Spinner at (507) 284-2511 to schedule an appointment in Rochester, MN or to get more information.