Back Pain Holding You Back?

One Team. One Plan. Comprehensive Back Pain Care.

At IBJI, our board-certified spine specialists provide comprehensive, personalized care for a wide range of spinal conditions.

From conservative care and physical therapy to advanced surgical techniques, our team works together to create a personalized path forward. Our orthopedic spine surgeons are nationally recognized leaders, bringing expertise in the latest innovations and most advanced treatments in spine care.

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(224) 362-0598
Back Pain Relief

Comprehensive Back Pain Care in the North Shore Suburbs

Advanced Imaging

Every journey begins with an accurate diagnosis and a team committed to supporting you at every stage—so you can move forward with confidence.

Non-Surgical Care

For most patients, back pain can be effectively managed with conservative treatment as a first-line approach.

Pain Management

When pain persists, targeted pain management treatments may help reduce discomfort and improve your ability to move and function.

Surgical Expertise

When surgery is the right path, our spine surgeons are among the top-ranked in the nation*, delivering advanced care with proven outcomes.

Physical Therapy

Our physical therapists provide personalized rehabilitation designed to improve strength, mobility and function while helping you return to the activities you enjoy.

Meet Our Spine Specialists

Our team of spine specialists includes board-certified surgeons, pain management physicians, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals dedicated to providing comprehensive care for back pain.

Non-Operative Spine Care & Pain Management

Mehul H. Garala, MD

Mehul H. Garala, MD

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician with Fellowship Training in Spine and Sports Medicine

Locations:
Glenview
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Adam C. Young, MD

Adam C. Young, MD

Anesthesiologist and Interventional Pain Management Physician

Locations:
Morton Grove
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Craig S. Malk, MD

Craig S. Malk, MD

Double Board-certified Anesthesiologist with Fellowship Training in Pain Management

Locations:
Chicago – Park Ridge
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Kellie Gates, MD

Kellie Gates, MD

Anesthesiologist and Interventional Pain Management Physician

Locations:
Glenview

Wilmette
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Brian Clay, MD

Brian Clay, MD

Physiatrist with Fellowship Training in Anesthesia Pain Management

Locations:
Des Plaines
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Brooke Vanderby, MD

Brooke Vanderby, MD

Anesthesiologist and Pain Management Physician with Fellowship Training in Pain Management

Locations:
Glenview

Wilmette
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Surgical Spine Care

Andrea S. Kramer, MD

Andrea S. Kramer, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon with Fellowship Training in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Locations:
Des Plaines

Highland Park

Morton Grove
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Mark Mikhael, MD

Mark Mikhael, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon with Fellowship Training in Spine Surgery

Locations:
Glenview

Wilmette
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Jonathan Erulkar, MD

Jonathan Erulkar, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon with Fellowship Training in Spine Surgery

Locations:
Bannockburn
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Christopher J. Bergin, MD

Christopher J. Bergin, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon with Fellowship Training in Spine Surgery

Locations:
Chicago – Park Ridge

Des Plaines
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Michael Burton, MD

Michael Burton, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon with Fellowship Training in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Locations:
Chicago – Park Ridge

Des Plaines

Morton Grove

Wilmette
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Albert Knuth, MD

Albert Knuth, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon with Fellowship Training in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Locations:
Park Ridge
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Steven M. Mardjetko, MD

Steven M. Mardjetko, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon with Fellowship Training in Spinal Deformity and Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Locations:
Morton Grove
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Gary Shapiro, MD

Gary Shapiro, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon with Fellowship Training in Spine

Locations:
Des Plaines

Glenview
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Thomas Gleason, MD

Thomas Gleason, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon with Fellowship Training in Adult Spine Surgery

Locations:
Des Plaines

Morton Grove
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Conditions We Treat

Back and neck pain
Herniated discs
Spinal stenosis
Degenerative disc disease
Sciatica
Spondylolisthesis
Spinal fractures
Pediatric spinal conditions
Sports-related spine injuries
Other spinal conditions
Congenital spine conditions
Chronic lower back pain

The Right Care Starts With the Right Team.

You don't have to navigate back pain on your own. Our multidisciplinary spine team can help you understand what's causing your pain and determine the right next step for you.

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