Accepting new patients

W.H. Andrew Ryu, M.D., M.Sc., M.T.M., FRCSC

Accepting new patients

  • Assistant Professor of Neurological Surgery, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Neurological Surgery

Clinical focus

  • Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
  • Spinal Surgery

Locations and contact

I see patients at
Tall building with the ariel tram to its left
Center for Health & Healing, Building 1
503-494-8311
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About me

Dr. Ryu graduated from the University of Toronto with an Honors Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in neurosciences. His graduate thesis in traumatic brain injury led to an interest in pursuing a career in medicine. After obtaining his medical degree at Western University, he completed his neurosurgical residency at the University of Calgary and earned his board certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. In 2020, Dr. Ryu completed fellowship training in complex and minimally-invasive spine surgery at Rush University.

Dr. Ryu’s clinical interests are in neurosurgery and spine surgery. He is passionate about providing cutting-edge comprehensive care for patients with spine and spinal cord disorders. Specifically, he specializes in degenerative spine disorders, spinal deformity, and spinal oncology. Dr. Ryu utilizes novel surgical and non-surgical treatments including minimally-invasive techniques to optimize the functional health and quality of life of his patients.

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • B.Sc., 2005, University of Toronto
    • M.Sc., 2008, University of Toronto
    • M.D., 2012, Western University

  • Residency

    • Neurosurgery, University of Calgary, 2012 - 2019

  • Fellowship

    • Complex and Minimally-Invasive Spine Surgery, Rush University, 2019 - 2020

  • Certifications

    • Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, 2019

Memberships and associations:

  • American Association of Neurological Surgeons
  • Congress of Neurological Surgeons
  • AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves
  • North American Spine Society
  • Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
  • Korean American Spine Society
  • Canadian Spine Society
  • Canadian Neurological Sciences Federation
  • American Medical Association
  • Canadian Medical Association
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.7 out of 5 (54 Ratings, 21 Reviews)

The patient ratings score is an average of all responses to the question "How likely would you be to recommend this provider to your family and friends (on a scale of 0 to 10)" on our nationally-recognized NRC patient surveys.

  1. He listened and encouraged to ask questions and shared his opinion. Very caring clinician.

  2. Dr. Ryu was very knowledgeable, respectful and understanding. He explained the options well and answered all of my questions in ways I could easily understand. He was straightforward and kind.

  3. I felt confident with my doctor and I felt heard.

  4. She was friendly warm and professional they made feel comfortable and at ease

  5. Took over an hour to talk with me. Was caring and concerned and understood my feelings and fears about surgery. Gave options and made a plan forward

  6. Dr Ryu is very thorough and explains things in a clear, easy to understand but precise manner.

  7. I was a bit disappointed with his clinical notes. He did not list the possible problems with the surgery

  8. I love all service staff overall super thank you

  9. You are all smart, kind & assisstive

  10. Excellent review of pf.problem & options to survive

  11. Dr Ryu discussed everything I had wanted to cover, offering his advice on future plans if I start having more pain. He encouraged my continued walks, acupuncture, PT, Y workouts and shots if the pain returns. He also made me know I could call him if needed! Reassurance

  12. Dr Ryu is very thorough, and knows what he's talking about. He explains what's happening. And covers every thing.

  13. Dr Ryu is a caring physician and he shows respect and consideration for me. I feel confident in his care and am rejoicing that I am now free from the pain that kept me homebound for a year.

  14. I feel confident Dr Ryu is I trust to do best job to relieve my pain and get me back to active Life

  15. Fair, didn't push an agenda. Open and willing to have a conversation about all the options (surgery and non). Much appreciated.

  16. Dr Ryu did great explaining the situation and forethought the problem and ordered a new MRI in case further work needed to be done So all necessary things could be done!

  17. Dr. Ryu is professional in his approach. Very informative regarding any issues current and potential when discussing the specific medical treatments.

  18. Concerned, explained all issues well . Made you feel confident in care plan

  19. Extremely knowledgeable and helpful

  20. Provided excellent care. Takes time to explain condition & surgery. Great bedside manner. Would highly recommend to anyone needing a neurosurgeon.

  21. Dr Ryu was respectful of my time and my person as well as how I explained my back and related pain to him. He seemed sincerely concerned about my diagnosis and showed me my X-rays and MRI so that I would understand the diagnosis. In depth, he explained treatment options and the follow up and made sure I understood there was no guarantee. I am convinced of my allegiance to Dr Ryu, his skills and desire to give me his best treatment.