J. Rush Fisher, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
Accepting new patients
Sees patients age 18 and up
Penn Spine Center Valley Forge
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Make an appointmentCall 800-789-7366
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About me

Dr. Fisher’s clinical interests include diagnosing and treating complex spinal conditions such as adult spinal deformity. He specializes in cervical and lumbar disc replacement surgery, endoscopic spine surgery and minimally invasive lateral fusions. He was recognized in the 2025 Mainline Region Top Doctors in Orthopedics: Spine surgery.

Education and training

  • Medical School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
  • Residency: University of Pennsylvania Health System
  • Fellowship: MetroHealth Medical Center, Case Western Reserve University

What my patients think about me

Average Rating

483 reviews

Comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Penn Medicine.

Anonymous
March 2026
excels in knowledge, patients in explaining, the kind of doctor who cares
Anonymous
February 2026
their purpose was to fix the issues in my back.
Anonymous
February 2026
dr fisher is the best
Anonymous
February 2026
excellent ability to explain complicated issues with compassion and understanding

Insurance accepted

My Locations

Penn Medicine hospital privileges

  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania: Has privileges to treat patients in the hospital.
  • Pennsylvania Hospital: Has privileges to treat patients in the hospital.
  • Penn Presbyterian Medical Center: Has privileges to treat patients in the hospital.
  • Chester County Hospital: Has privileges to treat patients in the hospital.
Dr. Fisher is a Penn Medicine physician.

Qualifications and experience

Treatments and Conditions