WNY’s Leading Spine Surgeon
Your Top Choice for Spine Surgery
Dr William Capicotto, MD is the leading spine surgeon in Western New York, one of the first surgeons in the country to perform Total Disc Replacement Surgery, and the first spine surgeon in WNY to be certified in endoscopic, or arthroscopic, spine surgery.
With over 40 years of experience, there’s no better chance when you need to eliminate back or neck pain while preserving motion.
State-of-the-Art Motion Preserving Spine Surgery
Including Total Disc Replacement, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, and Endoscopic Spine Surgery
When you need surgery to correct back or neck pain, don’t trust just any spine surgeon. You want a surgeon that continues to learn the latest techniques and advancements, is dedicated to finding the right treatment for his patients, and has the experience to ensure a seamless operation.
Unlike fusion surgery which limits motion, Minimally Invasive and Endoscopic Spine Surgery have dramatically improved a surgeon’s ability to preserve motion. However, there are very spine surgeons capable of performing both Total Disc Replacement and Endoscopic surgeries.
Dr William Capicotto, MD has been performing TDR for over 20 years and has one of the largest groups of Artificial Disc Replacement patients in the USA.
Together, we’ll keep you moving.
Consider a Less Invasive Approach to Spine Surgery
What Is Endoscopic Spine Surgery?
Endoscopic Spine Surgery takes MISS to the next level. This ultra minimally invasive approach uses precision tools and high-end treatments for the most minimally invasive procedures.
What does this mean for our patients? It means:
- Expanded options for minimally invasive spine surgery
- An even smaller incision site (roughly the size of your baby finger)
- Reduced recovery time
- Lower rates of complication
What Is Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery?
Compared to traditional open spine surgery, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) utilizes the knowledge of important anatomy, along with cutting-edge technology, to treat your spinal condition without causing undue injury to the surrounding soft tissues. Computer-assisted technology (such as computer navigation and nerve monitoring) and highly specialized tools and instrumentation provide for the safe and effective treatment of your pain.
Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery
Artificial Disc Replacement, also known as Total Disc Replacement or TDR, replaces a damaged disc with an artificial one to preserve natural spine motion and function, and improve mobility such as bending, twisting, and rotating.
Not every patient is eligible for TDR but with growing advancements in technology and 20+ years of experience in Total Disc Replacement surgeries, we’re proud to say we have one of the largest groups of Artificial Disc Replacement patients in the USA.
Spinal Fusion Surgery
Disc replacement vs spinal fusion is largely debated, but every procedure depends on the patient. The ultimate goal in every surgery is recovery and providing patients with their best chance at a pain-free life. In some instances, a spinal fusion is still the way to go.
Spinal Fusion joins two or more vertebrae to immobilize them, limit movement, and stabilize the spine after a damaged disc is removed. Advanced age, poor bone quality, severe spinal instability, spinal fractures, and other factors may support a fusion over disc replacement.
Surgical Services
Non-Surgical Services
During your first visit, you will be seen by our staff who will gather vital information about your medical history and your symptoms. After we review your medical history and diagnostic tests, you will be presented with a variety of treatment options. We will inform you of the risks and benefits of each option, and we will always assist you in making the decision that you are most comfortable with.
When it comes time for you to discuss your treatment options, contact William Capicotto, MD.