Jason M. Cuellar, MD, PhD is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic spinal surgeon. He attended medical school at Stanford University, residency training at NYU-Hospital for joint diseases ...

From clinical outcomes to costs, here are the key discoveries in spine surgery this year: 1. A study from Plano-based Texas Back Institute found positive clinical results for patients having hybrid ...

Several types of back surgery can help reduce back pain. Common procedures include spinal fusion, discectomy, and disk replacement. Recovery times may depend on the extent of the procedure. Share on ...

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Advancements in disc replacement surgery are revolutionizing spinal care. The latest technology offers new hope for pain relief and mobility. Dr. Patrick Tomak– neurosurgeon ...

A study recently published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery shows that two-year outcomes of artificial disc replacement for two-level disc disease is an effective alternative to fusion, ...

Lumbar total disc replacement patients tended to have more facet injections following surgery compared to those having anterolateral lumbar interbody fusion, according to a study published in the ...

Tiger Woods' major health issues continue with the 15-time major champion having disc replacement surgery Oct. 10. Woods, the Jupiter Island resident, announced on social media he had a collapsed disc ...

Whether you are experiencing lower back pain or leg numbness, or if you have a painful herniated disc, there is an “ultra minimally invasive” spine surgery option that uses even smaller incisions that ...

Here are 10 stories focused on spine surgery and outpatient spine that drew readers’ attention in 2025: 1. Some fee-for-service spine procedures in traditional Medicare will have prior authorizations ...

Tiger Woods underwent lumbar disc replacement surgery on Friday, the 15-time major champion announced on X on Saturday. “After experiencing pain and lack of mobility in my back, I consulted doctors ...

If you find yourself asking if you can get back to your favorite hobbies after a back or neck surgery, take some advice from us. In short, you absolutely can. Desert Institute for Spine Care (DISC) ...