Appointments: (801) 261-7479

Board Certified, Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Salt Lake City

Dr. Jakub Sikora is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in the comprehensive treatment of neck and back conditions, from nonoperative care to advanced minimally invasive and reconstructive spine surgery.

After completing orthopedic surgery residency at UC San Diego, Dr. Sikora completed advanced fellowship training in spine surgery at the Texas Back Institute, one of the nation's leading centers for spine care, research, and education.

His practice focuses on providing patients with an individualized treatment plan based on their symptoms, physical examination, imaging, activity level, and goals. When surgery is appropriate, he utilizes advanced techniques including minimally invasive spine surgery, endoscopic surgery, artificial disc replacement, and computer-assisted/robotic navigation when appropriate.

A Spine Surgeon for the Full Spectrum of Spine Care

• Lumbar disc herniation and sciatica

• Cervical disc herniation

• Cervical myelopathy

• Lumbar spinal stenosis

• Spondylolisthesis

• Degenerative disc disease

• Cervical radiculopathy

• Lumbar radiculopathy

• Spinal deformity

• Failed prior spine surgery

Surgical Expertise

• Cervical disc replacement

• ACDF

• Lumbar disc replacement

• TLIF

• ALIF

• XLIF/LLIF

• Minimally invasive spine surgery

• Microdiscectomy

• Decompression

• Revision spine surgery

Focused on the Right Treatment—Not Simply Surgery

Not every patient with a spine problem needs an operation.

Dr. Sikora believes the best spine care begins with an accurate diagnosis and a thoughtful discussion of treatment options. When nonoperative treatment is appropriate, he helps patients pursue those options. When surgery is indicated, he focuses on selecting the procedure that appropriately addresses the underlying pathology while minimizing unnecessary disruption to the patient's normal anatomy.

Why Physicians Refer to Dr. Sikora

Dr. Sikora has cared for patients ranging from laborers and grandparents to professional athletes, Olympians, and U.S. Navy SEALs. His experience in Level-1 trauma centers and specialized spine practices has provided him with experience treating both routine and complex spinal conditions.

For referring providers, his goal is straightforward: provide an expert spine evaluation, clearly communicate the diagnosis and treatment recommendations, and help each patient receive the appropriate level of care.

Advanced Training. Evidence-Based Care. Personalized Treatment.

Dr. Sikora has authored book chapters and research publications and has presented his work at national conferences. His clinical interests include motion-preserving technologies, minimally invasive spine surgery, endoscopic techniques, and advanced surgical navigation.

Appointments: (801) 261-7479