Guest: Dr. Michael Bohl, Neurosurgeon, Carolina Neurosurgery & Spine
In this episode:
- Explain two key differences between an orthopedic spine surgeon and a neurosurgeon
- List three physical signs that may indicate a patient has a tethered spinal cord in the neonatal period
- Outline four steps to improve access to specialty care to disadvantaged populations
About Dr. Michael Bohl
As a board-certified neurosurgeon at Carolina NeuroSurgery & Spine Associates, Dr. Michael Bohl, provides adult and pediatric neurosurgical care. His clinical special interests include treating adult and pediatric scoliosis, degenerative spinal disorders, spinal malformations, spinal fusion, spinal tumors and spinal trauma. Dr. Bohl has a diverse educational background, including completing an orthopedic spinal deformity fellowship at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, WA, attending residency at Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix, AZ and graduating medical school at University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, MI. Dr. Bohl is also a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran. He served two combat deployments to Iraq and was involved in humanitarian aid missions in East Africa in the early 2000s. Dr. Bohl is married and has three children. He and his family enjoy living in the Carolinas and outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and exploring local parks! Outside of caring for patients, Dr. Bohl’s hobbies include woodworking, running, and spending time with his family.