Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Traditional open surgery often requires long incisions and shifting aside healthy muscles to reach the problem area. Minimally invasive surgery uses highly specialized instruments, microscopes, or tiny cameras (endoscopes) passed through a few small openings. Instead of cutting or stripping your muscles, we gently guide them apart. For you, this means an incision often no larger than a small coin, significantly reduced pain, and a much cleaner cosmetic result.

While any medical procedure carries some inherent risk, minimally invasive techniques generally present fewer complications. Because the incisions are so small, there is significantly less blood loss and a dramatically reduced risk of post-operative infection. It is a very safe option, but during our consultation, we will honestly weigh the specific safety profile of your procedure against all alternative paths.

While technology has advanced beautifully, it is not a universal fix for every condition. Many common issues—like herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and certain tumors—are excellent candidates. However, highly complex or extensive spinal reconstructions might still require traditional open techniques to keep you completely safe. My philosophy is always to personalize your treatment to what will truly give you the best, safest outcome.

Yes, for the vast majority of our spine and brain procedures, you will be comfortably asleep under general anesthesia so that you feel absolutely no pain or discomfort. In certain highly specialized brain cases, we might utilize mild sedation, but we will thoroughly discuss the anesthesia plan together well in advance so you feel completely prepared and at ease.