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Dennis Maiman, MD, PhD

Dennis Maiman, MD, PhD

Professor Emeritus

Education

PhD, Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI, 1986
Fellowship, Spinal Surgery, Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center, Milwaukee, WI, 1982-1984)
Residency, Neurological Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals, Milwaukee, WI, 1978-1982
MD, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, 1977

Biography

Throughout his career, Dr. Maiman specialized in the management of complex spine disorders, integrating his extensive research experience into his clinical practice. Dr. Maiman was involved in the creation of the SpineCare Clinic, the Spinal Cord Injury Center, and the fellowship in spinal surgery. All three programs are nationally recognized. He emphasized the importance of patient participation in their care, with a strong educational focus.

Dr. Maiman had a consultation practice at SpineCare, and saw patients and operated at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center. He was extensively involved in research in spine biomechanics, spinal trauma, and spinal cord injury. He was Chair of Neurosurgery from 2009-2015, stepping down to allow a research focus.

Dr. Maiman earned his Medical Degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin and his Doctorate of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering from Marquette University. His PhD dissertation was titled “The Biomechanics of Spinal Injuries Produced by Vertical Compression.” Dr. Maiman’s Surgical Internship was at the Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals, as was his Residency in Neurological Surgery. He completed his Fellowship in Spinal Cord Injury at the Zablocki VA.

Dr. Maiman has been an active member of many professional organizations and served on various committees. He is a member of many national professional organizations, including The American Association of Neurological Surgeons, AANS/CNS Joint Section on Spinal Disorders, AANS/CNS Joint Section on Neurotrauma and Critical Care, American Medical Association, Cervical Spine Research society, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, and the North American Spine Society.

Together with Dr. Sanford Larson, he co-authored a book titled Surgery of the Lumbar Spine. Dr. Maiman has contributed to published research on spine issues, as well as numerous chapters in medical books, peer-reviewed journals, abstracts, and invited papers.

Research Interests

Spine biomechanics and spinal cord injury

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