Prof. Michael G. Fehlings, M.D., PhD

Dr. Michael G. Fehlings is a Professor of Neurosurgery at the University of Toronto and Vice Chair of Research in the Department of Surgery. He serves as a Neurosurgeon at Toronto Western Hospital and holds the Robert Campeau Foundation / Dr. C.H. Tator Chair in Brain and Spinal Cord Research at the University Health Network.

Internationally recognized as a leading expert in spinal cord injury (SCI), Dr. Fehlings specializes in complex spine surgery and translational research aimed at enhancing repair and regeneration of the injured central nervous system. His work has significantly advanced the understanding of SCI pathophysiology and treatment.

Dr. Fehlings has authored over 1,100 peer-reviewed publications and holds numerous patents related to spinal cord injury therapies. His research encompasses neuroprotection, stem cell-based regeneration, and the development of clinical practice guidelines for SCI management.

His contributions have been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the Reeve-Irvine Medal, the Olivecrona Award from the Karolinska Institute, and the Henry Farfan Award from the North American Spine Society.