Spine Surgery
BayCare Clinic offers comprehensive spine care for a full range
of spinal conditions, including acute injuries, degenerative
conditions of the neck and back, as well spinal fractures and
tumors.
We offer the most advanced spine care available for back and
neck problems, and are recognized as innovators in the region. For
example, we were the first to use minimally invasive spinal fusion
and artificial disc replacement to treat degenerative disc
disease.
Whether we recommend spine surgery or other treatments, our goal
is to minimize pain and return the patient to his or her normal
life as soon as possible.
Spine Disorders
Our spine specialists focus on the diagnosis and treatment of
acute and chronic spine disorders, including:
- Back pain and neck pain
- Herniated disc (also known as bulging disc, ruptured disc, or
slipped disc)
- Degenerative disc disease
- Sciatica
- Spinal stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal fractures
- Spinal infections
- Spinal tumors
BayCare Clinic offers the full range of non-operative, minimally
invasive and surgical management for most spine conditions.
Non-operative treatment approaches may include physical therapy,
therapeutic injections, or pain management. When spine
surgery is required, we use safe, effective treatments, including
the latest medical advances and minimally invasive procedures.
Back Pain Relief
Back pain is the #1 reason people miss work and the #2 reason
they visit a doctor. In many cases, back pain is the result of a
spinal problem. Sometimes back pain resolves itself over time
with conservative, non-invasive treatments. But when
conservative approaches fail, back surgery may be
necessary.
Treatment options include fusions, minimally invasive spine
surgery or traditional open back surgery. The neurosurgeons
at BayCare Clinic will help you determine if spine surgery is right
for you.
Providers
Paul Baek,
MD
Mark Gardon,
MD
Wesley
E. Griffitt, MD
Richard
Harrison, MD
Max Ots,
MD