Stephanus Viljoen, MD
Physician, Associate Professor
Neurological Surgery
Make an appointment
614-293-8714
Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- Spinal Diseases
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Vertebrae
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
Locations
- Outpatient Care Upper Arlington
- University Hospital – Pavilion
- Neurosurgery in Outpatient Care Dublin
Academics and research
Department: Neurological Surgery
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I’m a neurosurgeon specializing in the treatment of adult spinal deformity and complex reconstructive spine surgery.
What I enjoy most about The Ohio State University is the academic setting. I can be involved in resident education and research while providing my patients with quality care. The resources and medical experts on staff at The Ohio State University allow me to conduct meaningful research and provide better treatment options to my patients.
Conditions and expertise
- Back Pain
- Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
- Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
- Kyphosis
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Vertebrae
- Scoliosis
- Spinal Care
- Spinal Cord Compression
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Spinal Curvatures
- Spinal Diseases
- Spinal Fractures
- Spinal Injuries
- Spinal Stenosis
- Sprains and Strains
Locations
Neurosurgery
in Outpatient Care Dublin
6700 University Boulevard
5th Floor, Suite 2A
Dublin, OH 43016
5th Floor, Suite 2A
Dublin, OH 43016
614-293-8714
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Neurosurgery - Spine
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL, United States
1/1/2016 - 6/30/2016 - Fellowship - Neurological Surgery
- University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City, IA, United States
7/1/2015 - 6/30/2016 - Residency - Neurological Surgery
- University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City, IA, United States
7/1/2010 - 6/30/2015 - Internship - Neurological Surgery
- University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City, IA, United States
7/1/2009 - 6/30/2010 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE
8/22/2005 - 5/1/2009
Certification
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American Board of Neurological Surgery
10/30/2020
Academics and research
I also serve as an assistant professor of neurosurgery at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. I received my medical degree from the University of Nebraska. In addition, I completed an internship and a neurosurgical residency at the University of Iowa and a fellowship in adult spinal deformity from Northwestern University.
My research focuses on spinal biomechanics, clinical outcomes research and device development, and I have three U.S. patents. I’m also a member of The Ohio State Neurological Society and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons.
Research interests
- Spinal Biomechanics
- Sub-investigator for PACIRA Phase 1 Study
Awards and honors
- Published in more than 28 peer-reviewed journals
Academic information
- Department:
- Neurological Surgery
- Division:
- Neurological Surgery
Leadership titles
- Medical Director of the Comprehensive Spine Program
More about my research
Ratings and reviews
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Consulting and Related Relationships
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As of 11/3/2025 Stephanus Viljoen has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
- Medtronic