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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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Colin Whitaker, MD
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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
240 ratings , 67 reviews

Patient Reviews

10/31/2024
Excellent visit

10/21/2024
It was the first visit I had with Dr. Whitaker. I found him to be very personable and thorough In his examination.

10/18/2024
Good visit with Colin Whitaker

10/13/2024
Have just moved into this area 8 months ago was looking for doctors that I felt comforable with I found that with Dr Whitaker and his office workers They made me feel as ease right away I am very glad I went to them

10/12/2024
Dr. WHITAKER treated me with a high level of professionalism and courtesy. He explained things thoroughly and took the time to get on the phone with my wife to do the same. I have all the confidence in him to proceed with surgery and his ability to make me well.

10/11/2024
I felt very comfortable with the staff and the medical provider Colin Whitaker that I was receiving excellent care.

10/06/2024
Excellent experience with Colin Whitaker

10/01/2024
Excellent service, caring, very knowledgeable & explained a lot from Colin Whitaker

09/25/2024
As always, this provider is always on top of my health issues, very easy to discuss any issue with him and always takes time to explain issues that I am concerned about. He never is in a rush to get through with my appt and "rush" on out the door to his next patient. When I am in his office for an appt, He always makes you feel like you are his only patient and has all the time in the world. No matter what the question, he is ready with an answer. He is very knowledgeable about me and about his specialty. I would recommend him to anyone. I am so very thankful that another one of my Drs reommended him to me for this problem. I didn't know any surgeons for this particular issue and am very thankful that I got such a great surgeon with a great bedside manner who knows his stuff! Very easy going and ALWAYS smiling! I would recommend him to any of my friendsl

09/21/2024
Very informative visit with Colin Whitaker

09/21/2024
Very good experience with Colin Whitaker

09/16/2024
Aways have a great experience at St . Luke's!! and with Colin Whitaker

09/14/2024
Colin Whitaker was very concerned with my questions answered

09/14/2024
Positive experience with Colin Whitaker - provider wants me to have a MRI and the provider will make a decision about what are the next steps to be taken to get at the root of my issues with my neck.

09/08/2024
All experiences very good with Colin Whitaker

09/02/2024
Dr. Whittaker's care is exceptional. What a great doctor!

08/23/2024
Good people good service at Colin Whitaker's office.

08/23/2024
I was very pleased with this provider, Dr. Whitaker. He was patient, kind and thoroughly explained the issue, ordered a new MRI to compare against the older MRI. I knew I found the right doctor to take care of this health concern. The P.A. And other staff were as attentive and caring.

08/22/2024
Excellent medical care from Colin Whitaker. Thank you!

08/02/2024
DR. WHITAKER DIAGNOSED MY SPINAL CONDITION BETTER THEN ANY ORTHOPOD I'VE SEE THUS FAR. HE SAT DOWN AND EXPLAINED THE XRAY AND HIS PLAN OF CARE. I GREATLY APPRECIATED HIS CANDOR AND KNOWLEDGE. IT GAVE ME HOPE AND A WHOLE NEW PERSPECTIVE. HE IS A ASSET TO YOUR TEAM

07/24/2024
I found Dr Witaker very personable and I would recommend him to family and friends.

07/15/2024
The visit was very professional and very good attention. Thank you for the service Colin W

07/13/2024
Dr. Whitaker and staff are excellent .

07/13/2024
Dr. Whitaker is very easy to talk with. He's very helpful and understanding.

07/10/2024
Dr. Whitaker is a great physician

07/09/2024
It was my first-time seeing Colin Whitaker and it was a very good visit

07/02/2024
Excellent physician with knowledge an bedside manner.

06/15/2024
First visit to this provider. Good start to our, hopefully, continued relationship to provide relief for an on-going problem.

05/29/2024
Happy with the doctor and did explain how the fracture would heal.

05/18/2024
First time at this office and SLHN. Was very pleased with Dr. Whitaker, the PA, and the staff. It was a thorough exam, easy to understand explanation of the MRI and xrays. Currently putting a treatment plan in place. Much different than the previous provider.

05/17/2024
He is a great doctor would recommend to anyone 5 stars

05/17/2024
Very good stuff I like the person's who see me

05/14/2024
I am very helpful Dr. Colin Whitaker performed my back surgery. He did an outstanding job and I am healing nicely.

05/13/2024
Everything was fine.

05/09/2024
Extremely good surgeon and a pleasant manner. It is always an enjoyable and informative visit. My pain is gone due to his incredible talent as a surgeon.

05/07/2024
Dr was very clear with the explanation of my problem

04/28/2024
Dr. Whitaker addressed my need for pain medication for my compression fracture L1 and sent the request to my pharmacy.

04/27/2024
Great people and good listeners. Doctor, PA and all staff very helpful, friendly,Further tests and consultations already scheduled,

04/23/2024
Good experience

04/22/2024
Dr. Whitaker, meeting him for the first time, was everything a doctor should be I could see he cared about my treatment.

04/18/2024
Very good and understandable explanations of my care options going forward.

04/18/2024
Excellent care

04/09/2024
I have had the best medical experiences with all the staff at St Luke's. I absolutely recommend them to everyone.

04/05/2024
It was a good experience

04/04/2024
Pleased with the efficiency of the staff and the attentiveness and professionalism of Dr Whitaker.

04/03/2024
Dr was excellent and so was the staff

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

01/18/2024
Overall excellent experience!

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

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.