About
Peter Syre, MD has pursued a deep interest in the neurosciences throughout his career. Before medical school, he volunteered with the Peace Corps in South America. He completed his residency at the University of Pennsylvania and followed that with fellowship training in the treatment of spinal disorders, also at the University of Pennsylvania.
Dr. Syre focuses on spinal scoliosis, spinal trauma, tumors of the spine, and the broader range of neurosurgical diseases. He believes exemplary neurosurgical care begins with treating each patient as a person, not a diagnosis, and structures individualized treatment plans accordingly. Outside the clinic, he spends time hiking Colorado's parks and cycling with his wife and children.
Education & Training
Residency
Residency at the University of Pennsylvania
Fellowship
Fellowship in the treatment of spinal disorders at the University of Pennsylvania
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Syre right for?
Dr. Syre is a strong fit for patients navigating complex spinal conditions. Those dealing with scoliosis, spinal trauma, or spine tumors benefit from his fellowship-level training. Patients who want individualized treatment plans rooted in thorough evaluation will find his approach well-matched to their needs. He also treats broader neurosurgical diseases for patients seeking experienced specialty care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Syre treats spinal scoliosis, spinal trauma, tumors of the spine, and a broad range of neurosurgical diseases. His clinical focus centers on complex spinal conditions that benefit from fellowship-trained surgical expertise.
Dr. Syre completed both his residency and his fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania. His fellowship focused specifically on the treatment of spinal disorders, giving him advanced expertise in complex spine care.
Dr. Syre treats each patient as a person, not a diagnosis. He builds individualized treatment plans based on each patient's specific condition and circumstances. This philosophy shapes every aspect of his clinical process.
Yes. Before medical school, Dr. Syre volunteered with the Peace Corps in South America. That experience reflects a commitment to service that continues to inform his patient-centered approach.
Yes. Smith Medical Direct Specialty Care operates on a cash-pay model. Dr. Syre's procedures are priced all-inclusively, covering facility fees, anesthesia, labs, and physician fees. A $275 initial consultation fee applies toward the procedure cost if surgery proceeds.
Dr. Syre applies his neurosurgical training to develop treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific spinal diagnosis. His fellowship training at the University of Pennsylvania focused on the full spectrum of spinal disorders.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026