Dr. Sung is a fellowship-trained and board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in cervical and lumbar surgery, microsurgery, and minimally invasive surgery. He also performs complex spine reconstruction via minimally invasive techniques. He also offers alternatives to fusion including artificial disc replacement for the lumbar and cervical spine, and spinal cord stimulation.
Roger D. Sung, MD
BOARD-CERTIFIED ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEON
Areas of Interest
- Cervical & Lumbar Spine Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
- Adult Scoliosis / Degenerative Spine
- Artificial Disc Replacement
- Lateral Spine Surgery
- Spinal Cord Stimulation
- Minimally invasive SI Joint Fusion
- Kyphoplasty
- Alternative Therapy Treatments
- Image Guided Surgery (Stealth, X-Vision)
- Spine Trauma
- Spine Surgery with Local or Spinal Anesthesia
Education & Training
Fellowship
Orthopaedic Spine Surgery, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH
Residency
Orthopaedic Surgery, UCLA School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA
Medical School
UCLA School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA
Undergraduate
BA in Biology, University of California at San Diego, San Diego, CA – Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Philosophy of Care
I make it a priority to provide all my patients with education and individualized treatment so they can return to the activities they love with the least invasive options possible.
Distinctions
Board Certified
American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery
Awards
Top Doc, Colorado Springs Style Magazine, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
More about Dr. Sung
Dr. Sung has been in practice in Colorado Springs since 2000, joining The Spine Center at Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group in 2007. Dr. Sung and his wife Kelly have three children who are very active in sports. Dr. Sung enjoys skiing and golf.
PATIENT REVIEWS
Olivia Jansen, PA-C
Physician Assistant to Roger D. Sung, MD
Areas of Interest
Olivia specializes in orthopaedic surgery and orthopaedic spine surgery. She works along side Dr. Roger Sung with the CSOG Spine Center.
Education & Training
Graduate
Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, IL
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science in Integrative Biology, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Distinctions
Certification
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
More about Olivia
Growing up in Minnesota, Olivia was a gymnast for many years and always had a passion for fitness, movement, and the great outdoors. Working in orthopedic surgery allows her to help patients maintain their quality of life and get back to enjoying their active hobbies. Her goal with her patients is to ensure they feel like a priority every time they are in her care. Upon finishing PA school at Midwestern University in Downers Grove, Illinois, she fulfilled her dream of moving out of the Midwest to Colorado where she could enjoy her many interests outside of work. In her free time, she enjoys traveling the world, skiing, camping, and hiking with her dog.
Millie Livingston, PA-C
Physician Assistant to Roger D. Sung, MD
Areas of Interest
Education & Training
Graduate
Undergraduate
Distinctions
Certification
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
