8 Facts to Know About Scoliosis
Scoliosis is a widespread, sometimes genetic, spinal disorder that affects 2% to 3% of the US population, or approximately 6 million to 9 million people. However, with novel therapeutic...
Spotlight Video | What Are Brain Tumors? | Harold K. Smith, MD, FAANS
Dr. Harold K. Smith is a board-certified neurological surgeon who practices at Neurosurgical Specialists of El Paso in El Paso, Texas. Dr. Smith, a leading neurosurgeon at the...
Patient Education Series | What Is Cancer Neurology? | Sigmund Hsu, MD
Dr. Sigmund Hsu is a board-certified neurologist & neuro-oncologist who treats patients at UTHealth Houston Neurosciences located in Houston, Texas. Dr. Sigmund Hsu is a...
Brain Surgery with Light and Sound
Technology is the linchpin in advanced medical procedures. One of the most important inventions in medicine was Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). The concept of using magnetic...
Health in Focus Series | Increased Intracranial Pressure | Phillip A. Villanueva, MD, FAANS
Diagnosing and Treating Fatty LiverFatty liver disease occurs when fat constitutes more than 5-10% of the liver's weight. In its early stages, fatty liver is often asymptomatic,...
Implementation of Enhanced Recovery Protocol After Spinal Surgery
Improving Spine Outcomes Through an Enhanced Recovery Protocol After Surgery Federico C. Vinas, MD, FAANS, FACSMedical Director Neurosurgery, Advent Health Daytona Beach Enhanced...
Cervical Artificial Discs Provide Alternative to Cervical Spinal Fusion for Selected Patients
Cervical Artificial Discs Provide Alternative to Cervical Spinal Fusion for Some PatientsFederico Vinas, MD, FAANS, FACSMedical Director NeurosurgeryAdventHealth Daytona BeachFor...
Achieving Excellence in Neurosurgery
Achieving Excellence in Neurological SurgeryFederico C. Vinas, MD, FAANS, FACSMedical Director, Neurosurgery, Advent Health Daytona BeachNeurosurgery is a highly specialized specialty....
Patient Education Series | Neurosurgical Treatments For Epilepsy | Phillip A. Villanueva, MD, FAANS
Unlocking Freedom: Navigating Neurosurgical Treatments for EpilepsyEpilepsy disrupts lives, but there's hope within neurosurgical treatments. These interventions aim to reduce,...
Back Pain Identification
Back pain is one of the most common conditions affecting Americans each year. It is estimated that 80-90 percent of our population will experience back pain significant enough...
