Dr. Spartz graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2004. She received her training in Family Medicine and Occupational Medicine at St. Joseph's Hospital and Region's Hospital. She also earned a Master's Degree in Public and Environmental Health from the University of Minnesota.
As an Occupational Medicine Specialist, Dr. Spartz has a large body of experience dealing with chronic neck and/or back pain. Unfortunately, she has also seen the devastation that can occur when back and neck pain interferes with one's job and life.
She believes strongly in the fitness approach to chronic pain championed at PNBC and looks forward to helping patients get back to an active lifestyle without pain.
Education:
B.S. in Biology, B.A. in Humanistic Studies, Saint Mary’s College, 1999
M.D., University of Minnesota Medical School, 2004
Internship in Family Medicine, St. Joseph’s Hospital, 2005
Resident, Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Health Partners, 2005-2007
Masters of Public Health, Environmental Health, University of Minnesota School of Public Health, 2007
Professional Activities(s):
American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, 2006 – present
International Society of Travel Medicine, 2007 – present
East Metro Medical Society, 2007 - 2008
Awards:
Recognized Physician: National Committee for Quality Assurance Back Pain Recognition Program; 2-Year Recognition (February 16, 2011 – February 16, 2013).
