Other Locations: St. Louis

Specialty 1: Spinal Medicine

Specialty 2: Orthopedic Surgery

Keywords/Search Terms: Dr. Benjamin Crane, MD, is an orthopedic spine surgeon with 17 years of experience, specializing in neck and back disorders, injuries, and spine surgeries. He performs Missouri and Illinois IMEs and maintains a thriving practice treating and operating. Skilled in workers' compensation cases and civil litigation, Dr. Crane delivers clear, definitive reports with in-house quality assurance. His expert opinions and testimony make him a trusted resource for complex spine-related legal case

Medical School: Rush University, Chicago, IL

License(s): MO, IL

Years in Practice: 17

• 17 years performing IMEs
• 800 IMEs performed
• Deposed/Testified 400 times

Additional Information

Dr. Benjamin Crane, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon with over 17 years of experience. He specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of spine and neck disorders, including cervical myelopathy, radiculopathy, lumbar stenosis, trauma, osteoporotic fractures, and spinal infections. Dr. Crane is an expert in advanced surgical techniques such as minimally invasive spine surgery, total disc arthroplasty, anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, and computer-navigated instrumentation. He has extensive experience performing Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) and personal impairment ratings in Missouri and Illinois, making him a sought-after expert in workers' compensation and civil cases. Dr. Crane is adept at providing detailed and definitive medical-legal reports, supported by a rigorous in-house quality assurance process to ensure accuracy and thoroughness. His ability to articulate clear medical opinions and provide expert testimony has made him a trusted resource for attorneys, insurers, and case managers. Dr. Crane's credentials include a fellowship at the prestigious Leatherman Spine Institute, a residency in orthopedic surgery at Rush University Medical Center, and certification by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, valid through 2030. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the North American Spine Society, and the Missouri State Medical Association. In addition to his clinical and legal work, Dr. Crane has contributed to research, publishing on topics such as lumbar disc space measurement and presenting at international conferences. He has also held leadership roles, including serving as Chairman of the Spine Care Review Committee at Mercy South. Dr. Crane remains dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care while supporting the medical-legal community with his expertise.