Michael Jensen, MD, PhD

Michael grew up in Stafford County Virginia and spent most of his childhood on the east coast. Michael always had a love for the great outdoors so after graduating from high school he moved to Utah. While in Utah, he obtained a PhD in the laboratory of Dr. Maricq and focused his research on understanding the genetic mechanisms that govern nerve cell communication. Following his PhD, he pursued postdoctoral training and studied how trafficking of cellular proteins regulates synaptic function. He then pursued an MD degree from Utah and subsequently went to Stanford for his neurosurgical training. During his time at Stanford, he focused on treating complex spinal deformity and disease.  He is now completing a spinal fellowship at the University of Washington. Outside of neurosurgery, Michael is an avid outdoors enthusiast and enjoys spending time with family.