Here are four highlights:
1. Dr. Lewandrowski collaborated with other surgeons to demonstrate performing surgical procedures, such as endoscopic surgery.
2. He noted endoscopic surgery presents a steep learning curve and Brazil lacks trained endoscopic spine surgeons.
3. The Brazilian Medical Military Academy also honored Dr. Lewandrowski for his work to create an outpatient spinal surgery program for recruits.
4. Dr. Lewandrowski completed his residency at Boston-based Massachusetts General Hospital.
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