Thomas C. Schuler, M.D., F.A.C.S.

President, CEO
Spinal Specialist

Spinal Surgeon

Dr. Schuler founded the Virginia Spine Institute in 1992 to advance the development of contemporary neurological and orthopaedic spinal surgery. His knowledge, drive and innovative techniques have revolutionized spinal healthcare in the Washington D.C. Metropolitan area. Over the past two decades, he has grown this award-winning medical practice into the largest multidisciplinary spinal practice in the region. He is recognized as a national leader in the treatment of cervical and lumbar spine disorders and named among the 100 Best Spine Surgeons and Specialists in America. He was most recenlty named among the Top Doctors by U.S.News & World Report.

As the spine consultant to the Washington Redskins since 1993, he returns elite athletes to the playing field safely and quickly using non-operative and operative techniques. As a result of this success he is ranked as one of the Top 12 Spine Surgeons for Professional Athlete and Top 10 Spine Surgeons for NFL Teams.

Dr. Schuler is double board certified in spine surgery and orthopaedic surgery. His visionary leadership as President of the Spinal Research Foundation fosters the pursuit of his mission to improve spinal healthcare for all Americans. As the President and CEO of the Virginia Spine Institute, Dr. Schuler’s passion for improving lives extends beyond his patients to the local community and his employees. Through his leadership, VSI has received the Best of Reston Award for community service, and the Best Places to Work award from both the Washington Business Journal and Washingtonian Magazine.

College:
University of Notre Dame,

Notre Dame, IN

Medical School:
Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN

Residency:
Orthopaedic Surgery, William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, MI

Fellowship:
Spinal Surgery, Kerlan - Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic, Los Angeles, CA

Board Certification:
American Board of Spine Surgery

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Affiliations:

Fellow, American College of Spine Surgery

Fellow, American College of Surgeons

Fellow, American College of Orthopaedic Surgery

North American Spine Society

Spinal Research Foundation

Young Presidents Organization