Laser Spine Institute Doctors
James St. Louis, D.O.
Founder of Laser Spine Institute and
Chief Spine Surgeon
2005 and 2008 Physician of the Year
“As a testament to the credibility and reputation of LSI and its surgeons, our founding surgeon, Dr. James St. Louis received news that the Governor of Florida appointed him to the coveted and illustrious post as a member of the Board of Osteopathic Medicine. This board is the ethical and professional standard setting agency in the state. On behalf of our patients and all LSI employees we want to congratulate Dr. St. Louis for this outstanding achievement.”
- Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery
- Member of the FL Board of Osteopathic Medicine
- 2005 and 2008 Physician of the Year - American Association of Physician Specialists
- Meritorious Service Award - United States Army
The name Dr. James St. Louis has become synonymous with spine surgery innovation. A Native of Niagara, Wisconsin, Dr. St. Louis completed his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Wisconsin La Crosse, where he also played football and competed in track and field events. An astute student and a talented athlete, Dr. St. Louis graduated with the distinction of Sigma Zeta honors. Subsequently, Dr. St. Louis completed his Master of Science degree at said institution. While attending medical school at the University of Health Sciences in Kansas City, MO., Dr. St. Louis devoted his service to the Medical Service Corp of the United States Army and later completed his internship and post-graduate training at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas and Eisenhower Medical Center in Fort Gordon, Georgia, respectively. After completing medical school, Dr. St. Louis fulfilled his first orthopedic residency requirement at the U.S. Army in Fort Lewis, WA from 1988 to 1992, followed by a second from 1994 to 1995 at Kennedy Medical Center in Cherry Hill, NJ.
Dr. St. Louis then launched what has become a distinguished career as an Orthopedic Surgeon. During his tenure, Dr. St. Louis developed and owned the Pensacola Clinic Bone and Joint Center, as well as the Alabama Clinic Bone and Joint Center. Dr. St. Louis has been able to garner extensive experience throughout this prolific career. Prior to his venture into private practice, he also served as Medical Director of Health South in Pensacola, Florida and was the Chief of Surgery at Woodlawn Medical Center in Cullman, Alabama. Over the span of 4 years at Brooke Army Medical Center, Dr. St. Louis was appointed Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation and Research and Coordinator of the National Lopressor Intervention Trial.
Dr. St. Louis's military service solidified his core values and further propelled him in his pursuit of excellence. This unyielding pursuit is evident in his perpetual dedication to his field. Equipped with a wealth of experience, and committed to medical innovation, Dr. St. Louis directed his attention to further developing and enhancing the technique of minimally invasive spine surgery. Being a former athlete, Dr. St. Louis had a direct understanding of the challenges that back and neck pain and traditional corrective procedures posed to athletes, as well as individuals with active lifestyles. In light of the demand for an alternative to traditional invasive procedures, Dr. St. Louis founded the world renowned Laser Spine Institute in Tampa, Florida.
Dr. St. Louis's work ethic has been noted by his peers and his outstanding accomplishments are evidence of this recognition. Among his many professional accomplishments, is the publication of an article entitled 'Exercise Prescription for Cardiac Patients', as well as research and presentations on the diagnosis and treatment of spine disease. In more recent times, Dr. St. Louis has been the 2005 and 2008 recipient of the prestigious Physician of the Year Award from the American Association of Physician Specialists. In addition, he was appointed to the Board of Osteopathic Medicine by the Florida Governor. Dr. St. Louis will serve from November 1, 2008 to October 31, 2012.
Despite his commitment to his professional life, Dr. St. Louis aims at creating a balance. Whenever he is not performing surgeries, conducting research, or educating his peers, Dr. St. Louis fulfills his passion for sports and spends quality time with his wonderful family. He and his wife Jill are proud parents of six children, Jessica, Jimmy, Jacqueline, Jonathan, Jackson and Justin.
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LSI's award winning spine surgeons and medical staff can help put an end to your back and neck pain.
Surgeons
Dr. James St. Louis
Dr. Michael Weiss
Dr. Vernon Morris
Dr. Kevin Scott
Dr. Zoltan Bereczki
Dr. Stefan Prada
Dr. Timothy Luke
Dr. Mark Flood
Anesthesiologists
Dr. Glenn Hamburg
Dr. Peter Horowitz
Dr. Erik Benton
Dr. Dunganh Ung
Dr. Adriana Caldeira
Physicians
Dr. Michael Perry
Dr. Robert Gruber
Dr. Walter Wheelhouse
Dr. Richard Richley
Dr. Monica Vargas
Dr. Craig Burns
Dr. John Spallino
Contact us to get your Informational Kit. Get a free phone consultation or request a free MRI review. Have your MRI or CT Scan reviewed by one of our physicians for FREE.