Why Motion-Preserving & Endoscopic Surgery?
Fellowship-trained expertise in advanced techniques that preserve your spine's natural function while minimizing surgical trauma.
Fellowship-Trained Foundation
My fellowship training at Mayo Clinic emphasized the importance of preserving spinal motion whenever possible. This philosophy drives my approach to patient care and surgical decision-making.
Rather than defaulting to fusion procedures, I evaluate each patient for motion-preserving alternatives that can provide excellent outcomes while maintaining natural spine function.
Core Principle
"Preserve what can be preserved, stabilize only what must be stabilized."
Training Background
- Mayo Clinic Fellowship in Spine Surgery
- Advanced endoscopic techniques training
- Motion preservation specialization
- Minimally invasive surgery expertise
Benefits of Motion Preservation
Why maintaining natural spine movement matters for long-term outcomes
Natural Movement
Preserves your spine's natural range of motion, allowing for normal daily activities and sports participation.
Adjacent Level Protection
Reduces stress on neighboring spine segments, potentially preventing future problems at adjacent levels.
Faster Recovery
Motion-preserving procedures often allow for quicker return to activities compared to fusion surgeries.
Endoscopic Surgery Advantages
Minimally invasive techniques for maximum patient benefit
Minimal Tissue Damage
Small incisions preserve muscle and soft tissue integrity.
Reduced Blood Loss
Precise visualization minimizes bleeding during surgery.
Outpatient Potential
Many procedures can be performed as same-day surgery.
Enhanced Visualization
High-definition cameras provide superior surgical precision.
Patient Selection Criteria
Not every patient is a candidate for motion-preserving or endoscopic surgery. I carefully evaluate:
- Disc height and quality
- Facet joint condition
- Spinal alignment
- Patient age and activity level
- Bone quality assessment
Motion-Preserving Procedures
Advanced techniques that maintain spinal function
Cervical Disc Replacement
Artificial disc implants that preserve neck motion while eliminating pain from damaged discs.
Learn More →Endoscopic Discectomy
Minimally invasive removal of herniated disc material through tiny incisions.
Learn More →Cervical Foraminotomy
Decompression of nerve roots while preserving spinal motion and stability.
Learn More →Evidence-Based Approach
Decisions guided by current research and clinical outcomes
Research Focus
- Long-term motion preservation outcomes
- Adjacent segment disease prevention
- Endoscopic technique refinement
- Patient-reported outcome measures
Clinical Application
Every surgical recommendation is based on the latest evidence and your individual anatomy, lifestyle, and goals.
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