Evidence based contemporary specialist surgical care

Hello, I’m Dr Simon Clark

Complex Spinal Neurosurgeon in Adelaide

Dr Simon Richard Clark is a complex spinal neurosurgeon with a PhD in neuroscience and extensive experience in adult spinal surgery. He has held senior leadership roles in spinal services overseas and contributes to spinal professional bodies in Europe and Australia. He now cares for patients at The International Spine Centre in Adelaide.

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Meet Dr Simon Clark

Your trusted spinal specialist

Dr Clark brings decades of experience to help patients with spine disorders regain comfort and mobility.

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Years Of Medical Experience

Comprehensive care for Spinal Conditions

Conditions Dr Clark treats

Dr Clark manages common and complex spinal conditions, offering tailored treatment plans to help reduce pain and improve function.

Cervical radiculopathy

Nerve compression in the neck leading to arm pain, weakness or numbness.

Spinal cord compression in the neck and upper back causing clumsiness, gait changes and hand or body dysfunction.

Craniocervical instability

Excess movement where the skull meets the spine, which can threaten spinal cord safety.

Lumbar radiculopathy

Nerve pain in the lower back and leg, often called sciatica.

Lumbar spinal stenosis

Narrowing of the lower spinal canal that can cause back and leg pain or difficulty walking.

Degenerative deformity

Age‑related changes in the spine leading to curvature, imbalance and mechanical back pain.

Intradural conditions

Conditions arising within the spinal canal’s lining, including tumours, cysts and vascular lesions, that can compress the spinal cord or nerves.

Cancer that has spread to the spine from elsewhere in the body, potentially causing pain, weakness or spinal instability.

Spinal trauma and fractures

Injuries to the spine, including broken vertebrae, that may require stabilisation to protect the nerves.

Adelaide‑based care at leading facilities

Consulting & surgical locations

Dr Clark consults at The International Spine Centre and operates across premier private hospitals.

Visiting Medical Officer (VMO)

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Clients Treated

Why choose Dr Simon Clark

Specialist spinal care with depth and balance

Dr Clark combines decades of neurosurgical and complex spinal experience with a patient‑centred approach, advanced technology and clear communication for both patients and referrers.

Broad adult spinal expertise

Care for the full spectrum of spinal disorders, from nerve pain and stenosis to deformity, trauma and tumours.

Advanced technology in theatre

Use of enabling technologies such as neuronavigation and robotics to support precise planning and surgery where appropriate.

Leadership and academic grounding

Extensive leadership experience in complex spine surgery at a major neuroscience hospital, with a PhD in neuroscience and ongoing involvement in peer‑reviewed research and review.

Trusted medicolegal opinion

Many years of experience providing balanced expert opinion for plaintiff and defendant cases, negligence, road trauma and personal injury. Services can be provided in Melbourne or Adelaide. Please contact us for more information.

Comprehensive Assessment and Reporting

Medicolegal Services

Require an independent medical examination, permanent impairment assessment or expert opinion?

Submit a referral to arrange a medicolegal report with Dr Simon Clark.

FAQ

Helpful Answers to Common Questions

Every situation is different, but these brief answers may help you understand the next steps before you get in touch.

A referral is recommended for Medicare and insurance purposes, but Dr Clark also accepts direct patient enquiries to discuss whether a consultation is appropriate.

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Articles & Updates

Spinal surgery news and insights

Recent articles covering spinal conditions, treatment advances and surgical techniques.