Orthopaedics
David Polly, MD
Professor and Chief of Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery; James W. Ogilvie Chair
Dr. David W. Polly Jr., MD, is Professor and Chief of Spine Surgery in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Minnesota, where he holds the James W. Ogilvie Chair and serves as an Adjunct Professor in Neurosurgery. He specializes in complex spinal conditions, treating both pediatric and adult patients with scoliosis, spine deformities, spondylitis, spinal tumors, degenerative spinal disease, and post-traumatic spinal deformity. His expertise encompasses spinal surgery for the
23+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery
Education & Training
- Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences — M.D., 2003
- University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals — Fellowship, Spine Surgery, 1991-1992
- Walter Reed Army Medical Center — Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1987-1991
- Walter Reed Army Medical Center — Internship
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2007-2026 (20 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center
Languages
English
Experience
23+ years in practice