🎥 Pushing the Boundaries of Spine Surgery with Advanced Technology

Here’s a glimpse of my recent talk at the Saudi Spine Conference in Riyadh, where I had the privilege to discuss how I leverage cutting-edge technology to deliver precision-driven spine surgeries.

From robotics and AI-driven surgical planning to virtual modeling and custom implants, I’ve embraced a combination of tools that allow me to create tailored surgical plans for my patients—particularly those with scoliosis and spinal deformities.

What sets my approach apart is the seamless integration of these advanced technologies to ensure unparalleled accuracy and better outcomes for each patient.

Grateful for the opportunity to share my methods and to learn from the incredible expertise present at the conference. Together, we’re shaping the future of spine surgery!

#SpineSurgery #InnovationInMedicine #RoboticsInSurgery #SaudiSpineConference #PatientCenteredCare

✨ Honored to Share and Learn at the Saudi Spine Society! ✨

I had the privilege of being invited by the Saudi Spine Society to deliver a keynote talk on the evolution of sagittal alignment of the spine. It was an incredible opportunity to dive deep into a topic that continues to shape the future of spine care.

In addition, I had the pleasure of presenting on optimizing patients prior to scoliosis and spinal deformity surgery, sharing strategies to improve outcomes and enhance patient care.

The highlight of the event, however, was reconnecting with old friends and meeting new colleagues who are as passionate about advancing spine surgery as I am. I was truly impressed by the complexity of cases being tackled in Saudi Arabia and the exceptional quality of care being provided.

Grateful for the opportunity to exchange ideas and be inspired by the innovative work being done globally.

#SpineSurgery #MedicalInnovation #GlobalCollaboration #SaudiSpineSociety

Case 1, Part 3:
Follow up on our patient who had spondylolisthesis at L4-5, disc degeneration at L3-4, and severe arthritis at L5-S1.

We chose L3-S1/ilium reconstruction with TLIF L4-S1.

Great news! She can now stand upright without needing a walker. 🌟🩺 #SpineSurgery #BackPainRecovery #MedicalCommunity

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Case 1 – Part 2: Our patient with back and leg pain came back after a few months. She tried a procedure called #Vertiflex somewhere else but her symptoms worsened. Now, she can’t stand upright and uses a walker.

New X-rays show her spine issues have worsened

What is the problem with the treatment she’s had? What can be done now? 🩺💬 #BackPainJourney #SpinalHealth #ChronicPain #

Follow to learn how we treated her

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Meet a 55-year-old woman struggling with back pain and leg pain due to #stenosis and #spondylolisthesis that makes it hard for her to walk long distances. She’s tried physical therapy and received injections, but the relief has been short-lived. What treatment options do you think could help her next?

Follow to learn what happens next

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Preop optimization of adult patients undergoing surgery for #scoliosis, #kyphosis, or #spinaldeformity is crucial for the best outcomes.

Our recent publication in #spine provides practical steps for physicians to optimize these patients.


Key factors: osteoporosis, prehabilitation, functional status, multidisciplinary screening, infection, obesity, nutrition, smoking, diabetes, blood loss, opioid use, psychosocial factors.


Preoperative optimization can enhance outcomes and reduce complications.
Katiyar, Prerana BSa; Reyes, Justin MSb; Coury, Josephine MDb; Lombardi, Joseph MDb; Sardar, Zeeshan MDb. Preoperative Optimization for Adult Spinal Deformity Surgery: A Systematic Review. Spine 49(5):p 304-312, March 1, 2024. | DOI: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000004823


https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37678375/

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Had a great time presenting research and sharing knowledge at the AO Spine Global Spine Congress in Bangkok last week.

Also, great to continue to work with the AO Spine Deformity Knowledge Forum.

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Follow up on Severe Malalignment case.

Here is the follow up on the severe malalignment case


The patient underwent posterior instrumentation from T12-S1/Pelvis, TLIF at L5-S1 and a Pedicle Subtraction Osteotomy at L5.


She has done great many years postop and was extremely grateful and happy at being able to stand upright after decades.

neurosurgery #physicaltherapy #chiropractor #spine #spinehealth #spinesurgery #scoliosis #scoliosissurgeon #spinedeformity #spinaldeformity #idiopathicscoliosis #degenerativescoliosis #kyphosis #flatback #spinalalignment #spondylolisthesis #roboticsurgery #harringtonrods

Top 3% in Spine

I am honored to announce my inclusion as one of the top 3% Spine Research All-Stars for 2024! This honor is in recognition of the quantity and quality of the Spine research i’ve co-authored and published. The Healthcare Research All-Star lists are compiled by @Avant-garde Health and include only the top hospitals and surgeons publishing leading-edge research in Spine care.

https://avantgardehealth.com/best-surgeons-and-hospitals-research-all-stars

#HealthcareResearchAllStars #neurosurgery #physicaltherapy #chiropractor #spine #spinehealth #spinesurgery #scoliosis #scoliosissurgeon #spinedeformity #spinaldeformity #idiopathicscoliosis #degenerativescoliosis #kyphosis #flatback #spinalalignment #spondylolisthesis #roboticsurgery #harringtonrods

FLATBACK WITH PRIOR HARRINGTON ROD. CAN THIS BE TREATED?

This was recently presented as my case of the month by NASS. Severe sagittal and coronal malalignment in a patient in their 50s.

-Prior surgery 40 years ago

-Inability to stand upright (uses cane to ambulate) for years

-Fatigue while ambulating

-Lumbar radicular pain

-Localized bilateral gluteal pain

-Inability to lie down flat

Important observations:

– Notice the compensation from the lower extremities, especially knees in the sagittal AND coronal planes.

– Disc ossification and small disc heights at the fused segments even though prior surgery was all posterior. This is commonly seen in adults who had posterior fusion at a young age

neurosurgery #physicaltherapy #chiropractor #spine #spinehealth #spinesurgery #scoliosis #scoliosissurgeon #spinedeformity #spinaldeformity #idiopathicscoliosis #degenerativescoliosis #kyphosis #flatback #spinalalignment #spondylolisthesis #roboticsurgery #harringtonrods