Dr. Jeffrey Carlson performs Virginia’s 1st ALIF surgery Using Synfix Evolution Device: 3 takeaways

Jeffrey Carlson, MD, became the first surgeon in Virginia to perform an L5-S1 Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion using the Synfix Evolution ALIF System, according to a press release.

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Here are three takeaways:

 

1. Dr. Carlson performed the procedure at Mary Immaculate Hospital in Newport News, Va.

 

2. A stand-alone device, the Synfix Evolution ALIF System minimizes trauma and post-surgical pain for patients.

 

3. Dr. Carlson noted the device allows facilities to reap savings through shorter OR times and by utilizing fewer resources.

 

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