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Stephen Shelby Burks, Jr

Stephen Shelby Burks, Jr, MD

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Edades de los pacientes

  • Adolescents (ages 12-18)
  • Young Adults (ages 19-26)
  • Adultos
  • Geriatrics (ages 70+)

Idiomas

  • Inglés
  • Español

Acerca de Stephen Shelby Burks, Jr

Intereses de investigación

  • Robotic, navigated, and minimally invasive spine surgery techniques.
  • Central and peripheral pain syndromes.
  • Severe peripheral nerve injury in both clinical and pre-clinical settings.
  • Mechanisms to reduce both peri-operative surgical pain and surgical morbidity.

Perfil de investigación

Dr. Stephen Shelby Burks is a physician-scientist who completed training at the University of Miami and Jackson Memorial Hospital in Neurological Surgery. He graduated from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine with honors distinction in 2014. Since undergraduate studies, he has contributed to the field of neurotrauma. In 2008, he began work in traumatic brain injury under Dr. Linda Papa, in emergency medicine leading to several highly cited publications on biomarkers for the early detection of injury.
Dr. Burks begun investigating peripheral nerve injury under the guidance of Dr. Allan Levi at the University of Miami. He has contributed to multiple clinical reports specifically on sciatic nerve injury. Working in collaboration with The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis, he has been heavily involved in transplantation of Schwann cells into human peripheral nerve injury; the first reported.
In parallel to clinical research Dr. Burks has led a laboratory effort investigating supplementation of large peripheral nerve injuries. He has received funding from the American Association of Neurological Surgery and the National Institute of Health to study variable repair strategies in sciatic nerve injury and this work is underway.

Biografía

Dr. Burks grew up in Orlando, FL. He obtained his liberal arts degree at Rollins College with magna cum laude distinction, subsequently completing medical school at the University of Miami with Alpha Omega Alpha distinction. He completed Neurosurgical residency at the University of Miami Jackson Memorial Hospital. At UM he obtained CAST accredited fellowship training in complex and minimally invasive spine surgery and peripheral nerve surgery. He maintains an active lifestyle playing tennis and basketball. He enjoys reading both fiction and non-fiction.

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Ubicaciones

    Educación y entrenamiento

    Educación

    • Residency: UM-JMH Department of Neurological Surgery Residency Program, Neurological Surgery, 2021
    • Fellowship: University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Neurological Surgery, 2019
    • Medical School: University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, 2014

    Board Certifications

    • Neurological Surgery: American Board of Neurological Surgery

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    Calificaciones y opiniones

    4.8 de 5

    381 ratings, 68 opinións

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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/22/2026

      Excellent experience at my follow up vet. Visit.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/20/2026

      Muchas Gracias!!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/18/2026

      No complaints only positive feedback

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/6/2026

      Great experience!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/30/2026

      Everytime that I see Dr Burks is a pleasure. I've never been frustrated by his treatment. He listens.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/28/2026

      Thank you!

      3 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/15/2026

      The only reason I go there is for Dr Burks

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/12/2026

      Great experience.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/9/2026

      Much love

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/19/2025

      Very good service and wonderful surgical results!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/12/2025

      The experience is good and pleasant.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/26/2025

      The doctor answered all of my concerms.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/5/2025

      Exelente

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/30/2025

      Very receptive and understanding

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/29/2025

      Dr. Burks is a doctor who truly cares about his patients. I am very grateful to have him as my doctor. The entire team and environment here are very welcoming and professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/15/2025

      Dr. Burks is the best!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/10/2025

      This provider has performed surgeries on me with fantastic results. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs help.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/8/2025

      Compassionate, knowledgeable, friendly, trustworthy. On a scale of 1-10 he gets a 20

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/4/2025

      Dr Burks is very helpful and courteous. He really listens and helps.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/3/2025

      Excellent doctor

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/2/2025

      The assitant was so detailed in reviewing my history too

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/1/2025

      Dr. Burks is very professional and well expert in his field, he is a gentleman and very curious relate to his patients I highly recommend to anyone who need his services. God bless him forever.Amen

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/6/2025

      Caring and knowledgeable

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/23/2025

      Excellent staff

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/22/2025

      Excellent experience considering what I am currently dealing with!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/20/2025

      Absolutely perfect in every respect. I continue to be treated with professionalism and courtesy.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/2/2025

      Dr. Burks is one of the best doctors in the country. No doubt about it.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/1/2025

      All good

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/25/2025

      Everything war on time

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/25/2025

      Very good and trusting Dr.; totally recommend Dr. Burks!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/25/2025

      I cannot thank Dr [ ], Dr [ ], Dr. Burks and Dr. [ ] for their professionalism and kindness that they showed me on all of my visits. I feel well taken care of and trust them very much.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/23/2025

      Dr Stephen Burks takes his time and has been extremely patient with my care. I trust his decisions with my lumbar issues. I can’t say enough good things about Dr Burks and would highly recommend him to anyone with spine issues.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/18/2025

      Excellent professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/14/2025

      Dr Burks is excellent. His care and concern goes above and beyond.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/7/2025

      EXCELENTE ATENCIÓN.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/7/2025

      Experienced, knowledgeable and caring. The best spine care surgeon.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/6/2025

      Method of forwardingMRI AND TEPORTS is poor. Should be able to forward docs via the internet. Your signage and directions within the garage and into same is very poor. Very patient unfriendly.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/30/2025

      The staff and Dr go above and beyond. The care is amazing and is the reason we drive 3 hours to see Dr burks and his team. Thank you!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/22/2025

      Dr. Burks and his staff are exceptiona

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/19/2025

      I had a Wonderful experience. I thank Dr. Burks, his team members and the staff for their professionalism, knowledge and compassion.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/24/2025

      Loved Dr Burks

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/20/2025

      Excellent service

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/15/2025

      I have the best judgment of Dr. Stephen Burks, he is an excellent professional, very human, with a treatment that makes one feel comfortable when talking because he explains every detail with words that you can understand what it is about, I recommend him without any doubt to be wrong because he is an excellent professional who is seen to be born for his profession, Thank you doctor and assistant who are also exemplary and wonderful.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/13/2025

      Dr Burks is the best! He answered my initial email in less than 12 hours and treated my issue with the urgency I needed.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/12/2025

      Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/11/2025

      Dr. Burks was great and easy to deal with.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/23/2025

      The Doctor has always been wonderful and exceptional, always very kind and I understand and understand everything he explains to me because he does it with great affection

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/17/2025

      Excellent experience! Dr. Burks answered my questions, and provided through explanation about my surgery. He's . Knowledgeable, professional and compassionate.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/16/2024

      I share my experience with many people

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/14/2024

      Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/14/2024

      Wonderful experience, learned a lot.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/7/2024

      Everything was excellent with the Doctor and his team, The doctor explained to me clearly.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/23/2024

      Dr Burks was very compassionate and showed genuine concern about diagnosing my back, took the time to answer all my questions, looked at other options besides surgery and I found him extremely knowledgeable and feel I found an excellent surgeon.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/11/2024

      Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/2/2024

      Very good

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/14/2024

      Absolutamente I will recommend this care

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/8/2024

      Dr. Burks was very kind, and professional at explaining my diagnosis to me.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/8/2024

      I already have 'bragged' about the experience.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/23/2024

      Dr. Burks is an amazing Dr. He also seems to be an excellent teacher. He was explaining to them my issues and he seemed to love teaching them. I was pleased to see him so interested.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/9/2024

      It is a very good experience, the doctor is excellent, thank you

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/1/2024

      Very good service

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/26/2024

      AMAZING DR THAT ACTUALLY CARES ABOUT HIS PATIENT.NEVER ALOOF AND VERYHUMAN.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/17/2024

      The attention of the Doctor was excellent. Very prepared and safe.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/27/2024

      Very professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/27/2024

      Excellent, I have already recommended relatives.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/22/2024

      Already recommend this physician at every opportunity

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/1/2024

      Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/15/2024

      Everything was explained to me in great detail