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5.0
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Ernesto Otero-Lopez, MD
5.0
Helen
Helen
18:31 24 Jan 23
Excellent, thorough spine care. Dr. Otero-Lopez genuinely cares for his patients. He provides great care, explains X-ray and MRI images, and makes referrals when appropriate. Yolanda H. Shannon
Rey H.
Rey H.
07:01 27 Nov 22
I had two spine disc replacement, and I am very happy with the results and Dr. Otero Lopez and his assistant Keri LaVigne.They were very informative and walk me through step-by-step.I highly recommend him!
Sherry U.
Sherry U.
22:57 11 Jul 22
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ERNESTO R. OTERO-LOPEZ, MD

Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery
Fellowship Trained in Spine Surgery

Dr. Ernesto Otero-Lopez is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon, specializing in spine surgery. He has been an enthusiast of medicine since high school, and always liked making people feel better. He admires the physiology and mechanics of the human body and enjoy researching the many causes of back pain.

Dr. Otero’s goal with every patient is to listen to them and provide the best possible treatment plan for their spine concerns. With thorough evaluation of their situation and goals, Dr. Otero is able to tailor a treatment plan for his patients that is based on what is medically in their best interests.

He is fluent in both English and Spanish and has published clinical research manuscripts, book chapters, and he’s given many lectures during his residency/fellowship and will continue to do so, due to his love for academics. Dr. Otero also served as a Chief Resident in his residency program.

Dr. Otero’s family includes his wife Sandra and two sons. He enjoys running, playing the guitar, traveling and spending time with his family.

Medical Degree

  • University of Puerto Rico Science Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Internship

  • University of Puerto Rico Science Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Residency

  • University of Puerto Rico Science Campus Orthopaedic Surgery Program, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Fellowship

  • Spine Surgery, Texas Back Institute, Plano, TX

Hospital Affiliations

  • Presbyterian Hospital
  • Lovelace Medical Center
  • New Mexico Orthopaedics Surgery Center

Professional Affiliations

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • North America Spine Surgery
  • AO Trauma
  • New Mexico Medical Society

Dr. Otero-Lopez treats the following:

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