SSM Health Medical Group
Amit Bhandarkar, MD
Orthopedic Surgery, Pain Medicine, Spine Surgery

SSM Health Medical Group - Orthopedic Podiatry & Spine Care - Centralia
402 N. Pleasant Ave. Centralia, IL 62801
Dr. Amit Bhandarkar is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon who is globally trained and fellowship-certified. He is located at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia, IL. Dr. Bhandarkar incorporates comprehensive pain management into his practice by addressing pain as a critical symptom. He is committed to efficient and compassionate care. Combining advanced surgical skills with a deep understanding of patients' diverse needs, Dr. Bhandarkar provides personalized and effective treatment plans. His dedication to evidence-based medicine is supported by numerous international publications, affirming his role as an expert in spine surgery. He treats patients 18 years of age or older for a wide variety of spine and neck conditions.
About Me
Specialties
Orthopedic Surgery
Pain Medicine
Spine Surgery
Gender
Male
Education
Jawahar Lal Nehru Medical College
Internship, 2002
Hospital For Joint Diseases
Fellowship, 2013
Jawaharlal Nehru Medical School
Medical School, 2002
Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College
Residency, 2007
University of Alabama Hospital
Fellowship, 2011
Hospital Affiliations
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia
Certifications
Amer. Academy Neurological & Orthopaedic Surgeons
Drug Enforcement Administration
Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation
Reviews
Rating Breakdown
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Question Breakdown
4.6Overall Experience4.7Listened Carefully4.7Explained Things Clearly4.3Knew Medical History4.7Involved in Care Decisions4.8Showed Courtesy & Respect
Patient Reviews
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4.5 out of 5
30 ratings,
11 reviews
4/1/2026
Very professional
3/25/2026
He gave more information about my condition and a treatment plan
10/30/2025
I really like him, he explains everything what is happening to me
10/24/2025
He's a great doctor
9/19/2025
needing back surgery, when he gets me fixed up I'll be happy
Map & Directions
SSM Health Medical Group - Orthopedic Podiatry & Spine Care - Centralia
402 N. Pleasant Ave.Centralia, IL 62801
Mon
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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