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The Spine Reconstruction Partners Medical GroupThe Spine Reconstruction Partners Medical Group has its practice at the Cedars-Sinai Institute for Spinal Disorders. All of our physicians hold titles as Directors or Associate Directors at the Spine Institute. The Spine Reconstruction Partners Medical Group (SRP) is an internationally recognized comprehensive spine center dedicated to the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of the entire spectrum of spinal column and cord disorders implementing such cutting edge technology as movement preservation with artificial disc replacement , robot assisted surgery, minimally invasive techniques for treatment of fractures and disc disease as well as traditional treatment of common disorders such as deformity and scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, metastatic and primary tumors, congenital abnormalities, trauma and axial skeleton pain. For nearly a decade SRP Physicians have provided state - of - the - art care with both experienced spine surgeons and physicians specializing in non-surgical treatment in order to encompass the entire arena of both operative and non-operative spinal care. Physician office visits, radiographic imaging, physical therapy, non-operative and postoperative care, and surgery are all centrally located for patient convenience and transition of care. Our Expert Team Internationally known board certified surgeons and nonsurgical physician spine specialists affiliated with the SRP encompass all spinal sub-specialties including orthopedics, neurosurgery, anesthesiology and physical medicine. Our surgical staff is composed of fellowship trained, published, academic physicians who are involved in development of innovative in research, new techniques, and education for patients and the medical community . The combination of superior extensive training coupled with academic critical peer review supports improved outcomes and provides management of even the most complex cases. The SRP multidisciplinary approach allows patient streamlining from the referring physician office to the appropriate facility for a very effective treatment module from referral to treatment and ultimately postoperative rehabilitation, if surgery is indicated. Comprehensive Spine Services Conservative management: In cooperation with The Pain Center at Cedars-Sinai, the SRP offers comprehensive nonsurgical options with the collaboration and expertise of physiatrists, anesthesiologists, psychiatrists, psychologists, chiropractors and acupuncturists to treat both acute and chronic pain, depression and insomnia. Adjunctive treatments are also available at Cedars-Sinai's state-of-the-art Outpatient Rehabilitation Center staffed by licensed physical therapists, physical therapy assistants and registered occupational therapists. Surgical Services: For both adult and pediatric patients requiring more intensive treatment modalities for herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, deformity, scoliosis, fractures , primary and metastatic tumors, vascular malformations and congenital disorders, the SRP offer the full range of treatment options from minimally invasive, artificial disc implementation with motion preservation, endoscopy, computer aided stereotactic and neuro-navigational technology to standard surgical options. Percutaneous (thru the skin with minimal scar and needle size entry sites) fusion techniques as well as minimally invasive treatment of fractures (kyphoplasty) are also available. Pediatric: In cooperation with the Maxine Dunitz Neurosurgical Institute and Orthopedic Center, the SRP provides comprehensive spinal programs, care and treatment for both pediatric neurosurgery and orthopedics. Cancer/Oncology Services: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is one of the leading tertiary centers in the United States for both primary and metastatic spinal tumors. In conjunction with The Cedars-Sinai Cancer Center , a multidisciplinary approach that includes a tumor board attended by a combination of our spinal surgeons, plastic and reconstructive surgeons, and the hematological/oncological physicians allows for an interactive relationship that allows for identification, treatment instigation and surgical treatment , if indicated , to preserve neurologic function. In addition to providing conventional therapies , the SRP offer new technologies such as minimally invasive surgery and image guided navigation systems. World Class Research SRP Physicians work with Cedars-Sinai who ranks among the top 10 non-university hospitals nationwide receiving research funding from the the National Institutes of Health. The ISD Clinical and Basic Laboratory Research Center has enabled our researchers to explore new horizons relating to lumbar and cervical artificial disc placement with motion preservation, guided biomechanics lab, tissue engineering , as well as , image and computer guided/assisted surgical techniques for greater accuracy and potential telemedicine applications. Current clinical trials with the ultimate benefit of more effective treatment to alleviate neck and back pain for cervical and lumbar disc disease include artificial disc placement (prosthesis), blood conservation, newer less invasive fusion devices and robotic assisted surgery. Active development of robotic surgical systems and specialized imaging equipment that will markedly decrease the amount of radiation used in routine spine surgery making surgery safer for patients and surgeons are ongoing. Exploration of new molecular biology therapy that may reverse traumatic cord injury as well bone fusion substitutes like BMP, other stem cell research and more efficient modules for bony fusion that will mean less surgery, faster recovery periods and decreased blood loss. Quality Educational Programs The SRP along with the ISD is dedicated to not only sharing new technology and knowledge with the wider medical community but also intimately involved in teaching and training visiting surgeons with the latest techniques as evidenced by our continuing medical education conferences and symposiums. Other educational options available are shared in Current Concepts in Spinal Disorders clinical symposia series and annual multiday conferences that offer presentations by over twenty surgeons and physicians in various disciplines related to spine care . Our staff routinely publishes in nationally recognized neurosurgical and orthopedic journals and has contact with media when expert opinions are needed . The SRP and ISD is intimately dedicated to academic excellence as evidenced by the nationally recognized ISD fellowship program that hosts five new candidates a year after successfully completing an orthopedic or neurosurgical residency who wish to further advance their academic standing and expertise. The rich teaching environment allows the SRP and ISD staff to share their expertise and experience to continually improve the quality of spine surgeons in both the private and academic arena. The result is a superior training setting that promotes new technology, better patient care and treatment in an academic setting.
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