Paul Alvarez, MD
Physician, Assistant Professor
Orthopaedic Surgery
Make an appointment
614-293-2663
Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Diseases
- Spinal Cord Compression
- Spinal Care
- Orthopedic Procedures
- Kyphosis
Locations
- Outpatient Care Lewis Center
- University Hospital – Pavilion
- Spine Care
Academic information
Department: Orthopaedics
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I am an orthopedic surgeon specializing in spinal surgery, with particular interest in treating complex cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine conditions. I have extensive expertise in both direct and indirect compression techniques, performing minimally invasive lumbar and cervical decompression surgeries, and spinal fusion procedures. My practice also includes managing degenerative spinal disorders, spinal deformities and the effects of trauma.
My research is focused on implant selection, surgical decision-making, strategies to improve outcomes for patients with adjacent segment disease, and on leadership and medical education. I have written more than 25 articles published in peer-reviewed journals, and I am often invited to discuss spine surgery outcomes, surgical techniques and physician leadership at national conferences.
I completed my residency training at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, and I am excited to return and be a leader within the Department of Orthopaedics in The Ohio State University College of Medicine. I am deeply committed to academic medicine because I believe teaching, research and clinical care all intersect to drive better patient outcomes. My career in medicine has always been rooted in education and mentorship, and I am passionate about guiding the next generation of surgeons.
Conditions and expertise
- Back Pain
- Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
- Kyphosis
- Lumbar Vertebrae
- Orthopedic Procedures
- Scoliosis
- Spinal Care
- Spinal Cord Compression
- Spinal Curvatures
- Spinal Diseases
- Spinal Fractures
- Spinal Injuries
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Orthopedic Spine Surgery
- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
7/22/2024 - 7/31/2025 - Residency - Orthopaedic Surgery
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2019 - 6/30/2024 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- University Of North Carolina School Of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC
8/1/2015 - 5/1/2019
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 11/3/2025, Dr. Alvarez has reported no relationships with companies or entities.