Spine, Back & Neck
Professor and Chairman Emeritus & as of May 15, 2008, The Ronald L. DeWald, MD, Chair in Spinal Deformities, Rush University Medical Center
The author and co-author of more than 250 academic papers and over 150 books and book chapters mostly related to back pain and back injuries, Dr. Andersson has been at the forefront of spine surgery research and education for more than 30 years.
Dr. Andersson came to this country as a visiting professor in 1976, and made the Chicago area his home in 1985. He spent most of his formative years as an orthopaedic surgeon at Sahlgren Hospital, the University of Goteborg, Sweden, and is credited with designing the seat in Volvo automobiles.
A member of numerous organizations and societies dealing with research and care of back patients, Dr. Andersson is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He and his wife, Kerstin, have two children.
| Practice Emphasis: | Spine Surgery |
| Medical School: | Sahlgren Hospital, University of Goteberg, Sweden |
| Residency: | Sahlgren Hospital, University of Goteberg, Sweden |
| Fellowship: | The London Hospital, London, UK - Orthopaedics |
| Board Certification: | Orthopaedic Surgery |
| Special Procedures: | Spinal surgery |
| Research Interests: | Intervertebral disc biology Biomechanics Epidemiology of back pain |
| Second Language: | Swedish Norwegian German |
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Curriculum Vitae
Clinical Support Staff
Glenda Sinkora, RN
Dr. Andersson has office hours at the following location:
Orthopedic Building at Rush
In the News
Dr. Andersson Presented with the Henry Farfan Basic Science Award
Dr. Gunnar Andersson Honored by the Swedish American Museum
Benefits of Massage Therapy for Chronic Low Back Pain
Dr. Andersson Awarded 2010 Freedom of Movement Award
Dr. Andersson Guest on Bulls Radio
MOR Physicians Make 2011-2012 Best Doctors in America® List
MOR Surgeons Top Becker's Top Specialists Lists
