Oklahoma City, OK
Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Oklahoma City
Dr. Joseph Blythe is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon providing surgical and nonsurgical care for disorders of the spine, sacroiliac joint, shoulder, and knee at Blythe Orthopedics & Spine in Oklahoma City.
Training and Credentials
Dr. Blythe completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital and a spine surgery fellowship at the Spine Institute of Arizona. He is board-certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
He has been a practicing orthopedic and spine surgeon since 2014 and has practiced in Oklahoma City since 2024. His practice focuses on minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques that reduce tissue disruption and support faster recovery.
Before his surgical career, Dr. Blythe served 27 years in the U.S. military, including combat deployment with the 1139th Military Police Company in Baghdad during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Conditions Treated
- Herniated disc and sciatica
- Lumbar and cervical spinal stenosis
- Degenerative disc disease
- Spondylolisthesis
- Sacroiliac joint dysfunction
- Cervical radiculopathy
- Failed back surgery syndrome
- Rotator cuff tears
- Shoulder impingement
- Knee arthritis and meniscus tears
- Workers’ compensation injuries
- Motor vehicle and personal injury cases
Approach to Care
Every evaluation begins with a thorough history and physical examination. Imaging is ordered when it will change the clinical decision, not as a routine step. Patients receive a clear explanation of their diagnosis, a realistic assessment of their options, and a direct recommendation.
Not every spine problem requires surgery. Many conditions respond well to conservative management including physical therapy, medication, and targeted injections. Surgery is recommended only when there is a correctable structural problem and a meaningful opportunity to improve pain, function, or quality of life.
When surgery is appropriate, Dr. Blythe uses endoscopic and minimally invasive techniques that accomplish complete decompression or stabilization while avoiding unnecessary disruption of normal muscles and supporting structures.
Office Location
Blythe Orthopedics & Spine
13100 N Western Ave, Suite 200
Oklahoma City, OK 73114
Hospital privileges at Surgical Hospital of Oklahoma and OneCore Health.
405-418-4500Schedule a Consultation
Call the office directly or submit a request online. We will follow up within one business day.