Spine

The first patient to have an endoscopic lumbar fusion with robot-assisted technology in California is going well six months after the procedure, San Ramon (Calif.) Regional Medical Center said Feb. 17.

Milwaukee-based Scoliosis Research Society received a $3 million gift from a late Delaware woman who had the disease, Milwaukee Business News reported Feb. 18.

As of September/October 2021, half of hospitals that offered lumbar spine MRIs were compliant with a CMS mandate to publish their prices online, researchers with the Harvey L. Neiman Health Policy Institute found.

Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas, are the most expensive cities in the U.S. to undergo total disc replacement surgery, according to Healthcare Bluebook, which helps patients shop for affordable care in their area.

The co-founder and leader of a healthcare startup company and nine more spine surgeons to know:

Chester Donnally, MD, is making a name for himself both inside the operating room and on social media after one of his TikTok videos racked up more than 1 million views this week.

Gary Michelson, MD, purchased a mansion worth $23.9 million in Brentwood, Calif., Dirt Luxury Real Estate News reported Feb. 15. 

Alexander Ghanayem, MD, was named chief medical officer of Maywood, Ill.-based Loyola Medical Group.

More patients are using online platforms such as Instagram, Facebook and YouTube to seek information on medical conditions, treatment options and physicians. Spine surgeons, recognizing the value of social media, are using such platforms to build their brand, engage and…

Spinal cord implants have gained traction in recent months for their ability to relieve pain in patients.