Dr. Stefano Sinicropi

Dr. Stefano Sinicropi Dr. Sinicropi is an expert spine surgeon treating Minnesotans with spinal injuries & conditions.

Dr. Stefano Sinicropi is a Board Certified Expert in spinal surgery, who is trained in both Orthopedic and Neurosurgical techniques. He dedicates his practice to getting his patients back to a pain-free life. After evaluating patients through his proprietary Diagnosis and Treatment Algorithm, patients will be given a specific treatment plan outline. Some patients will be or become candidates to undergo minimally invasive spine surgery, total disc replacement, or complex spinal fusion. Dr. Sinicropi attended the prestigious Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons Medical School and then completed a combined Research/Clinical Residency at Columbia University’s Presbyterian Hospital. Following residency he sub-specialized in Spinal Surgery through successful completion of the Kenton D. Leatherman Spinal Fellowship at the University of Louisville, where he trained with some of the most well respected Neurosurgeons and Orthopedic spinal surgeons in the United States. Dr. Sinicropi has one of the largest and most successful practices in Minnesota because of his reputation of giving the patient REAL ANSWERS to even the most diagnostically challenging patients. Patients who are told that they need spinal surgery often travel to see Dr. Sinicropi to see if there is another potentially less invasive option for them. Patients who have been told “there is nothing we can do” having sometimes endured years of treatments and incorrect diagnosis, are often relieved to hear that there is a solution to their condition.

What To Know About Pain After Back Surgery
11/11/2025

What To Know About Pain After Back Surgery

If you need to undergo a spinal procedure, you probably expect to experience some discomfort and even some pain during the healing process. Pain is a necessary reality during your post-op recovery period, but why does it develop, and when does it suggest you should reach back out to your doctor? In....

Back Pain – Seek Out Long-Term Relief Over Quick Fixes
11/10/2025

Back Pain – Seek Out Long-Term Relief Over Quick Fixes

When it comes to treating your back pain, it’s wise to view the situation as a marathon, not a sprint. We understand that you want to treat the problem quickly, but oftentimes quick fixes only address the symptoms of a problem, not the root cause. Throwing your efforts behind these passive and sur...

Breaking Down 5 Causes Of Scoliosis
11/06/2025

Breaking Down 5 Causes Of Scoliosis

Scoliosis occurs when the spine develops an abnormal lateral curve. Instead of being rather straight up and down, a scoliosis deformity causes the spine to take on more of an “S” or “C” shape when viewed from behind. It’s a condition that commonly affects children experiencing rapid period...

Managing Appetite Loss After Spine Surgery
11/04/2025

Managing Appetite Loss After Spine Surgery

Spine surgery affects people in all different ways, and while much of the focus during your recovery will be on your physical and mental health, one aspect of your recovery that can be overlooked is how the surgery impacts your appetite. It’s quite common for patients to notice an appetite reducti...

Why Sciatica Is Worse In The Morning
11/03/2025

Why Sciatica Is Worse In The Morning

We all want to wake up feeling refreshed and recharged following a good night’s sleep, but oftentimes morning time is when discomfort is at its worst for patients battling sciatic nerve pain. Radiating nerve pain or pulsing lower back discomfort is no way to start the day, but morning is a common ...

3 Common Types Of Spinal Infections
10/30/2025

3 Common Types Of Spinal Infections

A spinal infection is a rare condition that develops when bacteria, fungi or viruses make their way into the spinal column. In most instances, spinal infections are classified further based on the specific location where the infection develops. Below, we take a closer look at the three most common c...

What Can Happen If You Ignore Back Pain For Too Long?
10/28/2025

What Can Happen If You Ignore Back Pain For Too Long?

There are some things in life that you should never ignore, and back pain is one of them. We’re not saying that you should book an appointment with a spine specialist every time your back starts to hurt, but consciously ignoring proactive treatment can lead to a host of additional issues. But what...

6 Simple Ways You Can Strengthen Your Spine At Home
10/27/2025

6 Simple Ways You Can Strengthen Your Spine At Home

A well-built house has a strong foundation, and a healthy body starts with a strong spine. We put a lot of stress on our spine during our daily life, and if it can’t adequately handle this strain, injuries and other painful back issues can develop. It’s wise to target your spinal muscles with sp...

Treating Spinal Compression Fractures
10/24/2025

Treating Spinal Compression Fractures

A pretty mild spinal compression fracture can turn into a major problem if you don’t help the healing process along, which is why you want to talk with a spine specialist about the best way to treat your specific compression fracture. Although their advice is best, some common treatment options in...

Walking Vs. Yoga – Which Is Better For Back Pain?
10/22/2025

Walking Vs. Yoga – Which Is Better For Back Pain?

When it comes to pursuing low impact exercise, walking and yoga are two of the most common activities that people pursue. Both activities can also be extremely beneficial for patients working to overcome a mild to moderate spinal issue. But is one intervention better than the other? In today’s blo...

Therapeutic Cannabis Showing Promise For Back Pain Sufferers
10/20/2025

Therapeutic Cannabis Showing Promise For Back Pain Sufferers

An experimental medication derived from ma*****na has proved promising in alleviating symptoms in patients dealing with back pain. The 800-person study examined the effectiveness of a drug called Epidiolex, which is a new cannabis formula that contains THC, the active ingredient in ma*****na that ge...

Managing Intractable Back Pain
10/17/2025

Managing Intractable Back Pain

There’s no perfect playbook for managing intractable back pain. In fact, oftentimes the typical playbook needs to be thrown out, because you’ve already tried some standard treatments with little to no success. Here’s how we work to uncover the best path forward for patients with intractable ba...

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Expert Spine Surgeon

Dr. Stefano Sinicropi is a Board Certified Expert in spinal surgery, who is trained in both Orthopedic and Neurosurgical techniques. He dedicates his practice to getting his patients back to a pain-free life. After evaluating patients through his proprietary Diagnosis and Treatment Algorithm, patients will be given a specific treatment plan outline. Some patients will be or become candidates to undergo minimally invasive spine surgery, total disc replacement, or complex spinal fusion. Dr. Sinicropi attended the prestigious Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons Medical School and then completed a combined Research/Clinical Residency at Columbia University’s Presbyterian Hospital. Following residency he sub-specialized in Spinal Surgery through successful completion of the Kenton D. Leatherman Spinal Fellowship at the University of Louisville, where he trained with some of the most well respected Neurosurgeons and Orthopedic spinal surgeons in the United States. Dr. Sinicropi has one of the largest and most successful practices in Minnesota because of his reputation of giving the patient REAL ANSWERS to even the most diagnostically challenging patients. Patients who are told that they need spinal surgery often travel to see Dr. Sinicropi to see if there is another potentially less invasive option for them. Patients who have been told “there is nothing we can do” having sometimes endured years of treatments and incorrect diagnosis, are often relieved to hear that there is a solution to their condition.