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News 12 Press Conference for Tizita

July 23, 2024

This is the News 12 clip of the press conference we gave regarding our care of Tizita, an 18 yo...

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Tizita Channel 4- Ethiopian Girl Stands Tall

July 23, 2024

Surgery to correct 18-year-old Tizita Tesfay’s severe scoliosis took about eight hours, but her journey was more than a year...

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Suffolk County Legislator William Spencer presents Proclamation

July 23, 2024

Suffolk County Legislator William Spencer presents Proclamation in recognition of their extraordinary generosity and selfless act of kindness which forever...

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Let the Patient Beware

July 23, 2024

Direct-to-Consumer Medical Advertising “Let the Patient Beware” Laurence Mermelstein, M.D. Watching the Olympics turns most of us into gymnastic fans...

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Gardening Tasks and Your Back

July 23, 2024

Gardening and back pain don’t have to be synonymous. Flare ups, strain, injuries or just plain ‘ole aches ‘n’ pains...

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Don’t Let Pregnancy Be a Pain in Your Back

July 23, 2024

Pregnancy is a beautiful, transformative experience, but it can also bring with it a host of physical challenges. One of...

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Diabetes and Spine Surgery: What You Need to Know

July 23, 2024

If you have diabetes and will undergo spine surgery, you need to make special accommodations to ensure a successful surgery...

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Facts Every Young Professional Should Know About Back Pain

July 23, 2024

Back pain is one of the most common health issues affecting individuals across the world, and young professionals are no...

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Poor Posture Hurts Your Health More Than You Realize: 3 Tips for Fixing It

July 23, 2024

Didn’t listen when your mom nagged you to sit or stand up straight? You should have. If you’re a serial...

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What to Do When Lower Back Pain Slows You Down

July 23, 2024

Lower back pain is a widespread issue affecting about 80% of the population at some point in their lives. It...

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Back Surgery Types: Complete Guide to Procedures and Risks
September 8, 2025
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When chronic back pain doesn’t respond to conservative treatments, surgery may become necessary. Understanding the different types of back surgery...
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Spine MRI vs CT Scan: How to Choose the Best Option
September 15, 2025
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When dealing with back pain or other spinal issues, your doctor may recommend imaging tests to get a clearer picture of what’s happening inside your...
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How Facet Joint Pain Feels and What You Can Do
October 8, 2025
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Morning stiffness, back discomfort when twisting, or neck ache after hours at your desk aren’t just minor nuisances; these symptoms could be indicators...
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How Kyphosis Affects Posture and What to Watch For - Expert Insights
October 9, 2025
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Are you having difficulty maintaining good posture no matter what? Kyphosis could be to blame; its effects go beyond simply how you look in the mirror...
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How Spinal Cord Stimulator Works for Chronic Pain Relief
October 16, 2025
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Chronic pain can make even daily tasks seem exhausting and diminish quality of life, and medications, injections, or physical therapy aren’t providing...
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Spinal Stenosis Treatments
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Spinal Stenosis Treatment Options: How Care Is Chosen
October 20, 2025
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The newest treatment is not automatically the right treatment for spinal stenosis. A useful discussion starts with where the narrowing is, which symptoms...
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Complete List of Cervical Spine Disorders & Conditions
November 24, 2025
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The cervical spine, or neck, is made up of different bones, discs, muscles, nerves, and ligaments. However, this part of the spine plays a very important...
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Kyphosis vs Lordosis: Spinal Curvature Differences
November 28, 2025
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Your back may feel like it is rounding outward when you sit at a desk or stand for long periods of time. Other people may feel like they have a large dip...
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T12 Vertebrae Explained: Location, Function, Symptoms & Pain Causes
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T12 Vertebrae Explained: Location, Function, and Pain Causes
January 28, 2026
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The  T12 spine vertebra is the last bone of the thoracic spine, which is located just above the lower part of your back, and just below the rib cage. It...
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Returning to Work After Minimally Invasive Spine Care: What Your Employer Needs
April 10, 2026
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A practical return-to-work guide for patients after a minimally invasive spine procedure. Typical timelines for desk and physical jobs, paperwork your...
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