Kenneth S Bode, MD
A member of Texas Health Physicians Group
Kenneth S Bode, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
Offers Video Visits
Texas Health Orthopedic Specialists 6301 Harris Pkwy
Ste 200
Fort Worth, TX 76132-4265
Ste 200
Fort Worth, TX 76132-4265
About Me
Specialties
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
Hospital Affiliations
Texas Health Fort Worth
Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth
Gender
M
Languages
English
Education
Thomas Jefferson University, Fellowship - 2012
Wilford Hall Medical Center - SAMMC South, Residency - 2008
Uniformed Services University F Edward Hebert School of Medicine, Medical Education - 2003
Bio
Dr. Kenneth Bode is a decorated United States Air Force Colonel with additional expertise as an Air Force Flight Surgeon. Among his deployments was a stint in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. After nearly three decades of service to his country, with several decades as a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and fellowship-trained spine surgeon, Dr. Bode began his civilian career early in 2024. He also served as an assistant professor/clinical associate professor in the Department of Surgery at Uniformed Services University in Bethesda, Md. from 2013 to 2024.
Dr. Bode incorporates a comprehensive, evidence-based approach tailored to each patient with minimally invasive endoscopic and robotic spine surgeries. Additionally, he performs deformity and revision spine surgeries and concurrent arthroscopic sports procedures with spine surgeries. He dedicates his service to providing patients with empathy and the best experience through state-of-the-art cutting-edge techniques/systems with minimized discomfort and downtime. Dr. Bode considers his practice of medicine as a calling to alleviate pain and improve the lives of individuals in his community.
Dr. Bode earned his medical degree at the Uniformed Services University. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center in Lackland, Texas, and later his spine surgery fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University/Rothman Institute in Philadelphia, Pa. He also holds a master’s degree as a Certified Physician Executive and a Master of Strategic Studies. Dr. Bode is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.
Away from his work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and their five biological and two foster-adopted children. Together, they like to travel, compete in sports, spend time outdoors (especially in the water) and try new cuisines.
Dr. Bode incorporates a comprehensive, evidence-based approach tailored to each patient with minimally invasive endoscopic and robotic spine surgeries. Additionally, he performs deformity and revision spine surgeries and concurrent arthroscopic sports procedures with spine surgeries. He dedicates his service to providing patients with empathy and the best experience through state-of-the-art cutting-edge techniques/systems with minimized discomfort and downtime. Dr. Bode considers his practice of medicine as a calling to alleviate pain and improve the lives of individuals in his community.
Dr. Bode earned his medical degree at the Uniformed Services University. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center in Lackland, Texas, and later his spine surgery fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University/Rothman Institute in Philadelphia, Pa. He also holds a master’s degree as a Certified Physician Executive and a Master of Strategic Studies. Dr. Bode is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.
Away from his work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and their five biological and two foster-adopted children. Together, they like to travel, compete in sports, spend time outdoors (especially in the water) and try new cuisines.
Accepted Insurance
= Accepting New Patients
6 Degrees-Fort Worth Firefighters
Aetna Medicare Adv
Aetna TX HealthAetna
Ambetter-ACA/Marketplace
American Health Advantage
BCBS Blue Advantage HMO(ACA)
BCBS Blue Choice PPO
BCBS Blue Essentials (HMO Blue)
BCBS Blue Medicare Advantage HMO
BCBS Blue Medicare Advantage PPO
BCBS MyBlueHealth
Care N Care Medicare Adv
Cigna Commercial
Cigna Medicare Adv HMO
Cigna Medicare Adv PPO
Coventry First Health
Galaxy
HealthFirst TPA-Ardent Health Services
HealthSmart
Humana ChoiceCare Commercial
Humana HMO PPO Medicare Adv
Medicare Railroad
Medicare Tarrant
PHCS Multiplan
ProCare Advantage Medicare HMO
QuickTrip
Self-pay
Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP)
Tricare Humana Military
TriWest (BCBS)
UHC AARP Medicare Adv
UHC Commercial
USA Commercial PPO
WellCare Medicare HMO/PPO
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Comments
4.8 out of 5 (81 Ratings, 31 Comments)
Sep 2024Filled out all the forms on line e-check in. None of the info was picked up by the office. Not connected to the hospital portal. Another thing I don't like is that because he the doctor had not committed to this surgery he doesn't have to send a summary of visit to "My.Chart!"Sep 2024I absolutely love this practice!Sep 2024Dr. Bode is a great addition to the Fort Worth medical community.Sep 2024Told me what I needed to hear and a plan to get healthier.Sep 2024I really appreciate the time he took with me to explain and go over everything and in a manner I could understand. Made me feel very comfortableSep 2024I was very amazed at how kind and sweet everyone was.Sep 2024Thank U to ALL the StaffAug 2024Everyone was so helpful and friendlyAug 2024Very professionalAug 2024Dr Bode is very thorough and knowledgeable. He understood my concerns and fears and addressed them appropriately. I appreciated his authentic concerns.Aug 2024The staff is courteous and knowledgeable.Aug 2024Care and detail was excellentAug 2024Very positive experience throughoutAug 2024Fantastic doctor. His knowledge is amazing.very patient. Answers questions that other doctors could not. Nurse was also very helpful.Aug 2024Doctor and nurse are a great teamAug 2024They are excellentAug 2024ExcellentAug 2024Excellent doctor. Patient, and knowledgeable.Jul 2024I had a great experience with the staff and Dr. Bose! They were helpful and knowledgeable. I felt like I was in good hands.Jul 2024GreatJul 2024Very goodJul 2024I had a question after I got home. I used the patient portal and Dr Bode answered promptly. Thanks.Jul 2024Dr. Bode was kind ,patient and explained things well. My husband and I were very impressed! Great doctor!Jul 2024Great staff!Jul 2024Dr Bode is an excellent and professional physician! He diagnosed my problem Immediately and suggested a treatment plan pending a review of my MRI. He was very friendly and attentive. He listened very carefully to everything I said! I like him very much!Jul 2024Dr. Bode is a competent professional !Jul 2024Was great, provided good diagnosis that other doctors have not diagnosed.Jul 2024Great experienceJun 2024I absolutely love Dr. Bode! Very compassionate and he listened and understood my pain and frustration as well as asked me what I wanted from the visit instead of just telling me his plan. I wish this was my primary care physician.Jun 2024I felt I had been his patient for years. Very compassionate and reassuring. Extremely knowledgeable. Allied my anxieties and totally reassured me with a plan to help.Jun 2024Excellent!!!