Fellowship
Twin Cities Spine Center, Orthopaedic Spine Surgery
Residency
Cleveland Clinic Foundation South Pointe Hospital, Orthopaedic Surgery
Medical School
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Physician Associations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics
North American Spine Society
Sigma Sigma Phi National Osteopathic Medicine Honors Fraternity
Degenerative Spine Disease
Spinal Deformity
Spine Trauma
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
416 West 27th Street
Ashtabula, OH 44004
United States1622 State Route 619
East Entrance, Suite 200
Akron, OH 44312
United States4975 Foote Road, Suite 100
Physical Therapy: Suite 200
Medina, OH 44256
United States5895 Harper Road
Solon, OH 44139
United States
About Dr. Rhoads
Dr. Colin Rhoads is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in exercise science from Georgia State University and his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation South Pointe Hospital, where he served as chief resident, followed by a spine surgery fellowship at Twin Cities Spine Center in Minneapolis.
Dr. Rhoads specializes in the evaluation and treatment of conditions affecting the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, including degenerative disease, deformity, trauma, and complex spinal disorders. He is trained in minimally invasive, navigation-guided, and robotic-assisted surgical techniques, while emphasizing nonoperative care whenever appropriate. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics, and the North American Spine Society. Dr. Rhoads has published research in The Spine Journal and Clinical Spine Surgery, focusing on advanced spinal techniques and biomechanics.
Dr. Rhoads is committed to delivering thoughtful, evidence-based care through strong physician-patient partnerships, emphasizing clear communication and personalized treatment plans.
Outside of treating patients, Dr. Rhoads enjoys long-distance running, cooking, and spending time outdoors with his wife, their two sons, and their Labrador.
