Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar Spine Surgery
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Disc Herniations
Spinal Deformity
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Robert Meyers, PA-C, Physician Assistant
Lynette P. CST, Patient Coordinator
Moline, Illinois
Hometown
Rock Island, Illinois
Undergraduate Studies
Southern Illinois University, Bachelor of Arts in Biological Science, Minor in Chemistry
Medical School
Southern Illinois University – School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
Residency
Saint Louis University, Orthopedic Surgery
Fellowship
OrthoIndy, Spine Surgery
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery
North American Spine Society
Rock Island County Medical Society
My regular Physician sent me here to have Dr. Berry evaluate my exrays and MRI done of my back. I was having back spasms and pain in my hip a month ago. She said I needed to see a surgeon and had me thinking my back was in horrible shape. He was very kind and told me I didn't need surgery... that what is causing my back spasms and hip pain was degenerative osteoarthritis. He told me he could refer me to the pain management clinic if needed. Very nice Dr and all of the staff there was super friendly. This was at ORA in Clinton. Thank you Dr. Berry
I had s/p left L5-1 TLIF W PPS lumbar back surgery.
He wasn't able to help my particular condition but he referred me to another physician who hopefully can. He seemed genuinely interested in offering me help and seemed to really want to help ease my pain. Very easy to talk to and he actually listened!
He said he didn't feel comfortable to do my surgery and that I needed a surgeon who does the kind of surgery that I need all the time. I really appreciated that he would say that rather than do a surgery he couldn't do or feel comfortable doing.
Dr. Berry is very professional and I’m feeling confident and comfortable with my upcoming surgery. I have no doubt that he will have me feeling my best again real soon!
Dr Berry was so nice and explained everything so I could understand. He remembered my daughter whom he had seen simetimr back. It’s amazing he remembered her with all the patients he sees. I trust Dr Berry to do my surgery. Can’t get a better doctor. His nurse Lynette is fantastic. The staff at IRA are very helpful.
I’ve been treated for several different problems over a period of time by ORA and each time has been a good experience. Everyone seems to be in a good mood and that makes a big difference to me as a patient
Very honest and caring. Referred me to hand specialist since his schedule would not allow for quick treatment.
All the doctors I have dealt with have been very professional and care about the problems I have.
We met with Doctor Berry after having x-ray done of back and was told that Leo has arthritis and would be able to have another surgery because of age. We thank Doctor Berry for all the help he gave us both with back surgery.
So far… I am incredibly pleased with Dr. Berry. He thoroughly explained what issues I was having and the procedure that will be needed to resolve it. He is very kind and answered all my questions.
Dr. Berry is fantastic! From the minute I was checked in everything was perfect. Almost no waiting at all. Dr. Berry spent time with me figuring my lower back issues out. He came up with a plan and I am on the path to getting better. Top to bottom this was one of the best visits to any doctor appointment. Thank you ORA staff and Dr. Berry!
Dr. Berry was awesome! No issues since surgery in November.
This doctor took time out his busy day to see me, an unscheduled patient in pain. Staff is all amazing and I feel like I’m in good hands
I was just there for an MRI but I couldn’t do it and Dr. Berry took time out his day to look at me and help me. The whole staff is amazing and LGBTQ+ friendly!! I feel like I’m in great hands ??
I was very pleased with the time that Dr.Berry took to explain my situation and how we will proceed with my treatment. I’ve been a patient with ORA before and everyone is pleasant.
I was referred to Dr. Berry due to chronic back pain that had become so bad I struggled to walk. Dr. Berry diagnosed the issues and provided several options outlining the pros and cons of each. I elected to have surgery with Dr. Berry. The results have proved to be better than expected. There has been tremendous relief and the ability to get active again.
Dr. Berry was incredibly knowledgeable and forthcoming. He was patient, kind and a good listener. I highly recommend him.
I had spinal stenosis surgery on May 26. From the beginning I felt very comfortable and confident with Dr Berry. Wonderful bedside manner and overall nice person. Alot of pain after surgery, but I am getting better. Very confident that I will get back to normal. It will take awhile but it will happen. Thank you Dr Berry And thank you your staff and Genisis East I would recommend Dr Berry for anyone with severe leg and back pain
Had answers of what was wrong with my back in less than a hour after almost six months of pain going somewhere else. Thank you!
Dr. Berry listen and explains everything about what is going to be done to you.
Yes, I would strongly recommend Dr Berry to family and friends. Dr Berry has operated on both my cervical and lumbar spine with positive results. Prior to my surgeries I met with Dr Berry; he explained the diagnosis and how the surgical procedure would relieve my pain. Dr Berry took his time in his explanations and gave me all of the time I needed for questions. He did not pressure me and encouraged me to talk with my family before making a decision. I felt confident that Dr Berry had my best interest in mind in encouraging me to weigh my goals v risks. I feel very positive about the outcome of both surgeries.
I have had excellent care from Dr Berry and would highly recommend him to my friends. He has that “Bedside” manner to match his skilled hands. He always addresses my questions with answers that help. I have referred friends to him.
Dr. Berry took the time to explain my results and answered my concerns. He was very professional and understanding.
Very professional staff that listen and do all they can to help you. Very knowledgeable , friendly and kind. I have always been totally satisfied and never had any problems with any of the staff. Great place highly recommended
He was on time, and was very knowledgeable about my condition. He was straight forward, spoke like he knew I wanted the facts and gave a honest assessment.
It was very positive appt. And very professional made me feel comfortable and like my ailment was important to them. Want to thank them.
Very good explanation of procedure to be used.
Polite and very skilled
ORA staff are all very friendly and efficient from the time you check in until you check out. Dr. Berry has performed 2 different back surgeries this past year. I am very pleased with the results. I have also seen Dr. SANJAY. HE is so kind, never in a hurry. He takes time to listen to you. ORA IS wonderful. Cudos to all who work there.
My visit with Dr. Berry was for the purpose of assessing an acute problem as well as to reassess a previously diagnosed issue. Dr. Berry was very helpful in explaining options for my diagnostic and possible treatment options.
Excellent care, great timely service
Surgery July of 19 and Dr. Berry insisted It would take time for my nerves to come to life. After 6-9 months I began to feel pain again and worked with therapists and was begging for something to happen. Just short of my new surgery date for a stimulator ( and exactly what Dr. Berry said) it could take a year to fully feel normal. 1 year and a dew weeks and my back feels great, the best I have felt since my accident and credit to the entire staff at ORA for making me feel as close to whole again!!! Only place I would recommend Thank You, M. Hess
Wonderful experience with Dr Michael Berry he is a caring young dr who is great
Dr Berry is a great doctor, he was honest and told me up front about my problems and was really nice to talk to.
DR Berry was the best. I appreciate his straight forward approach right from the start. He is an awesome surgeon I would refer anyone with back issues as I had to definitely see him . He helped me get back to normal life again. Thank you Dr Berry
He exceeded my husband’s Expectations. He is very through about explaining the procedure that he had done. Dr Berry was very confident That this will take care of the pain. Would have no problem referring people to Dr Berry for Back and Spine surgery.
Doc Berry is honest, insightful, and a decent human being. Thank you doc!!!
Dr. Berry was very professional and comforting. I was very impressed with him and the knowledge he had during my visit.
Everything handled smoothly from checking in to scheduling mri and next appt
Always in a great mood! Very professional. Great doctor!
Dr. Berry is a great doctor. He explains what he's going to do in a manner which is easy to understand. I have had 2 surgeries done by him and I would recommend him in a heartbeat.
With my first meeting with Dr. Berry I felt a sense of professionalism. He came right to the point of explaining my health situation and the path he recommended for my full recovery.
I'd met Dr. Berry years ago. He was able to use that consultation to advise our course of action.
After a long road of back and leg pain, I had a laminectomy on L3-L5 and Dr Berry assured me that he was very confident that this would help. After the surgery I was free of nerve pain. A few months down the road I experienced nerve pain in my right leg and had hoped it was not anything that had gone wrong. Dr Berry again assured me that he had given my nerves tge room they needed and he explained my nerves may be wakinhg up. I have tried a lot of adjustmenyts and exercises and I am finally pain free.
Excellent
I had lumbar fusion surgery to alleviate spinal stenosis. Results were immediate (day of surgery). He thoroughly explained the procedure he would use for the surgery. He also explained to my wife how the surgery went shortly after it was completed.
Dr. Berry and his staff were very friendly & courteous. Dr. Berry did an awesome job listening to the issues I was having and explaining to me what the MRI results revealed. He also did a great job at laying out my options to remedy my back pain. When the appointment was over Dr. Berry told me to feel free to call him with any issues or questions. I definitely left his office feeling my well being was a genuine concern of Dr. Berry and his staff.
C6 pinch nerve, Dr. Berry did a great job explaining my options. Will be moving forward with his recommendations.
Very professional. Listened to & addressed concerns. Realistic with prognosis.
He saw that I was scared thinking that I had a need for surgery but he reassured me that it wasn't necessary
Very professional, thorough and caring. Easy to talk to. Felt like he listened and genuinely took what I had to say seriously. Couldn’t be happier
Had neck surgery. I was very impressed by Dr. Berry. He was very professional and very likable. I was released after 6 weeks and feel fine. I will stay with him for some lower back issues when I'm ready for help with that.
I have complete faith in Dr. Berry . The first time I had my appointment with Dr. Berry four years ago he said he didn’t think I was ready for surgery, but he did say I would probably be back in time. He was right, I will recommend Dr. Berry to everyone I know who needs back surgery .
Dr. Berry was definitely the right choice for my surgery. He took the time to thoroughly explain the procedure and what to expect. No regrets on my part and I felt great within a few days after surgery. I can't thank him and his staff enough.
The very best there is! !!!!
Dr. Berry was very personable. He took his time explaining my situation and listened to my concerns. He gave me options, did not pressure me, and supported my decision.
Leg pain completely gone. Great doctor.
I have recieved treatment from Dr Berry and it went as he said it would. So I completely trust him. He is very professional and polite.
Dr. Berry is very personable and easy to talk to. Since he is a surgeon, I was concerned that he might strongly recommend surgery. I was pleased to hear that I could wait until my condition got worse and I could be the one to determine the need for surgery.
Very personable. Explained in detail & took time for questions.
Michael was verry courteous and informative about my procedures he did a great job and the nurses were professional and did there jobs great two thumbs up i would go there again if ever needed.
Dr. Berry made me very comfortable when he entered the room for consultation. Explained the problem and process to fix it. Very thorough and carrying gentlemen. Concerned for patients comfort through recovery to return to a normal life...
Dr. Berry has taken excellent care of me since I first walked into his office. He explained everything thoroughly including the surgery that I would need. He has been very caring and never hesitates to reassure a nervous patient that worries. Dr. Berry gave me back my life.
Dr. Berry made me feel comfortable right away. He explained everything about my condition, explained the surgery to fix it and let me decide what I wanted to do. He has been very caring the whole time and really wants to help the patient have their life back pain free. I cannot express my gratefulness to him enough.
Dr. Berry has taken excellent care of me from the first appointment. He explains everything very thoroughly and wants the patient to be a part of the decision for their care. I could not have asked for a better experience or a more caring physician.
I chose Dr. Berry because when I left his office after my consultation I felt so comfortable. He is so personable. He cares about YOU. He explained the whole surgery, risks, complications and what Spinal Stenosis was and why it needed ti be tsken care of. He sent a oacket home with me that also explained everything and had diagrams of the spine and labeled the parts of the spine it was talking about. It talked about preparing before surgery to what to expect after. He gave the name and number of his nurse at the office for any questions before surgery or after. After my surgery in came in the post op and told me how it went and talked ti me for a minute and went to the waiting riim and talked to my friends. They really liked him to and appreciated him going out to talk to them. I would highly recommend Dr. Berry.
Just finished my surgery. They were descriptive on everything they were doing. They made me feel comfortable and kept my girlfriend up to date on all that was going on during operating. Thank you Dr. Berry!
Dr. Berry was wonderful. I needed back surgery and I was very nervous about it. He explained the problem with my back, (Severe Spinal Stenosis), told me what needed to be done help my pain. He explained the whole pricedure and gave me a packet of printouts that explained evefything again with diagrams. That packet I think answered every question anyone might have about prepping for surgery to the surgery to post op care and do"s and don'ts.. Also explained about pain meds, what he would probably give to how to prevent constipation from them. If you want to be well informed before your back surgery you need to see Dr. Berry. His bedside manner is great also. He makes you feel at ease about your surgery.
Dr Barry was very nice and explained everything to me. They got me in right away. I felt very comfortable. I was nervous at first but the Dr and staff made me feel better and comfortable.
I value DR.Barrys honesty and candor, and I know from previous experience that he will take the best of care of me.
Dr. Barry has a great bedside manner, very through and timely. We would recommend him to anyone.
Dr Berry explained everything very well and the outcome was much better than I had hoped for
He was very kind and informative about my condition. Truthful and leaving the ball in my court for important medical decisions. I liked that about him and totally felt like Im in good hands.
Dr. Berry was very good at explaining to me exactly what was wrong with me and why I was having the problems I am I would definitely refer others too him. I am disappointed that he will not be able to do my surgery, but I respect his honesty that I should be referred to Iowa City.
I saw Dr Berry for my broken wrist, abrasion on my knee and 3 broken bones in my nose. He was Informative, concerned and gave me options. He took the time to make sure I understood. i am in a cast but thankful to avoid surger. From check in, nurse, dr., radiology tech to cast makers - excellent service. The only negative thing is the televisions in the back area were all set on Dish’s information channel ?
He did a fantastic job on my back very personable and to the point I would recommend him to everyone
I like that he is taking a conservative approach for my neck pain. He explained after seeing my xrays that getting an MRI would give a better view of what the problem is and that would try injections first.
Dr. Berry and staff are highly professional. And Dr. Berry is one of the best orthopedic surgeons around. I have trusted him for four surgeries.
Couldn't walk thru my house and going to do anything was nerve racking,but since the surgery I'm already at 95%.Just 2 months.Will definitely recommend Dr Berry to others.
He was very nice doctor and we'll see what you can do for me
I was very pleased with the treatment I received. Everyone was very respectful and very caring while i was being seen. I really do appreciate all the help. Thank to all at O.R.A. for everything.
Dr Michael Berry ,He operated on my back real good and I trust on him with excellent, Thanks Dr Berry.
Dr. Berry is very attentive and showed me a lot of respect while I worked through my back issue. He performed my spinal fusion in August and I have not had any pain since! My only complaint is with the billing practices of ORA. They required me to pay my share of the surgeons bill before my surgery. Then, they did not file my claim with insurance until 2 weeks after my surgery. The result: my share of the hospital bill is over by the amount I paid before my surgery (hospital made claim before ORA). ORA has been holding my $$$hostage since August and the claim is still not paid! Why can't ORA hold the deposit in escrow until the claim has processed? This $$$ is a hefty sum out of my pocket!
Dr Berry was awesome to work with on my back problem. He identified the problem quickly & got the surgery scheduled quickly. I recommend him in high regards to anyone having back or nerve issues. He has great bedside manner, very friendly & extremely knowledgeable! He explained everything clearly & concisely so I understand everything every step of the way! He is an A+++ doctor in my opinion!
Dr. Berry is amazing, describes everything very accurately, answers all questions and is very kind.
Great response from Dr. Berry! He LISTENED to my husband’s concerns and quickly created an action plan to remove the cyst and bad disk in his back. Dr. Berry is expediting my husband’s surgery due to the severity of issues. We are way thankful for Dr. Berry!
Dr Michael Berry is absolutely wonderful. His demeanor is calming and professional. He is caring and thorough. Honest. He gives other options. Does not push you straight into surgery. He listens and suggests other options.
Dr. Berry was very nice and explained Everything about the the back surgery and recovery time I need. He even gave me a packet that explained the anatomy of the back, the surgery, results, risks. Also symptoms of Spinal Stenosis. I haven’t scheduled my surgery yet but he is the one I want to do it.
My appointment with Dr Berry went well. I received an injection and it is helping.
Fast and friendly office, Michael Berry was a nice doctor and got right to the point.
Positive experience; X-rays were taken promptly; intake process went smoothly; Dr. Berry was courteous, plain speaking and clearly outlined my next steps.
After a rather rough start with the scheduling department at ORA, I finally got an appointment with Dr. Berry. He is so professional, friendly and down to earth. He listened to my spinal concerns and worked with me to get my surgery scheduled as soon as possible. I couldn't ask for a better specialist.
Dr. Was very direct, informative and understanding and gave me feedback I needed to hear
It was a very positive experience. Dr Berry explained everything that was going on with my back and why surgery wasn't advised at this time.
First time seeing Dr. Berry, felt very comfortable with him, he seemed concerned about my problem and scheduled test very quickly.
Explained problem, what he could do to eliminate the pain, how long hospital stay. Provided information on surgery which I could take home and read on what was to be done. Provided staff I could call with any questions before surgery. Sent out information on any bloodwork, x-rays, or tests to be done before surgery. Dr. has a friendly personality and felt at ease speaking with him.
After a mri and diagnosed with 2 bulging disc I was scheduled to meet with dr Berry. Not even waiting 5 minutes in the waiting room I was taken to have X-rays. After several X-rays I limped ( maybe a wobble)to exam room and dr Berry arrived shortly after examining my X-rays . After an examine and several questions he gently told me he couldn’t help me because I had bone on bone arthritis in my right hip causing the pain. He could see my surprise and dismay and offered me a tissue. He spent time showing me the xrays and recommend the next step a hip surgeon. Dr Berry receives the highest praise from me. Only wish he was a hip dr
I recently had the need to see an orthopedic doctor. My appointment was with Dr. Barry. From start to finish, I was treated respectfully. I have just begun my experience with ORA, but I expect to have similar positive experiences.
Very professional Took time to explain the procedure and was great st answering my questions