Dr, RUBEN TORREALBA, MD is a BOARD CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON
Dr. Torrealba specializes in the treatment of all types of simple and complex spinal disorders, ranging from simple backaches to spondylolisthesis, herniated and bulging discs, spinal stenosis, fractures and degenerative disorders of the spine. He has extensive training in minimally invasive surgery.
He earned his medical degree magna cum laude from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, where he was honored for outstanding academic achievements. He went on to complete his residency in orthopaedics at the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and was chosen as Resident of the Year in 2012.
Dr. Torrealba completed a fellowship in spine surgery and treatment at Twin Cities Spine Center in Minneapolis, MN, where he studied the latest minimally invasive spine surgery techniques. One of the largest spine centers in the world, Twin Cities Spine Center was founded by John H. Moe, MD, a pioneer in spine and scoliosis research and treatment who helped develop one of the world’s first dedicated inpatient hospital spine units and whose work resulted in the development of the first comprehensive textbook on spinal deformities.
Dr. Torrealba joined Spine & Scoliosis Specialists in November 2013. A skilled surgeon who enjoys caring for patients, Dr. Torrealba speaks both English and Spanish fluently.
SPINE & SCOLIOSIS SPECIALISTS
Advanced Treatment & Surgery
Comprehensive, multidisciplinary spine care
As a comprehensive, multidisciplinary center, we offer complete care of the spine, including both nonsurgical and surgical treatments. Our full-service office is designed to meet all of our patients’ needs conveniently in one place. Diagnostic tests, such as nerve studies and imaging studies, pain-relieving injections and physical therapy are all provided on-site at our office.
Our focus on patients
We know that spinal problems can be overwhelming for patients. Our physicians are skilled specialists, but they’re also amazing listeners. They take time to talk with patients about their concerns, spend time answering questions and ensure that patients thoroughly understand their treatment plan and, if surgery is indicated, the procedure they will undergo.
We are able to treat 90 percent of our patients without surgery.