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Steven C. Ludwig, MD Watch Videos

Steven C. Ludwig, MD

Spine Surgery

Professor of Orthopaedics

Steven C. Ludwig, MD Watch Videos

UM Faculty Physicians, Inc.

Languages: English

Gender: Male

Locations

University of Maryland Orthopaedic Assoc

226 Schilling Circle
Suite 170
Hunt Valley, MD 21031
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PH: 410-448-6400

FAX: 410-786-4840

University of Maryland Orthopaedics Camden

351 West Camden Street
Suite 501
Baltimore, MD 21201
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PH: 410-448-6400

FAX: 410-244-0636

About Me

Dr. Ludwig was named a "Top Doctor" in the specialty of Spine Surgery by Baltimore magazine in 2020.

Dr. Steven Ludwig's special interests include:

  • Adult reconstructive spine surgery
  • Degenerative diseases of the cervical and lumbar spine
  • Disc herniation and replacement
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Spinal tumors and infections
  • Sports-related spine injuries
  • Traumatic injuries to the cervical spine
Your Health: Back Pain
Dr. Ludwig Discusses Relieving Cervical Radiculopathy: Treatments for a Pinched Nerve in this Live Greater Podcast
4.8/5 stars
Overall
4.8
Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.8
Provider explained things clearly
4.8
Provider showed concern
4.8
Provider included you in decisions
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Provider discussed treatment options

Patient Reviews (67)

  • We love Dr. Ludwig, our only complaint is how long we wait for our appts were waited 3 hours in the past. But because he's such a caring & kind doctor, we keep coming back.

  • Dr Ludwig always presents as a dedicated and caring professional. I am always confident that he will thoroughly address my issues and incorporate me into the plan of care. I believe that he is an exceptional asset to the University of Maryland Medical Center. I have been following up with him since my surgery in December 2022 at the Medical Center. Although I live in an area a couple hours away, I have mentioned his name to many people and recommended the Medical Center as well. I am grateful to him and his team for their concern and talent.

  • Very thorough, thoughtful and compassionate. Truly a good experience.

  • All good

  • Dr. Ludwig was fantastic. He answered all of my questions. Provided great detail. Very supportive and understanding. Liked how he discussed plan in detail moving forward. Very professional and helped give me great confidence. I appreciated his approach. I am very pleased to be in the care of Dr. Ludwig and PA Ashley and their Team. Excellent experience. Thank you Dr. L and Ashley.

  • Dr Ludwig is the best!!

  • There is no way that I would recommend Dr Stephen Ludwig to anyone. I would submit anyone on this earth to the treatment that I received.

  • Both Fellow Dr. Padobono and Dr. Ludwig were excellent in every aspect

  • Dr Ludwig and Michael explained my problem and treatment needed very well.

  • Dr Ludwig was very informative and I had excellent results from surgery

  • I always recommend Dr. Ludwig to friends and family. I have family who have flown from Florida to see him.

  • Everyone should be that luck to have their care

  • Very thorough & knowledgeable. Double inspired confidence.

  • Dr Ludwig an his staff are the greatest

  • Physician took great care in explaining the issues I presented & made a referral to another.specialist for a problem.not in his purview.

  • Doctor was very knowledgeable and explained so I could understand. I felt confidant in his diagnosis.

  • I would definitely recommend this ortho group

  • Dr. Steven Ludwig was very informative to all my questions, would highly recommend him expertise as a spinal surgeon

  • All good

  • My doctor also my surgeon. Dr. Ludwig is a miracle worker. I was pretty bad off when I first came to see him. I needed 3 rods and 12 screws. Once the surgery was over I was a totally different person. I could actually stand up. I could go on and on, but standing up was the biggest thing.

  • Dr. Ludwig was very professional and explained my problem effectively. Good bedside manners.

  • Think very highly of Dr. Ludwig

  • Dr. Ludwig has given me my life back and was the only doctor that genuinely listened to my concerns and had a plan to fix my condition.

  • Dr Ludwig is the best surgeon I have ever seen. I've had back surgery's since 1999. He got to the problem. Very good Dr. Never a bad experience.

  • Dr Ludwig is the best

  • Love everything about Dr Ludwig very straightforward and professional

  • #2,3,4,5- These have to deal w/ Dr. Ludwig- A+. Perfect, felt very comfortable with my treatment. #1- NP & PA-you could see their inexperience.

  • Very good.

  • Very good

  • Good

  • Excellent detail and explanations and care concern. Thank you.

  • I was seen solely by Dr. Ludwig who provided me with all the answers to my questions.

  • Dr Ludwig,Ashley and the xray tech were very friendly and give me all the time I needed with them and explained in detail answers to anything I asked them

  • Let be the medical staff there! Dr Ludwig truly cares

  • Appointment felt very rushed.

  • As a former greatly satisfied surgical patient of Dr. Ludwig, I was not disappointed in any aspect of my visit.

  • I was more than pleased with the attention, discussion regarding the problems etc from Dr Ludwig and his intern.

  • I have already recommended him

  • Very very pleased with the Care I received from the doctor. I feel in good hands with Dr Ludwig,.

  • Dr Ludwig is great

  • Good

  • Dr. Ludwig is excellent and have recommended him often -

  • I really liked Dr. Ludwig. He took the time to explain why I've had so much trouble with my SCS unit and the plan to get it taken out.

  • Dr Ludwig was very knowledgeable and immediately addressed my problem and was very caring.

  • Dr Ludwig is my surgeon I consider the guy genius he explained everything that was going on showed me the x-rays and gave me options to work with. I have nothing but praise for his abilities and just as a person. I feel totally confident in recommending Dr Ludwig to friends and Associates I regard him as one of the best in his field and a credit to your Institution.

  • Love Dr. Ludwig

  • Very good. Very professional.

  • Wonderful experience

  • Dr Ludwig is the best n l have seen 11yrs ago still the best

  • Dr. Ludwig is a very caring and skilled doctor. I had complete confidence in him.

  • Dr. Ludwig and his team are always professional and patient centered. He is very respectful and instills confidence in his patients. He is a strong asset to the University Medical Practice and UMMC. I would recommend him highly to other patients.

  • He had to order more tests to determine a treatment plan.

  • I was there for two hours and spent maybe 5 minutes with the doctor!

  • Dr Ludwig was very patient and compassionate while listening to my concerns. He took his time making sure I understood all my options... A very caring and compassionate physician

  • Dr Ludwig explains everything regarding the medical condition and options available. He is a physician first, surgeon second. He has compassion for his patients.

  • Good

  • NP seemed rushed but Dr Ludwig ALWAYS spends whatever time I need and explains thoroughly the treatment plan.

  • Dr. Ludwig was very attentive to my problem, listened to my explanations of symptoms and pain, and carefully thought through next steps.

  • I feel my concerns are not answered. Nor do I feel that anyone is listening to me or my concerns/fears.

  • I have the utmost trust and respect for Dr. Ludwig. I have never met a doctor that listens and is as caring as him.

  • The doctor was very present for the appointment and listened to all my concerns

  • Good

  • Love Dr Ludwig and staff

  • I was impressed with the detail and professionalism of all staff I came in contact with!!

  • Very informative

  • All questions were answered promptly and clearly.

  • Doctor was very tuned into my problem and gave me info I didn't know

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