Dr. Wood has a professional interest in treating adult spinal disorders, including scoliosis, trauma and degenerative conditions. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Wood also conducts research on several topics, including the effects of instrumentation on spinal deformity, the dynamics of the intervertebral disc and alternative methods and implants for spine surgery.
During his career, Dr. Wood has worked with European scientists to develop restorable implants for use in spinal fusions. He hopes innovation in this field will allow surgeons to discard many of the metallic-type implants that currently are used in spine surgery. Dr. Wood has also published his research in professional journals, such as Spine and The Journal of Trauma.
Popular publications, such as The Boston Globe, have called upon Dr. Wood to share his expertise with their readers. When asked whether walking is good for preventing osteoporosis in the spine, Dr. Wood responded, “Anything that makes bone bear weight is good for quality.” He went on to explain, “All bones—spine bones and big leg bones—will respond to pressure from weight by forming more bone.”
Dr. Wood earned his medical degree from Albany (N.Y.) Medical College and completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. His additional training includes a spine surgery fellowship at Twin Cities Scoliosis and Spine Center at the University of Minnesota.
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