Our Specialties Include

• Degenerative Spine Management
• Spinal Deformity Reconstruction
• Scoliosis Treatment and Reconstruction (pediatric & adult)
• Neck and Back Tumor Treatment
• Spinal Infections Management
• Pelvic Trauma Surgery
• Failed Back Surgery Reconstruction
• Trauma, Minor Injury, Neck and Back Treatment
• Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery
• Spinal Cord Injury Treatment
• Herniated Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar Disc Management
• Spinal Stenosis and Nerve Root Compression Treatment
• Comprehensive Neck and Back Care
• Cosmetic Spine Surgery
• Workman’s Compensation and Injured Worker Management
• Independent Medical Examinations
• Medical/Legal/Personal Injury Evaluations and Treatment

About Us: About Dr. Vater

Thomas L. Vater, D.O.

Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Specializing in Spine Surgery and Trauma Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellowship Training

Spine Surgery
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery

Licensures

Arizona
California
Colorado
Florida
Hawaii
Idaho
Missouri
Nevada
Utah

Languages

English
Spanish
German

Professional Groups

VATERSPINE Surgical Associates
Trauma Orthopaedic Surgical Services (TOSS)

Appointments

Chief, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Medical Center, Las Vegas, Nevada
Associate Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Nevada School of Medicine
Associate Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery, Michigan State University, School of Osteopathic Medicine

Professional Affiliations

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopaedics
International College of Surgeons
NASS (North American Spine Society)

Hospital Affiliations

University Medical Center
Valley Medical Center
Spring Valley Medical Center
Centennial Medical Center
Summerlin Hospital
St. Rose Medical Centers
Mountain View Medical Center
Sunrise Medical Center
Boulder City Hospital
Mesa View Medical Center (Mesquite)