Richard M. Salib, M.D.
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Dr. Salib's Team
Care Team:
Jim Kearin, PA-C
Cassie Boehmer - Medical Secretary
"The most rewarding part of my work is interacting with patients, many of whom are severely limited by their back condition, and being able to improve their quality of life."

Background
Dr. Salib Joined ILBNC in 1982 as the medical staff's first orthopedic surgeon. Prior to this, he practiced general orthopedics in Carson City, Nevada, where he also served as Medical director of the Northern Nevada Lumbar Spine Education Center. From 1977 to 1980, he practiced general orthopedics in Grand Rapids, Minnesota.

Specialties
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Spine Care
  • Spine Surgery
 Certifications
  • Board Certified: American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
  • American Board of Spine Surgery
Special Medical Interests
  • Lumbar spine
  • Adult reconstructive spine surgery
  • Lumbar spine disorders
  • Spinal disc arthroplasty
 Professional Memberships
  • Charter member, North American Spine Society
  • Diplomat, American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and American Board of Spine Surgery
  • Fellow, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
  • Minnesota Orthopedic Society
  • Minnesota Medical Society
Publications
  • Numerous local and national presentations regarding spinal surgery, including topics related to anterior and posterior spinal fusion and pedicle screw internal fixation used in the treatment of spinal disorders.
  • He has also published on spondylolysis and allograft bone for anterior spinal fusion.
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Jim Kearin, PA-C

spine “My goal in patient care is to help patients reduce pain so they can enjoy life, participate in their recreational activities and can work to support themselves. I try to give patients the same respect and consideration I would expect myself.”
Background
Jim, a native of County Kildare in Ireland, graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. In addition to working at ILBNC, he has clinical experience in Madison as well as rural Wisconsin. He specializes in surgical assisting and has an ongoing interest in studying spine care. 		Certifications
  • NCCPA
Professional Memberships
  • MAPA
  • AAPA

Cassie Boehmer - Medical Secretary
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