Spinal Instrumentation Misconception
One of my spine surgeon friends posted about spinal instrumentation using a scan of Robbie Knievel's spinal fusion to show how it can break. One thing they failed to convey…
One of my spine surgeon friends posted about spinal instrumentation using a scan of Robbie Knievel's spinal fusion to show how it can break. One thing they failed to convey…
An artificial disc is a prosthetic designed to mimic the size and functionality of a real disc. By choosing a Total Disc Replacement (TDR) for eligible patients, the patient is…
(Part 3/3) Mel and I took a quick tour of the Bohemian Crash Pad and Bent's Opera House after a bangin' seven course meal. To all my spine friends: Bring your…
(Part 2/2)This caramelized fennel and shallot mixture is so good it could be a meal of its own! Dive into this arborio rice and fennel recipe with us as Mel and…
Sing it with me: Vacation's all I ever wanted! When and where was your last vacation? Until this trip to Naples, FL my last vacation was...pre-covid?! Struggling with chronic back…
(Part 1/2) In the OR I always take great care of my patients but outside of the OR, my patients often take care of me! Mel and I were recently…
Spine surgery may sound like a major undertaking but no one should have to live with recurrent or debilitating back pain. In this case, I performed a total disc replacement.…
Striking the right balance of work and working out can be challenging. My go-to? Stair machine + Weights + Strength training! 💪 Keepin' fit as I find my footing post-surgery.…
To quote a popular Broadway musical: On the outside always looking in... Except with an endoscope I can go right INSIDE the spine for better visualization. This gives me an…
(Part 2/2) On a rainy day don't get mad, get oven! We skipped the grill to start our steaks on the stovetop, then finish in the oven. Watch to the end…