Excellence in spine care, right here at home.

“Dr. Benavides is one of the most caring individuals that I know. From my first appointment, to any follow-up visit, he has been honest with me and able to provide excellent advice. My surgery post-op care was excellent and he ensured I followed a good recovery process that was clear to both me and my husband. In addition to being kind and honest with me, he made my husband comfortable through the whole process. Due to his excellent bedside manner and transparency, he is a physician I will continue to see for all of my spine needs.”

-Molly G., Kearney NE, January 2021

Dr. Benavides has done two cervical fusions on myself. Both turned out excellent. He recently did an extensive lumbar fusion for me explaining the procedure so I could easily understand. I no longer have the severe back pain or the pain in my legs. I have had many surgeries and his kind and caring bedside manner was the best. We are lucky to have him here in Kearney, NE. I would not hesitate to have him as my surgeon at anytime in the future. Dr. Benavides, in my opinion, is the best spine surgeon and his professionalism is outstanding.

-Kevin H., Kearney, NE, October, 2023

“It’s been about 13 weeks since I had my Anterior Cervical Diskectomy Fusion done by my AMAZING orthopaedic spine surgeon Dr. David Benavides with Central Nebraska Spinal Surgery Center.

I can’t say enough about the excellent care I received from Dr. Benavides & the staff starting with my diagnosis to my surgery to my ongoing recovery.

They’ve gone above and beyond in giving me all of the support and tools I needed to get back to what I love to do...marathon running.

Sometimes an athlete is only as good as the team that keeps her running and makes sure she’s at the top of her game!

I’m so grateful that my team includes Dr. Benavides & his staff. Their high caliber of skill, care and support will allow me to safely finish the NYC United Half Marathon this week along with future races like the virtual Boston 5K, the Lincoln Half Marathon, the virtual London Marathon & the NYC Marathon!

And as a BONUS I was also able to run ONE HUNDRED MILES in 45 days after Dr. Benavides cleared me to start training back in January!!!

SO much to celebrate and so GRATEFUL that my running shoes are still hitting the pavement!!”

— Mari B., Kearney, NE, March, 2021

I had my back done about two years ago ...best experience ever... back to work very early 100% satisfied.... great person... operation was better than expected....highly recommended.

— Todd Booth, May 2018 (Healthgrades) 

I was so shocked to find that having spinal problems could cause so many issues with your health. I experienced tingling in my hands, severe weakness in my arms and hands, terrible balance and pain in my neck.

After seeking help from Dr. Benavides, who through surgery, alleviated my symptoms from degeneration in my neck. I have no pain, I don’t fear falling from being imbalanced and my strength has greatly increased in my hands and arms.

With each month that I heal, I just keep improving. I’m so grateful to be able to do things again.

-Merna C., Kearney, NE, August 2022