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Dr. J. Alexander Holbert

Dr. J. Alexander Holbert is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon specializing in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine conditions. His clinical interests include disc herniations, spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, spinal deformity, and traumatic spine injuries.

Dr. Holbert earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Geisinger Health System. He went on to complete advanced fellowship training in spine surgery at the nationally recognized Twin Cities Spine Center, one of the country’s premier institutions for spine care and innovation.

Dedicated to providing personalized, evidence-based care, Dr. Holbert offers a full spectrum of treatment options—including minimally invasive techniques, motion-preserving procedures, and complex spinal reconstruction. He works closely with each patient to develop a treatment plan focused on relieving pain, restoring function, and improving quality of life.

Originally from Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, Dr. Holbert is honored to return home to care for the community that helped shape his values and aspirations. He takes great pride in serving his hometown with compassion, integrity, and surgical excellence.  He has special interest in minimally invasive techniques, motion preservation and spinal deformity.

In his leisure time, Dr. Holbert enjoys skiing, golfing, traveling and spending time with family and friends.

Testimonials

What Patients Are Saying

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Have to have spinal surgery and was sent to him. He explained everything that needed to be done and even showed me on my MRI of what was going on with my back. I thought he was very thorough. Also did not rush!!!

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Debra B.

August 11, 2026

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Professional , caring, thorough

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August 6, 2026

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From the moment I met Dr Holbert he was so kind and understanding. He made you feel like he had all the time in the world for you. He was so informative and his care team was amazing as well. Any questions I had were promptly answered. My surgery was flawless- my recovery was incredible. I couldn’t believe the pain was gone immediately. I am so grateful for Dr. Holbert’s compassionate bedside manner and superb surgical skills. He changed my life.

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August 5, 2026

Certifications & Accreditations

Provider Background

Medical School
  • Pennsylvania State University - College of Medicine, Hershey, PA
Residency
  • Geisinger Health System, Danville, PA
Fellowship
  • Twin Cities Spine Center - John H. Moe Spine Fellowship, Minneapolis, MN
Board Certifications
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery – Board Eligible
Group Memberships
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • North American Spine Society
  • American Medical Association
Affiliations
  • OSS Orthopaedic Hospital
  • PSH Hampden Medical Center
  • UPMC Hanover Hospital
  • UPMC Memorial Hospital

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