Back surgery can be a life-changing decision. For many, it promises relief from chronic pain and a return to a more active life. However — as with any major medical procedure — it’s essential to ...

While the number of spine surgeons certified to perform robot spine surgery is still small, the ranks of robotics-certified physicians are growing. Here are 49 spine surgeons that operate with robotic ...

As spine programs expand, the conversation often defaults to scale: more surgeons, more volume, more complexity and a constant pressure to keep up with fast-moving technology. David Skaggs, MD, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Richard Menger is a neurosurgeon and a political scientist. A post-operative x-ray showing a spinal deformity correction for ...

Virtua Health, the largest health system in southern New Jersey, has introduced a significant advancement in spine surgery.

From spine robotics to endoscopic surgery, here are the ideas that took some time for physicians to fully embrace. Editor’s note: Responses were lightly edited for clarity. Question: What’s an idea in ...

Despite challenges in the healthcare landscape, many spine surgeons remain optimistic for the specialty, especially as innovations are unveiled. Editor’s note: Responses were lightly edited for ...

Older spine surgeons treated more complex cases than younger peers and achieved similar patient functional outcomes but still received lower patient satisfaction scores in a new study. In a ...

As outpatient spine surgery accelerates, spine surgeons are also becoming more adept in their strategies. Editor’s note: Responses were lightly edited for clarity. Question: How will your approach to ...