Phillip Glivar, MD

About Phillip

Dr. Glivar has expertise in all types of spinal surgery, with a special interest in minimally invasive surgical options. He has experience in traditional open procedures, minimally invasive surgery, endoscopic surgery, and navigated and robotic technologies. His training featured integration Orthopaedic Surgery and Neurosurgery. Dr. Glivar enjoys the complexity and challenge of Spine care and the ability to impact his patients’ quality of life significantly.

Dr. Glivar has always had a passion for learning and pursuing his interests to the fullest. His early background included various sports, practicing competitive powerlifting, and maintaining an extensive exercise and fitness regimen. All have aligned his interests in medicine toward musculoskeletal health.

Licensure and Certification

State Board of California
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Eligible

Memberships and Affiliations

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
North American Spine Society