Dr. Michael Petr, MD
Neurosurgery ·
Male ·
Age 55
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Dr. Michael Petr, MD is a neurosurgery specialist in Jacksonville, FL and has been practicing for 12 years. He graduated from Loyola University Of Chicago/Stritch School Of Medicine in 2000 and specializes in neurosurgery.
Jacksonville Brain & Spine
7807 Baymeadows Rd E Ste 208
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(904) 330-0302
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia
- Cigna
- Humana
- MultiPlan
- Tricare
- UnitedHealthCare
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Craniopharyngioma
very high
more than 99% of peers
Brain Cancer
very high
more than 97% of peers
Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
very high
more than 96% of peers
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1 Specialties
- Neurosurgery
1 Board Certifications
- NeurologyAccredited by: American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology*
62 Conditions Treated
- Acoustic Neuroma
- Aneurysm
- Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Brain
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Spine
- Bone Cancer
- Bone Disorders
- Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
- Brain Cancer
- Brain Disorders
- Broken Neck
- Cancer
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Cervical Spine Myelopathy
- Chiari's Deformity
- Cranial Trauma
- Craniopharyngioma
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Ear Disorders
- Epidural Hematoma
- Epilepsy
- Fracture
- Herniated Disc
- Hydrocephalus
- Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Meningiomas
- Myelopathy
- Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Osteosarcoma
- Pathological Spine Fracture
- Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Scoliosis
- Secondary Malignancies
- Spina Bifida
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Spinal Cord Tumor
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Deformities
- Spine Disorders
- Spine Fractures, Traumatic
- Spondolthesis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylosis
- Stroke
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Subdural Hematoma
- Subdural Hemorrhage
- Thoracic Spine Fracture
- Thrombosis
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Tumor
- Vascular Disease
- Vertebral Column Tumors
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24 Procedures
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Brain Surgery
- Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
- Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
- Disc Replacement
- Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
- Epidural Block, Facet Blocks
- Herniated Disc Surgery
- Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
- Microsurgical Procedure
- Neuroplasty
- Paracentesis
- Pituitary Gland Tumor Excision
- Posterior Lumbar Fusion With Robotic Assistance
- Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
- Spinal Fusion
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
- Spine Fracture Treatment
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Spinal or Cranial
- Stereotactic Surgery
- Stereotaxis
Background Check
0 Malpractice Claims
No malpractice history found for Florida.
0 Sanctions
No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
0 Board Actions
No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
Education
- Towson State UniversityUndergraduate School | Graduated 1985
- Loyola University Of Chicago/Stritch School Of MedicineMedical School | Graduated 2000
- Univ Of Cincinnati Hosp-Holmes DivInternship Hospital | Completed 2001
- Univ Of Cincinnati Hosp-Holmes DivFellowship Hospital | Completed 2006
- Univ Of Cincinnati Hosp-Holmes DivResidency Hospital | Completed 2007
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
- Loyola University MD/PhD Tuition Remission and Stipend, 1993-2000
- Gliadel Neurosurgery Research Award, 2005
- Mayfield Education Research Foundation, 2005
Media & Publications
- Intracellular Calcium Disrupts Signal Transduction Pathways of in vitro Meningioma Cells, 2000
- Complications of Surgery, 2006
- The Use of Mechanically Elicited EMG to Protect Nerve Roots During Surgery for Spinal Degeneration, 1994
- Radiofrequency Lesioning, 2005
- The Determination of In-Situ Dissociation Constant for Fura-2 and Quantitation of Background Fluorescence in Astrocyte Cell Line U373-MG, 1997
- PLA2 Activity Regulates Calcium Storage-Dependent Cellular Proliferation, 1998
Languages Spoken
- English
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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I first saw Dr. Petr on May 25 and had spine surgery May 31 in St. Augustine. He and his staff were amazing. PA Greg Norris was so helpful on follow ups. Sheila and Katie were also friendly and helpful. Dr. Petr was competent, personable and friendly and explained everything. I can’t stress how...Read More
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2Vicki Boehm in Ormond Beach, FL – Aug 30, 2018
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I am grateful to find a doctor who cares and listens ,explains in layman's terms.I had one visit so far and after 6 months of doctor bouncing (referrals)I feel confident I found the doctor who will help me.His staff especially Shiela are the best people and got me in for evaluation after 3 weeks of...Read More
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1Ed Uznanski in St Augustine , FL – Jul 17, 2018
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Three weeks prior to my lumbar back & fusion surgery I met with Dr. Petr and he explained my surgical procedure. I was supposed to see him the morning of my surgery but I was told he was running late. However I still thought I would see him before my surgery but I never did. I had numerous post op...Read More
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93Jacksonville – Dec 03, 2017
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Dr. Petr and his NP Katie were absolutely the best. Dr. Petr took me as an emergency patient, expedited my surgery and gave me excellent care for which I will always be grateful.. His office staff was excellent and caring. I sing his praises and would highly recommend him.
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1Frances Condie in Orange Park, FL – Nov 22, 2017
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Dr. Petre, his assistant Sheila and the front office staff were very thorough and courteous. Everything was explained to me and all my questions answered. Dr. Petre explained the 3 step process he is recommending I do to help alleviate my pain, referring me to another doctor also. I am hoping...Read More
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21Marlene Eckert in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL – Aug 12, 2017
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