Sierra Pacific Orthopedics Welcomes Devan O. Higginbotham, M.D.

Dr. Devan Higginbotham has joined Sierra Pacific Orthopedics, the region’s most preferred orthopedic practice, and is now seeing patients. Dr. Higginbotham is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of back, neck and spine conditions. Patients in need of specialized care for chronic back, neck or nerve-related issues are encouraged to call the practice at 559-256-5200 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Higginbotham at the practice’s Spruce Campus at 1270 E. Spruce Ave.

As a fellowship-trained spine surgeon, Dr. Higginbotham specializes in advanced treatment for the spine. His expertise includes surgical and nonsurgical techniques to address each patient’s individual needs. His expertise includes:

  • Cervical disc replacement.
  • Cervical, lumbar and sacroiliac joint fusions.
  • Compression fracture treatment.
  • Disc herniation treatment.
  • Minimally invasive robotic surgery.
  • Revision spine surgery.
  • Scoliosis correction surgery.
  • Spinal decompression procedures.
  • Spinal deformity correction.

“As we grow to better serve our community, we are proud to welcome Dr. Higginbotham to Sierra Pacific Orthopedics’ Spine Center,” said Dr. Connor Telles, fellowship-trained spine surgeon at Sierra Pacific Orthopedics. “Dr. Higginbotham prioritizes working with each patient to find the right solution that restores their quality of life and provides lasting relief, and that makes him a strong addition to our spine team.”

Dr. Higginbotham attended Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in North Chicago, Illinois, where he completed his Master of Science degree in biomedical science. Continuing at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, he earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the university's Chicago Medical School. Dr. Higginbotham then underwent an orthopedic surgery residency at Detroit Medical Center and Wayne State University in Michigan. He committed to additional training, refining his skills through a spine surgery fellowship at the University of California, Davis in Sacramento.

To learn more or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Higginbotham at Sierra Pacific Orthopedics, please call 559-256-5200.