About Me
I’m a neurosurgeon specializing in the treatment of adult spinal deformity and complex reconstructive spine surgery. 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.
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.
Highlights
- Published in more than 28 peer-reviewed journals
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Sprains and Strains
- Intervertebral Disc
- Discitis
- Intervertebral Disc Displacement
- Kyphosis
- Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
- Spinal Curvatures
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Spinal Fractures
- Spinal Injuries
- Scoliosis
- Spinal Cord Compression
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
- Back Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Vertebrae
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Diseases
Locations Where I Practice
300 West 10th Avenue
Columbus, OH 43210
543 Taylor Avenue
Columbus, OH 43203
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location. Please call the “Schedule an appointment” number shown above for scheduling assistance.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
University of Nebraska, Omaha, NE
MD
8/22/2005 - 5/1/2009
Internship
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA
7/1/2009 - 6/30/2010
Residency
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA
7/1/2010 - 6/30/2015
Research Fellowship
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA
7/1/2015 - 6/30/2016
Fellowship
Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL
1/1/2016 - 6/30/2016
Academic Information
My Department
Neurological Surgery
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
158 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.4 out of 5
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Explains Things Clearly
4.5 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.6 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.5 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
3.8 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.5 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.5 out of 5
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 11/21/2019, Dr. 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.
Unable to help my condition. I am just very disappointed.
Dr. Viljoen was very informative and patient with answering questions and concerns that I had.
good
the doctor seemed to have not looked at my recent MRI results and did not look at the issues shown in the mri, just what he saw in an xray. I had not even finished filling out my paperwork before he came in to talk to me.
Informative Professional
Explained what was going to happen and what to expect. Give me a chance to talk about my expectations. If I need more work done (which I pray I don't) would feel comfortable with everyone involved. Thank-you.
Very good.
Took time to clearly explain the problem and course of action for treatment
The doctor was very attentive, courteous, and listened.
I feel that the Dr didn't listen to anything I said and was telling me that I was having symptoms I wasn't and ignored the once I do have