Orthopaedics

Keith Michael, MD

Assistant Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery

Keith W. Michael, MD, is an orthopaedic spine surgeon specializing in the treatment of complex spinal disorders, including spinal stenosis, cervical myelopathy, scoliosis, and deformities requiring laminectomy and osteotomy procedures. He performs spinal surgery and minimally invasive surgery, focusing on lumbar spine fusions and related interventions, as evidenced by his involvement in a clinical trial comparing epidural versus IV analgesia in these procedures. Pract

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Orthopaedic Surgery (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)

Education & Training

Medical School: Harvard Medical School (MD, 2006)
Residency: Duke University Hospital (Orthopaedic Surgery, 2011)
Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals (Spine Surgery, 2012)

Years in Practice

20+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2026
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Spine Surgery

Conditions & Treatments

ScoliosisSpine SurgeryCervical Spine DisordersDegenerative Spine ConditionsLumbar Spine Disorders

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Emory University Hospital
Emory University Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital
Grady Memorial Hospital
Emory Healthcare

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Michael treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Michael accept Aetna insurance?

Keith Michael's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 5 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Michael practice?

Keith Michael practices in Atlanta, GA with hospital affiliations including Emory University Hospital, Emory University Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital, and Grady Memorial Hospital.

What does Dr. Michael specialize in?

Keith Michael is a board-certified orthopaedics specialist with focus areas in Spine Surgery.

How long has Dr. Michael been practicing?

Keith Michael has 20+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedics.

What is Dr. Michael's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Harvard Medical School (MD, 2006); Residency: Duke University Hospital (Orthopaedic Surgery, 2011); Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals (Spine Surgery, 2012).