Rakesh Patel, MD, MBA, FAOA

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Clinical Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
Clinical Professor of Neurosurgery
Medical Director of Supply Chain
Medical Director of Taubman Orthopaedic Surgery Clinic
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Rakesh Patel, MD, MBA, FAOA
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Clinical Professor
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    Dr. Rakesh Patel is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Division of Spine Surgery, with a cross appointment in the Department of Neurosurgery. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of California, Los Angeles, graduating Magna Cum Laude. In 2000, he earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine. Dr. Patel completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, where he was awarded the Aventis Orthopedic Scholarship NYU-HJD Senior Research Award. After his residency, he pursued a one-year Spine Fellowship at the University of Wisconsin and recently completed an Executive MBA program at the University of Michigan, Ross School of Business.

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    Qualifications
    • MBA
      University of Michigan Ross School of Business, Ann Arbor, United States
      2020 - 2022
    • MD
      NYU School of Medicine, 550 First Ave, New York, New York, 10016, United States
      1996 - 2000
    • BS, Biochemistry
      University of California - Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, United States
      1992 - 1996

    Research Overview

    Minimally invasive spine surgery
    Spine trauma
    Biomechanics of internal fixation of the spine

    Recent Publications

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    • Journal Article
      Navigation-assisted C1-ring osteosynthesis for an unstable atlas fracture: a case report
      Richey BP, Lele R, Park M, Patel RD, Aleem IS. Journal of Spine Surgery, 2026 Feb 15; 12 (2): DOI:10.21037/jss-25-174
    • Journal Article
      Development and evaluation of an external cephalic version simulation-based educational program
      Thiyagarajan D, Gauger M, Patel R, Quarshie T, Adanu EA, Kramer J, Sienko KH, Moyer CA, Stout M, Rooney DM, Oppong SA, Swarray-Deen A, Lawrence E. Ajog Global Reports, 2026 Feb 1; 6 (1): DOI:10.1016/j.xagr.2025.100577
    • Journal Article
      Preoperative teriparatide intervention is cost-effective for osteoporotic patients undergoing lumbar fusion: a break-even cost analysis
      Waheed M, Patel D, Anderson P, Patel RD, Aleem I. Spine Journal, 2025 Nov 1; 25 (11): 2475 - 2482. DOI:10.1016/j.spinee.2025.04.007
      PMID: 40194707
    • Proceeding / Abstract / Poster
      10-Year Analysis of Online Patient Experiences with SI Joint Fusion
      Hulse H, Mudassir K, Arhewoh R, Rotramel N, Aleem I, Patel R, Piche J. 2025 Sep 5;
    • Proceeding / Abstract / Poster
      Non-Tobacco Nicotine and Marijuana Impact Outcomes After Lumbar Fusion Surgery.
      Arhewoh R, Diab A, Diab O, Patel R, Aleem I, Piche J. 2025 Sep 5;
    • Proceeding / Abstract / Poster
      Non-Tobacco Nicotine and Marijuana Impact Outcomes After Lumbar Fusion Surgery. Clinical Orthopedic Society – Annual Meeting. Amelia Island, FL (September 2025)
      Arhewoh R, Mansfield K, Unadkat A, Schwartz E, Piche J, Aleem I, Patel K, Patel R. 2025 Sep 5;
    • Proceeding / Abstract / Poster
      Online Discussions Reveal Gaps in Spine Deformity Outcome Reporting
      Mudassir K, Hulse H, Arhewoh R, Rotramel N, Aleem I, Patel R, Piche J. 2025 Sep 5;
    • Proceeding / Abstract / Poster
      PROMIS Function and Pain Scores After Sacroilliac Joint Fusion
      Arhewoh R, Patel K, Mansfield K, Unadkat A, Schwartz E, Piche J, Aleem I, Patel R. 2025 Sep 5;

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