Honors and Awards:

Top 10 Spine Surery Practices In Florida

Top 10 Spine Surgery Practices in Florida , Becker's Spine Online, 2013

The Top 50 Spine Surgery Practices to Know in the United States.

Top 50 Spine Surgery Practices to Know in the United States, Becker's Spine Review, 2012

Featured in Jupiter and Palm Beach Magazine, Ask The Expert, December 2010, January 2011

“Top 40 under 40” as Spine Surgeon at Jupiter Medical Center, Jupiter Magazine and The Palm Beacher January 2010

Patient’s Choice Award, Based on patient reviews at Vitals.com  2011, 2010, 2009, 2008

Compassionate Doctor’s Award, 2011, 2010

Harrison McLaughlin, M.D. Award, Trauma Resident of the Year, 2005, Columbia University Department of Orthopedic Surgery

The Leonard Marmor Surgical Arthritis Foundation Award, Excellence in Orthopedics, 2005, Columbia University Department of Orthopedic Surgery

Harold Dick Award, Junior Resident of the Year, 2003, Columbia University Department of Orthopedic Surgery

Julius Neviaser Award, Most Promising Future in Orthopedic Surgery, 2002, The George Washington University School of Medicine

Alpha Omega Alpha, Medical Honors Society, 2002

Top 10% George Washington University Medical School

Alec Horwitz First Year Scholar Award, Highest Percentage of Honors Grades In First Year Class, 1999, The George Washington University School of Medicine

Henry Stanford King Four Year Academic Scholarship

University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida, 1993- 1997

Recent Recognition,

Special Licenses/Certifications:

Board Certified, Diplomate of American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery through 2021

Practice devoted to 100% Spinal Surgery

Professional Activity:

Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Board Certified

Palm Beach County Medical Society

Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

Emerging Leaders, AOA

North American Spine Society

American Medical Association

Kenton D. Leatherman Spine Surgery Fellowship Alumnus

Columbia University Medical Center, Dept. Of Orthopaedic Surgery Alumnus

Community Service:

Financial Sponsor for Girls and Boys Youth Soccer of America

Board of Advisors for Pinecrest School, Florida

Publications, Lectures and Presentations:

Dr. Michael Gleiber, founder and CEO of Michael A. Gleiber, MD, PA, Spine Surgery is the Lead contributor of a Becker's Spine Review article: "25 Key Concepts for Young Orthopedic & Spine Surgeons to Build a Successful Practice." 2012

Scripps Research Institute, Invited Guest Lecturer, The Aging Spine, 2010

Understanding Low Back Pain, Surgical and Non-Surgical Treatment Options, Invited Guest Lecturer, Jupiter Medical Center, February 2011, November 2010, January 2010, November 2009

OREF/JBJS Research Grant for 2006 and 2007: $10,000

Golf and Back Pain, Invited Guest Lecturer, Baxter Healthcare Initiative, October 2008

Clinical Teaching of Spine Surgical Techniques on Cadaveric Specimens for Medtronic Surgical Representatives, Memphis, TN November 2008

Adult Degenerative Scoliosis, Diagnosis, Treatment Options and Surgical Indications, Neuro-Spine Grand Rounds, Leatherman Spine Institute, Louisville, KY Fall 2008

Cervical Spine Trauma: From Occiput to C7, Diagnosis, Treatment Options, and Surgical Indications, Neuro-Spine Grand Rounds, Leatherman Spine Institute, Louisville, KY Fall 2008

Paul D Kim, MD; Michael Gleiber, MD; Benton Heyworth, MD; William N Levine, MD; Louis U Bigliani, MD; Theodore A. Blaine, M.D., Radiographic Assessment of Glenohumeral Relationships in Patients with Osteoarthritis Pre and Post Total Shoulder Arthroplasty, Journal of  Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, submitted for publication 2007

Thoracolumbar  Spine Trauma, A Complete Review, Grand Rounds,  Columbia University, Department of Orthopedic Surgery 2005

Spondylolisthesis, Diagnosis and Current Treatment Strategies, Grand Rounds, Columbia University, Department of Orthopedic Surgery 2004

Liposarcoma, Evaluation and Latest Treatment Strategies, Grand Rounds, Columbia University, Department of Orthopedic Surgery 2003

Unicondylar Knee Arthroplasty,  The Pro Stance, Presentation at Hospital for Special Surgery, Hip and Knee Alumni Meeting, 2003

Harman, M.K., Gleiber, M.A., Markovich G.D., Banks, S.A.: Wear Patterns From Varus and Valgus Osteoarthritic Knees, Presented at American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery Annual Meeting, San Francisco, 1997

Other Outstanding Achievements:

Top Orthopaedic Surgeon 2012, Consumer's Research Council

Featured in Jupiter and Palm Beach Magazine, Ask The Expert, December 2010, January 2011

“Top 40 under 40” as Spine Surgeon at Jupiter Medical Center, Jupiter Magazine and The Palm Beacher January 2010

Patient’s Choice Award, Based on patient reviews at Vitals.com 2013,2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008

Compassionate Doctor’s Award, 2012, 2011, 2010

Dr. Gleiber Recognized as National Leader in the Field of Spine Surgery by Becker's Spine and Orthopedics

http://www.beckersorthopedicandspine.com/orthopedic-spine-industry-leaders/item/10961-orthopedic--spine-surgery-leader-to-know-dr-michael-gleiber

Newsletters:

Michael A. Gleiber, M.D. is a Board Certified, Fellowship Trained orthopedic spine surgeon focusing his practice exclusively to injuries and diseases of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. Dr. Gleiber treats all spinal disorders including herniated discs, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, myelopathy, degenerative disc disease, spondylolisthesis, spinal trauma, and tumors and infections of the spine.

Dr. Gleiber has received specialized training in the latest microsurgical, minimally invasive, and motion preserving spinal procedures and has a special interest in complex spinal problems. He works closely with rehabilitation experts as well as pain management specialists for "patient-centered" non-operative care when indicated for his patients.

A native of South Florida, he attended The University of Miami where he received his Bachelors of Science degree. Dr. Gleiber earned his medical degree from The George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. He was the recipient of several awards including the Julius Nevaiser Award for the most promising future as an orthopedic surgeon, the Alec Horwitz Scholar Award for the most honors grades during the first year of medical school, and graduated with Alpha Omega Alpha Honors.

After medical school, he completed his internship in general surgery and residency at Columbia University in New York City. Dr. Gleiber was recognized by the faculty in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Columbia University. He received the Harold M. Dick Award for excellence in orthopedic surgery, the Harrison McLaughlin Award for demonstrating excellence in orthopedic trauma surgery, and the Leonard Marmor Surgical Arthritis Foundation Award. Dr. Gleiber was selected to serve as Administrative Chief Resident in his final year at Columbia. After residency, he attended The Kenton D. Leatherman Spine Surgery Fellowship where he received neurosurgical and orthopaedic training in all areas of the spine. While in fellowship, a significant portion of his time was devoted to treating spinal trauma and spinal cord injuries.

Dr. Gleiber holds memberships in various professional organizations, including the North American Spine Society, The American Orthopaedic Association's Emerging Leadership Program, and The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Dr. Gleiber is a frequently invited guest lecturer at research institutions and hospitals where he is asked to share his knowledge on the surgical and non-surgical treatment of various spinal conditions. Additionally, he has a special interest in the development and design of spinal surgical implants and instruments.

Dr. Gleiber is regarded as one of the top spine surgeons in South Florida for his surgical skill, exemplary post operative results, and caring bedside manner in treating his patients with complex spinal problems. He is regarded as a leader in the field of spine surgery of the neck and back and uses the most modern minimally invasive techniques and surgical approaches.

Educational Background:

College - B.S., Cum Laude, University of Miami Honors Program, Biology Major, Chemistry Minor

Medical School - M.D., with Honors, George Washington University School of Medicine

Residency - Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery

Administrative Chief Resident - Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellowship- Kenton D. Leatherman Spine Institute, Spinal Surgery, Spine Trauma, Spinal Deformity