Medical School
- MD, Harvard Medical School (2011)
Fellowships
- Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center Program, Neurological Surgery (2019)
Department
NeurosurgeryProfessional Titles
- Neurosurgeon
Research Interests
Dr. Berry-Candelario leads our spine oncology division. He directs the center of brain and spine metastasis. One of its pillars is leading in the development and application of research for neuro-oncology care, including platforms such as LITT for brain pathology and NOMS treatment algorithm for spine tumors. In addition, he has interest in understanding the role of immunotherapy treatment for distant metastasis. A second research interest includes understanding the underpinnings of spine degeneration through the lens of the gut dysbiosis of the microbiome. Finally, in the field of spine, there is still work to be done in understanding the biomechanical breakdown of the joints due to mechanical forces. Leveraging our broad campus expertise, we are investing in partnerships to bring this new knowledge to bear on the care of our spine patients.Professional Memberships
- Congress of Neurological Surgeons, Neurosurgeon
- American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Neurosurgeon
- North American Spine Society, Neurosurgeon
Practice Locations
UCHealth Neurosciences Center - Anschutz Medical Campus1635 Aurora Ct
4th Floor
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-2080
UCHealth Spine Center - Anschutz Medical Campus
Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion - 1st Floor
12605 E. 16th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-1980
Hospital Affiliation
- University of Colorado Hospital
Specialty Information
Specialties- Neurological Surgery, Board Certification
- The American Board of Neurological Surgery, Board Certification (0001)
- Spine
- Spine - Back Pain
- Spine - Bulging Discs
- Spine - Cervical disc herniation
- Spine - Cervical Myelopathy
- Spine - Cervical spinal stenosis
- Spine - Cervicalgia (Neck Pain)
- Spine - Degenerative back conditions
- Spine - Degenerative Disc Disease
- Spine - Degenerative neck conditions
- Spine - Degenerative Scoliosis
- Spine - Disc Extrusions
- Spine - Disc Prolapse
- Spine - Disc Protrusions
- Spine - Herniated Discs (HNP)
- Spine - Low-back Pain
- Spine - Lumbago
- Spine - Lumbar disc herniation
- Spine - Lumbar spinal stenosis
- Spine - Myelopathy
- Spine - Neurogenic Claudication
- Spine - Osteoporosis and compression fractures
- Spine - Peripheral nerve compression syndromes (such as carpal tunnel syndrome)
- Spine - Radiculopathy
- Spine - Ruptured Discs
- Spine - Sacroiliac Joint
- Spine - Sciatica
- Spine - Scoliosis
- Spine - Slipped Disc
- Spine - Spinal Stenosis
- Spine - Spinal tumors
- Spine - Spondylolisthesis
- Spine - Spondylolysis
- Spine - Spondylolysis (pars defects and fractures)
- Spine - Sports-related neck and back injuries
- Spine - Thoracic Pain
Clinical Interests
Neuro-Oncology - Primary Spine Tumors, Metastatic Spine Tumors / Novel Treatments for Spinal Tumors - Immunotherapy, Radiotherapy, LIFU / Gut dysbiosis connection to spinal disorders / Biomechanics of the spine
Care Philosophy
As Director of Spine Oncology, my philosophy centers on delivering compassionate, evidence-based, and multidisciplinary care that prioritizes both survival and quality of life. I believe in treating each patient as a whole person—balancing advanced surgical and oncologic interventions with preservation of function, pain relief, and dignity. Collaboration across specialties, clear communication, and individualized treatment planning guide my practice, ensuring that every patient receives care that is not only technically excellent but also deeply humane.
Neuro-Oncology - Primary Spine Tumors, Metastatic Spine Tumors / Novel Treatments for Spinal Tumors - Immunotherapy, Radiotherapy, LIFU / Gut dysbiosis connection to spinal disorders / Biomechanics of the spine
Care Philosophy
As Director of Spine Oncology, my philosophy centers on delivering compassionate, evidence-based, and multidisciplinary care that prioritizes both survival and quality of life. I believe in treating each patient as a whole person—balancing advanced surgical and oncologic interventions with preservation of function, pain relief, and dignity. Collaboration across specialties, clear communication, and individualized treatment planning guide my practice, ensuring that every patient receives care that is not only technically excellent but also deeply humane.