
Evalina Burger MD B.Med.Sc; M.B.ChB.;M Med (Ortho);FAAOS
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
MD. Chair of Orthopedic Surgery, Anschutz medical Campus Robert D'Ambrosia Endowed Chair
12605 E. 16th AvenueAnschutz Inpatient Pavilion, 1st floorAurora, CO 80045
Overview of Dr. Burger
Dr. Evalina Burger is an orthopaedic surgeon based in Aurora, CO, specializing in orthopedic spine surgery. She earned her medical degrees from the University of the Free State and is experienced in areas such as minimally invasive spine surgery, facet syndrome, musculoskeletal oncology, spine deformity surgery, and thoracic spine surgery. Dr. Burger has published several papers, including studies on the impact of insurance on access to orthopedic surgeons and on patient-specific spine rods. Her clinical trials include Sagittal Plane Correction with the Pass-LP Device. She has received multiple honors, including CMS Meaningful Use Certifications and being recognized as one of the Top 30 Women in Spine and Neurosurgery to Know.
Education & Training
University of PretoriaMaster in Medicine, Orthopedic surgery, 1987 - 1993
University of the Free StateClass of 1984, B Med Sc; & M.B.Ch B
Certifications & Licensure
CO State Medical License 2006 - 2027
LA State Medical License 2001 - 2007
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory - Core EMR, Epic Systems Corporation, 2012, 2014, 2016-2017
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory 2014 Certified EHR Suite, Epic Systems Corporation, 2012, 2014, 2016-2017
- Becker’s list of Spine Surgeons to Know 2014
Clinical Trials
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- 2 citationsImpact of Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance on access to orthopedic surgeons of the spine: a national mystery caller study.Nicholas A Felan, Evalina L Burger, Dane R G Lind, Jason P Sidrak, Daniel J Stokes
The Spine Journal. 2026-05-01 - Coronal Plane Correction in Adults with Patient-Specific Rods.Anna Sater, Alexander Ho, Christina Koshak, Andriy Noshchenko, Evalina Burger
Spine. 2025-11-24 - 5 citationsThe impact of patient-specific spine rods on spinopelvic parameters after short segment degenerative lumbar fusions.Katherine Drexelius, Eren O Kuris, Anna Sater, Evalina L Burger, David C Ou-Yang
Journal of Spine Surgery. 2025-03-24
Journal Articles
- Predictors of Spine Deformity Progression in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Systematic Review with Meta-AnalysisNoshchenko, A., Hoffecker, L., Lindley, E. M., Burger, E. L., Cain, C.M., Patel, V. V., & Bradford, A. P., World Journal of Orthopedics, 1/1/2015
- Long Term Treatment Effects of Lumbar Arthrodeses in Degenerative Disc DiseaseNoshchenko, A., Hoffecker, L., Lindley, E. M., Burger, E. L., Cain, C. M., & Patel, V. V., J Spinal Disord Tech, 1/1/2015
- Randomized Controlled Trial of Minimally Invasive Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Using Triangular Titanium Implants vs Nonsurgical Management for Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction...Polly, D.W., Cher, D.J., Wine, K.D., Whang, P.G., Frank, C.J., Harvey, C.F., Lockstadt, H., Glaser, J.A., Limoni, R.P., Sembrano, J.N., INSITE Study Group., Neurosurgery, 1/1/2015
Books/Book Chapters
Abstracts/Posters
- Long-Term Patient-Centred Clinical Outcomes of Lumbar Arthrodeses un Degenerative Disc Disease: A Systematic review with Meta-Analysis.Burger E, Lindley E, Noshchenko A, Cain C, Patel V., SICOT World Congress, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1/1/2014
- Post-Market Analysis of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) Stimulation Use for Cervical Fusion.Burger E, Kleck C, Illing D, Lindley E, Cain C, Patel V, SICOT World Congress, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1/1/2014
- Rates of Complications and Required Additional Surgical Interventions after Surgical and Nonsurgical Treatment in Lumbar Spondylosis: A Systematic Review and Meta Anal...Burger E, Lindley E, Noshchenko A, Cain C, Patel V., SICOT World Congress, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1/1/2014
Lectures
- Theories and Concepts Behind Stand-Alone Anterior Fusions1/1/2016
- Risk Factors Associated with Rod Fracture After Osteotomy for Adult Spinal Deformity1/1/2015
- The Effect of Electronic Medical Record System Implementation on Complication Rate in Adult Spine Deformity SurgerySanta Rosa, Florida - 1/1/2014
Other
- The Cutting Edge, MD
University of Colorado - 1/1/2014 - Guest Star, Dr. Evalina BurgerInternational Magazine for Spinal Surgeons (IM)Prove
1/1/2014 - Saving a Patient from His Flak Jacket
UCHWallStories.com
University of Colorado Hospital - 1/1/2013
Press Mentions
10 Spine Surgeons to KnowApril 28th, 2026
A Simple Shot Shows Promise to Reverse Osteoarthritis Within WeeksApril 6th, 2026
Top 10 Spine Review Articles: June 22-26June 26th, 2020
Committees
- Member at Large, AAOS Board of Directors 2023 - Present
Professional Memberships
- Fellow
- American Orthopedic AssociationMember
- Scoliosis Research SocietyMember
External Links
- CU Orthopedics https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/orthopedics
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna Choice POS II
Aetna HMO
Anthem PPO
BCBS Blue Card PPO
CIGNA HMO
CIGNA Open Access
CIGNA PPO
First Health PPOGreat West PPO
Humana ChoiceCare Network PPO
Kaiser Permanente
Multiplan PHCS PPO
Multiplan PPO
Rocky Mountain Group/Indiv - HMO/Private Pay
United Healthcare - Direct Choice Plus POS
United Healthcare - Direct Options PPO - Please verify your coverage with the provider's office directly when scheduling an appointment
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