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Colin M. Whitaker, MD

4.7
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
484-526-1735

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St. Luke's Orthopedic Care - Bethlehem
St. Luke's University Hospital - Bethlehem
801 Ostrum Street
Entrance A
Bethlehem, PA 18015
484-526-1735
866-230-6659

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About Me

As an orthopedic spine surgeon, my goal is to help patients maintain and enhance their mobility to live an active and healthy lifestyle. I strive to work with each individual patient and their specific spinal condition to create a treatment plan that best fits their individual goals. 

What I take most joy in is working in a collaborative group environment to maximize each patient’s outcome with alternative treatments such as physical therapy and spine injections.  It is immensely rewarding to deliver the best possible care and see my patients regain their lifestyle.  

My extensive orthopedic spine surgery training provided me the experience to care for a vast array of spine pathologies, including degenerative conditions (cervical/lumbar), traumatic injuries (fractures, spinal cord injuries) and infections and metastatic tumors of the spine.  

During my fellowship I became highly trained in both reconstructive spine deformity procedures (pediatric and adult), robotic surgery and motion preservation surgery, including arthroplasty laminoplasty and minimally invasive surgery.  

I was born and raised in Bucks County and completed my medical training here in Pennsylvania.  I am happy to have found a home at St. Luke’s and to care for patients of the Lehigh Valley.  

Education

Drexel University College of Medicine, 2016
Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia, 2016 - 2021
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, 2021 - 2022

Ratings & Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions from our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of St. Luke’s University Health Network.

 

Overall Score

4.7 out of 5
246 ratings , 61 reviews

Patient Reviews

03/02/2024
Very pleased with Dr Whitaker and his staff.

02/29/2024
Visit was good

02/26/2024
Dr. Whitaker was always very kind and informative and answered all my questions. Very friendly, respectful and concerned. His office always got back to me in a timely fashion when I called w/questions. I will definitely recommend him.

02/24/2024
The Dr is very knowledgeable and took the time to explain my condition. The office staff was also very helpful.

02/23/2024
Very good visit.

02/21/2024
Friendly and caring staff doctor took good care of me very concerned about my health so grateful Thank you God bless all

02/21/2024
Fix the pain somehow in the back after first operation in 2019

02/21/2024
Dr. Whitaker is a great surgeon and his staff is great. They are all kind and understanding

02/11/2024
Very happy with outcome of this visit

02/01/2024
I am very happy with the way I got treated at the doctors office

02/01/2024
This was my first visit with this provider. It was for a second opinion for back care. His PA was wonderful. She was knowledgeable and kind. She made my first impression very positive.

01/28/2024
Right from the start of the appointment I could tell Dr. Whitaker cared about my pain and what could be options.

01/27/2024
Dr listen to my concerns recommended a path forward and explaining my options.

01/20/2024
He has great bedside manner and is very professional.

01/18/2024
Very grateful for this Surgeon and I thank God for Doctors, care givers and St,Lukes!!!

01/18/2024
Overall excellent experience!

01/18/2024
It was nice to finally meet with a specialist who didn't candy coat the severity of my condition. Thank You.

01/13/2024
Really appreciated the knowledge of Dr Whitaker and the explanations of my x rays and condition

12/26/2023
I was injured at work and had a herniated disc. I saw Dr. Whitaker and he was amazing. I had gotten worse after the visit and needed emergency surgery. Dr. Whitaker and his staff went above and beyond. Thank you so much!

12/12/2023
My provider recommended Dr Whittaker after an injury. What a great experience from provider to techs, and receptionists worth the travel. Thank you for your care , knowledge, and attention.

12/07/2023
Going to this office is always good. The level of care that you get is excellant. I have never had this level of health care in my life.

12/03/2023
Dr. Whitaker is a good doctor, more should be hired like him.

12/01/2023
Very good experience Dr Whitaker was excellent

11/23/2023
I called the office first thing in the morning due to being in a lot of painI was able to get an appointment confirmed for the same day. The scheduling person had to confirm if an appointment would be possible, and they personally called me back within the hour.The physician had my records, reviewed my MRI with me, and diagnosed my issue. I am very please with not only the physician but the entire office/staff.

11/22/2023
Dr. Whitaker is a great surgeon. My back problems went away immediately after the surgery

11/18/2023
Dr very good communicator .

11/13/2023
Dr. Whitaker surgically repaired the compound fracture of my arm and I'm healing well under his care.

11/08/2023
The doctor made me feel comfortable about a procedure that should help my condition.

11/06/2023
Best dr I have seen in years. Professional, listened and answered all my questions. I wish all Dr's were like him!!

11/04/2023
They trat me with respect and courtesy

11/02/2023
This was my first visit with Dr. Whitaker. He was helpful and personable.

10/30/2023
So happy Dr Whitaker listened to me that I did not want surgery to fix my scoliosis but I wanted to keep it from getting worse and to possibly improve the situation. He suggested PT which sounds to be the best and most responsible solution at this time.

10/23/2023
Dr. Whitaker is wonderful. He took his time with me and listened to what I had to say. He explained everything to me about my upcoming surgery. He even made sure to get me in earlier than expected for my surgery.

10/20/2023
My provider and is taff were excellent during my visit

10/20/2023
Impressive staff and care

10/19/2023
Dr.whitaker and team went above and beyond. I think they did an excellent job and I felt very secure in their hands and that they were doing everything that needed to be done and could be done.

10/19/2023
Office staff very friendly. The resident and doctor very thorough and explained everthing

10/19/2023
Very pleased with visit to Dr. Whitaker. He and assistant explained things in a very thorough manner, discussed x-rays, physically examined my back, discussed treatments. I felt very confident in the diagnosis and plan of action. Doctor and entire staff I encountered was professional and pleasant

09/25/2023
Excellent care

09/23/2023
St. Lukes Physicians and caregivers are a good group. I was 30 miles away when I was injured pretty significantly in a work incident. I made sure they brought me to St. Lukes Bethlehem via helicopter. Although no group is perfect, your docs and caregivers have been consistently good. It's appreciated.

09/23/2023
Always good

09/04/2023
Dr. Whitaker always addresses my concerns.

09/02/2023
Dr Whitaker and his team were very knowledgeable and courteous to me and my physical issues

08/31/2023
Very pleased with my care at St. Luke's and with *Dr. Whitaker.

08/28/2023
Excellent. Provided detailed information and a plan going forward.

08/21/2023
I am pleased to have access to such a respected specialist.

08/18/2023
*Dr. Whittaker AND his staff are respectful, courtesy, professional and they are absolutely great at what they do.

08/18/2023
My daughter, who is a CRNP, accompanied me for this visit. The provider was not only responsive to me, but to my daughter as a professional as well. This collegiality was very much appreciated. As a former employee of St. Luke's, I was gratified to see the continued excellent care provided.

08/06/2023
Great experience.

07/29/2023
Very professional answered all my questions gave me though explanation of my condition over all I very happy with my visit and would recommend this provider

07/28/2023
Good, very good!

07/23/2023
I was treated with great care and politely!

07/10/2023
Great doctor and staff

07/08/2023
DOCTOR WAS PROFESSIONAL AND COURTEOUS.

07/05/2023
St Luke's everyone is very nice helpful and I've been in the hospital in the Warren campus as well excellent care

06/30/2023
My back surgery is progressing well. I am very pleased with Dr. Whitaker. He and his team are knowledgeable, professional, understanding and kind.

06/28/2023
The Staff at St. Luke's seem to go out of their way to make you feel a part of the St. Luke's family which is very comforting

06/26/2023
Saw the doctor for a back injury, recommended an epidural,worked out ok

06/26/2023
I was sorry to learn that the Dr I saw in 2017 left ,but was very happy with Dr Whitaker.

06/23/2023
This visit was a follow-up visit from my Back Surgery on May 18th 2023. The Dr. Whitaker Asked how I was feeling t if I had any questions or concerns. He answered my questions t told me what I was allowed to do t not do after my surgery. I have another Appt with him on 6/30/23.

06/23/2023
Dr. Whitaker and his staff are one of the best medical teams that I have ever dealt with. Overall St. Luke's Health Network rates a 10 plus for myself and my family.