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The Minimally Invasive Spine Program at Washington Hospital offers high-quality, effective treatment for patients with a wide variety of spinal conditions. We specialize in reconstructive spinal surgery. Our team of experts uses minimally invasive techniques to give patients the best possible outcomes while making treatment and recovery faster and easier.
Our program offers world-class care in a highly accessible, local setting. We bring together a specialized team of spine experts, skilled nursing professionals and other health care professionals to successfully manage the entire diagnostic, treatment and recovery process.
Back and Spine-related disorders can be debilitating and potentially incapacitating. It is estimated that 70 to 85% of all people will suffer from back pain during their lives and some will require replacement surgery to gain relief from pain and improve their quality of life. To better treat back and spinal conditions, our orthopedic surgeons collaborate to provide patients with a comprehensive array of treatment options using the latest techniques and state-of-the-art-technology.
Our program's experienced team of professionals works with patients every step of the way, from pre-op classes with specially trained physical and occupational therapists to detailed follow-up after surgery.
Besides experiencing an improved quality of life after surgery, patients benefit from the most effective, least invasive treatment possible. They spend less time in the hospital and are able to return quickly to their normal activities.
Patients like Steve Roach and Virgina Phy came to Washington Hospital so they could be treated by a Washington Hospital neurosurgeon who specializes in spine surgery, and take advantage of the latest technology.
Steve Roach was working at his job in shipping and receiving 10 years ago when he injured his back picking up a box. That started a long, painful journey that resulted in five back surgeries. The pain was so debilitating, he has been unable to work since it happened. But now the Willits resident is back on his feet again thanks to the spine surgery he underwent in the new surgical suite at Washington Hospital.
Virginia Phy had been physically active most of her life, enjoying outdoor adventures like river rafting and zip lining. But in her mid 60s, she started to have trouble walking due to pain in her back and leg. A few years ago she had a laminectomy, which removes bone that protrudes from the vertebrae, as well as a fusion. That solved the problem, but eventually put stress on the vertebrae above and below it. In December 2012, she had another laminectomy and fusion in Washington Hospital's new state-of-the-art operating room. Because her bone is very narrow in diameter, the imaging guidance system was essential in placing the screws. Phy was back to work in just four weeks.
Read more about their stories: Spine Surgery Patients Benefit From New Surgical Suite.
As part of the Washington Hospital Healthcare System, the Minimally Invasive Spine Program offers patients streamlined access to related programs and services that provide high quality care, education and support, including:
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