PARAMJIT SINGH, M.D.

ABOUT DR. SINGH

Paramjit Singh, MD is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon. He has a keen interest in treating spinal deformity, degenerative conditions of the spine, extradural spinal tumors, and trauma. He also has an interest in motion preservation surgery using cervical disc replacements and cervical laminoplasty procedures for stenosis. The approach to surgery is dependent on the specific problem being addressed. Dr. Singh treats a variety of spinal disorders using both open and minimally invasive techniques. When possible and appropriate, minimally invasive techniques generally allow for faster recovery and decreased pain.

Dr. Singh's approach to patient care hinges on mutual respect and shared decision making. A complete and open discussion regarding diagnoses, treatment options, alternatives, and risks is vital to that process. He believes the patient, their family, and the physician should feel comfortable and respected in all interactions.

Dr. Singh received his fellowship training at the University of California, San Francisco, where he received comprehensive training on all aspects of spine pathology. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency and internship at the University of Southern California. Dr. Singh earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine, where he graduated cum laude. He obtained his bachelor’s degree from University of California, Davis.

Dr. Singh values the implementation of advanced and cutting edge technologies in the treatment of spinal disorders. He remains active in the medical community by assisting in medical research in topics such as lumbar spine fusion and predictive modeling for clinical outcomes and cost-effectiveness of surgery for lumbar degenerative pathologies. He is a member of the North American Spine Society, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and the Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery.