Khaled M. Kebaish, MD

Spine Surgery

Orthopedic Surgery

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Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

4.7 of 5 stars

201 Ratings, 75 Reviews

Languages

Arabic
French
English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Male

About Khaled M. Kebaish

Professional Titles

Division Chief, Orthopaedic Spine Surgery

Primary Academic Title

Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery

Background

Dr. Khaled Kebaish serves as chief of the Spine Division in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is a professor of orthopaedic surgery and neurological surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His areas of clinical expertise include spine deformities and scoliosis, degenerative spine disorders, spine tumors and disc arthroplasty.

Dr. Kebaish earned his M.D. from Cairo University. He completed his residency at University of Toronto in Toronto, Canada, and performed a fellowship in spinal reconstructive surgery at Johns Hopkins.

Dr. Kebaish's research interests include the clinical and functional outcomes of spine surgery with a special focus on adult deformity surgery. He also focuses on the biomechanical testing and evaluation of different fixation devices and techniques in the adult spine.

Centers and Institutes

Spine Outcomes Research Center

Additional Academic Titles

Professor of Neurological Surgery

Research Interests

Clinical outcomes in spinal deformity, Disc degeneration and biological repair, Spine biomechanics

Research Summary

Dr. Kebaish’s research focuses on the study of the clinical and functional outcome in spine surgery with special focus on adult deformity surgery. In addition, he is interested in biomechanical testing and evaluation of different fixation devices and techniques in the adult spine.

Google Scholar

https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=yYKRXoUAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao

PubMed

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?term=kebaish%20k

Selected Publications

Bian Q, Ma L, Jain A, Crane JL, Kebaish K, Wan M, Zhang Z, Edward Guo X, Sponseller PD, Séguin CA, Riley LH, Wang Y, Cao X. Mechanosignaling activation of TGFβ maintains intervertebral disc homeostasis. Bone Res. 2017 Mar 21;5:17008. doi: 10.1038/boneres.2017.8. eCollection 2017. PMID: 28392965
Carreon LY, Glassman SD, Shaffrey CI, Fehlings MG, Dahl B, Ames CP, Matsuyama Y, Qiu Y, Mehdian H, Cheung KM, Schwab FJ, Pellisé F, Kebaish KM, Lenke LG. Predictors of Health-Related Quality-of-Life After Complex Adult Spinal Deformity Surgery: A Scoli-RISK-1 Secondary Analysis. Spine Deform. 2017 Mar;5(2):139-144. doi: 10.1016/j.jspd.2016.11.001. PMID: 28259266
De la Garza Ramos R, Goodwin CR, Passias PG, Neuman BJ, Kebaish KM, Lafage V, Schwab F, Sciubba DM. Timing of Complications Occurring Within 30 Days After Adult Spinal Deformity Surgery. Spine Deform. 2017 Mar;5(2):145-150. doi: 10.1016/j.jspd.2016.10.009. PMID: 28259267
Jain A, Kebaish KM, Sciubba DM, Hassanzadeh H, Scheer JK, Neuman BJ, Lafage V, Bess S, Protopsaltis TS, Burton DC, Smith JS, Shaffrey CI, Hostin RA, Ames CP; International Spine Study Group.. Early Patient-Reported Outcomes Predict 3-Year Outcomes in Operatively Treated Patients with Adult Spinal Deformity. World Neurosurg. 2017 Mar 10. pii: S1878-8750(17)30315-7. doi: 10.1016/j.wneu.2017.03.003. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 28288920
Miller EK, Neuman BJ, Jain A, Daniels AH, Ailon T, Sciubba DM, Kebaish KM, Lafage V, Scheer JK, Smith JS, Bess S, Shaffrey CI, Ames CP, International Spine Study Group. An assessment of frailty as a tool for risk stratification in adult spinal deformity surgery. Neurosurg Focus. 2017;43(6):E3.

Locations

Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
- 601 North Caroline Street, Suite 5009, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 443-997-2663
- fax: 410-614-1451
Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10803 Falls Road, Pavilion III STE 2100, Lutherville, MD 21093
- phone: 443-997-2663
- fax: 443-769-1281

Expertise

Education

University of Toronto Temerty Faculty of Medicine

Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1999

Memorial Medical Center

Residency, Surgery, 1995

Cairo University Faculty of Medicine

Medical Education, MBBCh, 1994

Board Certifications

Orthopaedic Surgery

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2003

Insurance

Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.

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Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5

201 ratings, 75 reviews

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

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5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 2/5/2025
Very helpful
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 1/16/2025
Knowledgeable and good sense of humor
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 1/15/2025
Dr. Khaled Kebaish is very caring and very professional and treats his patients with kindness.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 1/2/2025
He was very nice and explained things to me, he's a very caring dioctor.
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/18/2024
Dr. Kebaish is thorough and most definitely knows his patients. He has excellent delivery for patients and how he teaches his resident/interns. He is the best and I trust no other Dr in the field.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/18/2024
Dr. Kebaish was patient and understanding of my condition. He provided as much information as possible with the test results he had at hand and indicated that after additional testing/scans are conducted he can better evaluate my problem.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/18/2024
Very professional
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/18/2024
Dr Kebaish is clearly an extraordinary provider with good bedside manners.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/12/2024
Dr. Kebaish was extremely attentive and patient in explaining the X-ray and MRI images and surgical choices.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/11/2024
Great listener , follow up in one month , attentive and instructions clearly presented. Look forward to seeing how I am progressing at next appointment.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/4/2024
Saw the whole person/A broad view. Dr was steady, wise, focused.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/4/2024
Dr K. Kebaish and his team are excellent and I always look forward in seeing them. I feel great about their care for me.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/4/2024
Deme. Kebaish and the entire team are excellent.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 11/27/2024
Dr. Kebaish is a highly skilled physician that ensures that each patient's concerns are heard and addressed. I am forever grateful for him and his team.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 11/21/2024
Among all of the extremely professional physicians I have known, Dr. Kebaish is the most impressive by far.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 11/21/2024
Excellent
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 11/20/2024
Dr Kebaish listened to me and was kind. Very informative.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 11/20/2024
He explained everything about my situation very good
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 11/14/2024
Dr. Kebaish is "the man". Dr. Kebaish kept me walking.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 11/6/2024
Excellent quality service and accountability. Provided caring service and it was easy to see how much Dr. Kabaish and his team set high goals for a successful surgery and recovery. Dr. Kabaish is hands down the best spinal physician in the world.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 10/16/2024
Dr. Kebaish is a very personable and outstanding surgeon, and I would recommend him to anyone with back problems.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 10/16/2024
He changed.My life after surgery for the best
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 10/10/2024
He is the best.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 10/10/2024
Thorough and polite
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 10/9/2024
Love the surgeom, very upbeat, easy to talk to
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 10/3/2024
Dr. Kebaish was courteous and professional and warm and friendly. He really put me at ease.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 10/2/2024
The very best possible!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/25/2024
Great
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/25/2024
An experienced professor . He is the one that diagnosed my medical condition. I trusted him with my life.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/18/2024
Dr. Kebaish is outstanding! It's a pleasure receiving care from him at every visit.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/18/2024
Dr. Khaled Kebaish He is a very caring/understanding doctor.He shows Interest / and focuses on my problem. HE ALWAYS Treats me as a Person and NOT A NUMBER
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/4/2024
Dr. Kebaish is the only doctor I trust with my spine. He is compassionate and cares about my well being.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/21/2024
Very good
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/15/2024
Dr Kabaish is an excellent surgeon. Miracle worker for me!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/15/2024
Dr. Kebaish is an expert in his field. He is honest in his assessment. His communications are friendly and direct.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/14/2024
He was fantastic
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/14/2024
Dr. Kebaish is very knowledgeable & thorough. We travel from out of state for this Doctor because he is the best in his field!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/1/2024
Dr. Kebaish is awesome. He answered all of my questions and explained my options for treatment.
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/1/2024
The doctor made me feel comfortable
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 7/31/2024
Knowledgeable, concerned, and compassionate.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 7/18/2024
My provider is very compassionate professional and caring. As well as his NP they are a very good team.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 7/11/2024
This was a follow-up visit, 3 months post surgery. Dr Kebaish was pleasant and easy to talk with.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 7/10/2024
Outstanding in all aspects as doctor and chief spine surgeon.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 7/3/2024
Dr. Kabaish was excellent. He correctly diagnosed a hip condition that had been previously misdiagnosed as a back problem for more than six months.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 7/3/2024
DR KEBAISH HAS ALWAYS BEEN VERY THOUGHTFUL AND THOROUGH WITH MY CARE
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 6/26/2024
Very professional..concerned kind caring and knowledgeable about condition..excellent care
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 6/20/2024
Detail, compassion, strong medical knowledge with simple term to understand, professional, effective
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 6/19/2024
Dr. Kebaish & the doctor's that work with him are very personable, professional & caring.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 6/19/2024
My visit was very good. Will be going back to them after CT scan and MRI are completed.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 6/5/2024
Dr Kebaish is superior in every aspect
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/22/2024
Does a super job
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/9/2024
Dr. Kebaish is a highly experienced provider. I truly recommend him to anyone that needs special attention to the health of their spine.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/9/2024
Extremely professional provided me with information that I could understand thorough exam
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/9/2024
Dr. Kebaish is an excellent doctor and when needed spends times with his patients. As I was a follow up not much was needed.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/9/2024
Gifted, scheduling could be improved....there's always a delay in seeing him even though I ARRIVE ON TIME OR EARLY.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/9/2024
I like my doctor and he knows my case that why I can't go to any other doctor
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/2/2024
He is a god!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/2/2024
Excellent
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/1/2024
Listen to my concerns and did a nice job reassuring me.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/25/2024
Dr Kebaish has rescued me from living hell following spinal surgery performed elsewhere
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/25/2024
He is the greatest. I look forward to my appointments. He has a wonderful sense of humor, definitely an asset.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/24/2024
Dr. Kebaish has provided me the most excellent orthopedic care.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/18/2024
Dr. Kebaish thoroughly explained the problem which we had been looking for for several years. He spent a good amount of time answering our questions
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/17/2024
Dr. Kebaish consistently shows patience, respect, and compassion. His surgical technique is unparalleled. He explains things in a very understandable way and seeks to resolve any issues. Never dismissive or patronizing.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/17/2024
Informed. Sensitive. Reassuring.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/17/2024
I am very pleased with my Orthopedic Doctor
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/10/2024
One of the best spinal doctors
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/10/2024
I came in for a specific problem and he was focused on something completely different;
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/3/2024
Dr. Kebaish is dedicated, compassionate and professional. He strives for excellence.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/3/2024
Professional and personable
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/3/2024
He was very knowledgeable, compassionate, listened very well, answered my questions.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 3/27/2024
Dr. Kebaish is a very genuine individual who is extremely knowledgeable as well as caring and courteous.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 3/21/2024
Dr. Kebaish was very thorough in his approach to my follow-up spinal fusion and the time it would take to be as whole as possible health wise.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 3/20/2024
Dr. Kebaish is a very compassionate and caring physician who spends the appropriate time with his patients, which is a blessing in our current environment.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 3/20/2024
He was patient through all my many questions and answered them completely.