Summary

Dr. LOUIS C. SAEGER, MD is DOUBLE BOARD CERTIFIED in ANESTHESIOLOGY & PAIN MEDICINEDr. Lou Saeger earned his MD degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, and entered private practice in 1986, after completing his residency in Anesthesiology with the University of Washington, and a two-year NIH fellowship in Pain Research with the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle. He is Board-Certified in both Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine and is a World Institute of Pain Fellow in Interventional Pain Practice.Since the early 1990s, Dr. Saeger’s practice has focused on the diagnosis and treatment of spine-related pain. After moving to the Twin Cities area in 2003, he established the Interventional Division of Midwest Spine Institute, and has collaborated with Dr. Glenn Buttermann on studies of spinal biomechanics in an animal model for testing an artificial disc prototype, and more recently was a co-investigator on an award-winning study of epidural injection of amniotic fluid for low back pain.He has assumed a leadership role in Minnesota, serving on the chronic pain guidelines working group of the Institute for Clinical Systems Improvement, and as past President and current Director at Large of the Minnesota Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, and represents the Minnesota Medical Association on the Department of Health’s X-ray Safety Advisory Committee.Since establishing Premier Spine and Pain Clinics as an independent practice with its own state-of-the-art procedure suite in 2020, Dr. Saeger has expanded his services to include regenerative medicine options for both spine and musculoskeletal problems, using either fluoroscopy or ultrasound guidance for precisely targeted treatments including PRP, BMAC, or other advanced biologic modalities.PREMIER SPINE & PAIN CLINICINTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGEMENT IN EDINA, MNDepending on the specific nature and source of pain, a variety of interventional pain procedures may be considered. These procedures always utilize x-ray (fluoroscopy) or ultrasound guidance and may include injections of medications into symptomatic parts of the spine, specific peripheral nerves, injured ligaments, tendons, muscles, or bursal structures, or joints. Dr. Saeger has decades of experience with injection therapy, radiofrequency neurotomy, and spinal cord stimulation, and frequently teaches these techniques as a senior instructor for the Spine Intervention Society. Other minimally invasive surgical procedures may be appropriate for some conditions, and Dr. Saeger continues to expand the range of options he can offer, as technology progresses in this evolving field.The focus of Dr. Saeger’s practice is on interventional therapies rather than pain medication management. He works in close collaboration with other surgical specialists, neurologists, primary care providers, physical therapists, chiropractors, and other members of a comprehensive care team, and as specific circumstances require.We would love to make a difference for you. Chat Now with us Today!
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 45 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle
  • 7 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 7 hospital affiliations
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Louis C. Saeger has 8 locations

Premier Spine and Pain Clinics

7450 France Ave S Ste 240Edina, MN 55435
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

M Health Fairview University Of Minnesota Medical Center - West Bank East

2450 Riverside AveMinneapolis, MN 55454

United Hospital

333 Smith Ave NSaint Paul, MN 55102

M Health Fairview Bethesda Hospital

45 10th St WSaint Paul, MN 55102

Mercy Hospital Unity Campus

550 Osborne Rd NeFridley, MN 55432

Abbott Northwestern Hospital

800 E 28th StMinneapolis, MN 55407

Mercy Hospital

4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NwCoon Rapids, MN 55433

Greenway Surgical Suites Llc

2020 E 28th St Ste 100Minneapolis, MN 55407
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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AnesthesiologyAnesthesiologyAnesthesiologyAnesthesiology
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4.5 
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45 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Japanese
Edina , MNEdina , MNEdina , MNSaint Paul , MN
Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: University of Minnesota Medical School Med School: Newcastle University Faculty Of Medical Sciences
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Louis C. Saeger has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Louis C. Saeger has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Acute Pain
  • Cancer Pain
  • Chronic Pain
  • Pain Medicine
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle

Residency

University Of Washington Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Oklahoma College Of MedicineGraduated in 1981

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Dr. Louis Saeger is affiliated with MINNEAPOLIS HEART INSTITUTE, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, M Health Fairview Bethesda Hospital, United Hospital, Mercy Hospital, MERCY HOSPITAL UNITY CAMPUS, and M Health Fairview University Of Minnesota Medical Center West Bank East.

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