Colin R. Rhoads, D.O.

Colin R. Rhoads, D.O.
Fellowship-Trained Spine Surgeon
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Education & Training

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 States

  • 1622 State Route 619
    East Entrance, Suite 200
    Akron, OH 44312
    United States

  • 4975 Foote Road, Suite 100
    Physical Therapy: Suite 200
    Medina, OH 44256
    United States

  • 5895 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.