Overview

Dr. Hyun Bae is a nationally recognized spine surgeon known for pioneering motion-preserving solutions for the neck and lower back. Rather than defaulting to spinal fusion, he focuses on advanced techniques like artificial disc replacement (ADR) to protect movement and help patients return to active, pain-free lives.

Patients often describe him as a miracle worker—not only for his surgical expertise, but for his warmth, clarity, and compassion throughout the process. Many report being pain-free after surgery and appreciate his ability to explain complex procedures in a way that’s easy to understand. His team is equally known for their professionalism and prompt, supportive care from start to finish.

Fluent in English and Korean, Dr. Bae brings deep experience, a calming presence, and a strong belief in doing what’s best for each individual patient.

Outside of the OR, he stays active with golf, snowboarding, and playing pickleball with his daughters.

I believe in preserving motion whenever possible. Artificial disc replacement is the best tool we have to treat pain without sacrificing spinal mobility.”

– Dr. Hyun Bae

Background

• American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
• American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
• North American Spine Society

• University Hospitals of Cleveland — Fellowship – Completed 2001
• Hospital for Special Surgery — Residency – Completed 2000
• North Shore University Hospital — Internship – Completed 1996
• Yale School of Medicine — Medical School – Completed 1995

• Spine Arthroplasty Society Outstanding Paper Award
• Scoliosis Research Society Outstanding Poster Award
• Orthopaedic Research Program Translational Research Partnership Award
• Scoliosis Research Society Outstanding Basic Science Paper Award
• North American Spine Society Research Grant
• International Society for the Advancement of Spine Outstanding Clinical Paper Award Logo for undefined
• National Institute of Health Grant
• Cum Laude, Yale School of Medicine
• Cervical Research Society
• CIRM TR2-01780 Grant “Systemic Adult Cell Therapy for Osteoporosis-Related Vertebral Compression Fractures”
• North American Spine Society Outstanding Paper Award
• CIRM DR2-05288 Grant “Genetically Engineered Mesenchymal Stem Cells For The Treatment of Vertebral Compression Fractures
• Cervical Spine Research Society Basic Science Grant Award
• North American Spine Society

Locations

Santa Monica

2901 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 300

Santa Monica, CA 90403

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