4.9
171 Ratings with 113 written Reviews

Christopher D. Sliva, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon with more than 20 years of experience treating complex cervical and lumbar spine conditions. A senior spine specialist at OrthoIllinois Spine Center, Dr. Sliva is recognized for his expertise in minimally invasive spinal surgery (MIS), advanced navigation-guided techniques, and his patient-centered approach to cervical and lumbar disorders.
Dr. Sliva specializes in minimally invasive TLIF, minimal access ALIF, minimally invasive lumbar and cervical decompression, cervical disc replacement, and other outpatient procedures performed in the ambulatory surgery center (ASC) setting. He utilizes state-of-the-art technology, including StealthStation navigation, O-arm intraoperative imaging, and nano-surface implants, to improve precision, reduce tissue disruption, and accelerate healing and recovery.
His practice also includes deformity correction, complex spine revision surgery, and comprehensive care for workers’ …compensation and occupational spine injuries.
Dr. Sliva emphasizes a conservative-first approach anchored in precise diagnosis, patient education, and shared decision-making. Surgery is recommended only when necessary—typically after non-operative treatments have failed or when nerve/spinal cord compression requires timely intervention.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, Dr. Sliva invites you to call today!
Dr. Sliva has been a staple in our community for helping patients in need of back surgery. He is extremely compassionate and he takes his time to explain everything. I have personally worked alongside him in my earlier Nursing years and I’ve never seen anything but excellence from him.
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