Omar S. Akbik

Omar S. Akbik, MD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurological Surgery at Creighton University School of Medicine. He practices at Creighton University Medical Center and specializes in adult spinal surgery, complex spine deformity, traumatic spine injuries, and endoscopic pituitary approaches.

• Born and raised in Memphis, TN
• Undergraduate and Master’s degrees from Northwestern University
• Medical degree at University of Tennessee Health Science Center
• 7-year neurosurgical residency at University of New Mexico Hospital (Level 1 trauma center)
• 1-year fellowship in adult deformity and complex spine at University of Texas Southwestern

His research focuses on spinal deformity correction, traumatic brain injury biomarkers, and endoscopic techniques. Recent publications investigate:

• Renal function impacts in spinal fusion
• Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMIS-29, ODI, VAS)
• Psoas muscle index as a perioperative predictor
• Biomarkers in traumatic brain injury
• Endoscopic spinal abscess drainage

Dr. Akbik's clinical work spans traumatic spine/brain injuries, brain tumors, and minimally invasive spine surgery. Collaborations with colleagues like Carlos A. Bagley and Salah G. Aoun highlight his team-based approach.