Dr. John P Olson M.D.
Neurosurgeon
802 N Riverside Rd Suite 150 Saint Joseph MO, 64507Rating
5/5
About
Dr. John Olson practices Neurological Surgery in Saint Joseph, MO. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Olson prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.
Education and Training
Univ of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks 1990
University of Wales in Great Britain 1990
Board Certification
Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Herniated Disc
- Spinal Stenosis
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