Dr. Bernbeck is simply awesome–his care, expertise, and thoroughness have changed my life. I have had so many issues with my back that have left me in horrible pain and unable to walk. Sitting, standing and walking were excruciating. After diligent and expert care from Dr. Bernbeck I am back on my bike, stairmaster and attending Pilates classes. I can walk 20,000 steps without pain. Dr. Bernbeck kept me off the surgeon’s table and am grateful. Dr. Bernbeck is extremely punctual with his appointments. I have never had to wait to be seen. Do not hesitate to trust Dr. Bernbeck with your orthopedic needs. You will be very happy to have such a wonderful expert helping you on your road to healing.
Johannes A. Bernbeck, M.D.
FAAOS
Dr. Bernbeck was born and raised in sunny Southern California. He is dedicated to our beautiful state and the people who live here. Dr. Bernbeck earned his undergraduate degree at UC Irvine, and then attended medical school at the University of Cologne in West Germany. He also attended medical school at USC, where he received his medical degree. Dr. Bernbeck completed a five-year orthopedic residency at USC then did a 12-month fellowship in spinal reconstructive surgery at UCLA.
Dr. Bernbeck is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in surgery of the spine in the neck, upper back, and lower back for many different conditions involving the bones, discs, joints, and ligaments. He performs minimally invasive procedures, as well as extensive reconstructions of the spinal column. He is dedicated to helping his patients in a compassionate and caring way.
Dr. Bernbeck enjoys the great outdoors. He camps, skis, dives, fishes, boats, and surfs. He tries to inspire those around him to live each day to its fullest. Life is an art. Every year he goes on at least one mission to a developing country to try to serve patients in these medically underprivileged areas.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Bachelor of Arts Degree, German
Bachelor of Arts Degree, Linguistics
University of California Irvine, Irvine, CA
MEDICAL
University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
INTERNSHIP
Orthopaedic Internship, USC Medical Center
RESIDENCY
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
FELLOWSHIP
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery
University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
MEDICAL ASSOCIATIONS
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
North American Spine Society