Board-Certified Neurosurgical Care

Precision at the
Core of Motion

R. Blaine Rawson, MD, PC

Advanced neurosurgical spine care for patients across Northern Michigan and surrounding counties. Subspecialty expertise, individualized treatment, and an unwavering commitment to restoring quality of life.

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20+
Years Experience
MI
Board Certified
N. MI
Regional Leader
American Board of Clinical Neurological Surgery
Petoskey, MI — Serving Northern Michigan
Patient-Centered, Individualized Care
Dr. R. Blaine Rawson performing surgery
MD
Board Certified
About Dr. Rawson

A Surgeon of
Rare Distinction

Dr. R. Blaine Rawson brings subspecialty neurosurgical expertise to the heart of Northern Michigan. As the founder of Neurosurgical Spine Specialists in Petoskey, Dr. Rawson has dedicated his career to providing world-class spinal care to patients who previously had to travel far from home to find it.

His philosophy is simple: every patient deserves an accurate diagnosis, a thorough explanation of all treatment options, and a surgical plan — when needed — executed with precision and care.

Board Certified — American Board of Clinical Neurological Surgery
Advanced Training — Complex Spine Surgery
Serving — Petoskey, Traverse City, Cheboygan, Gaylord & surrounding Northern Michigan communities
Hospital Affiliations — Munson Otsego Memorial Hospital and Northern Michigan Surgical Suites
Clinical Expertise

Advanced Spine
Surgical Services

01
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
State-of-the-art techniques designed to reduce recovery time, minimize tissue disruption, and achieve superior outcomes through smaller incisions.
02
Cervical Spine Procedures
Expert surgical management of neck pain, cervical disc herniation, myelopathy, and instability — from anterior fusion to disc arthroplasty.
03
Lumbar & Thoracic Surgery
Comprehensive treatment of the lower and mid-back, including microdiscectomy, laminectomy, spinal fusion, and deformity correction.
04
Spinal Deformity Correction
Surgical correction of scoliosis, kyphosis, and other complex deformities — restoring alignment, function, and freedom from pain.
05
Spinal Cord & Nerve Decompression
Precision decompression procedures to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots — addressing weakness, numbness, and radiculopathy.
06
Complex Revision Surgery
Highly specialized care for patients with prior spinal surgery, hardware complications, or persistent symptoms requiring advanced reconstructive solutions.
Our Philosophy

Medicine with
Intention

1

Thorough Evaluation

Every patient begins with a comprehensive consultation — reviewing imaging, history, and symptoms in full before any path forward is discussed.

2

Conservative Care First

Surgery is recommended only when non-surgical options have been appropriately considered. We explore every avenue to restore your well-being.

3

Surgical Precision

When surgery is indicated, Dr. Rawson employs the most advanced techniques available — with an uncompromising standard of technical excellence.

4

Ongoing Partnership

Recovery is a journey we take together. Post-operative care, rehabilitation guidance, and long-term follow-up are integral to our commitment.

"Our mission is to bring exceptional neurosurgical spine care to Northern Michigan — so that patients never have to leave their community to receive the expertise they deserve."
— R. Blaine Rawson, MD
Service Area
Primary Office: 2390 Mitchell Park Dr, Suite B, Petoskey, MI 49770
Serving: Emmet, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Otsego, Antrim & surrounding counties
Hospitals: Munson Otsego Memorial Hospital & Northern Michigan Surgical Suites
Referrals accepted from throughout Michigan and beyond.
Conditions Treated

We Treat a Full Spectrum
of Spinal Conditions

Dr. Rawson evaluates and treats a comprehensive range of spinal disorders in adults, from common degenerative conditions to complex reconstructive challenges.

Herniated Disc (Cervical & Lumbar)
Spinal Stenosis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Spondylolisthesis
Cervical Myelopathy
Radiculopathy / Nerve Pain
Scoliosis & Spinal Deformity
Spinal Fractures & Trauma
Spinal Cord Compression
Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
Spinal Tumors
Peripheral Nerve Decompression
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release

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First Step?

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Appointment

Our team is here to help you schedule a consultation with Dr. Rawson. We welcome new patients, physician referrals, and second opinion requests.

Location
2390 Mitchell Park Dr, Suite B
Petoskey, MI 49770
Serving all of Northern Michigan
Phone
(231) 487-5837
Mon – Fri, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Fax
(231) 622-8771
Referral documents & records welcome

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