Top Beverly Hills Spine Surgeon Recognized For
Artificial Disc Replacement
Becker's Spine Review, the nation's leading publication dedicated to the field of orthopedic
surgery, is recognizing Beverly Hills, California spine surgeon Hooman Melamed, MD,
FAAOS, among the top US specialists performing artificial disc replacement surgery.
Out of nearly 15,000 orthopedic surgeons in the country, only 60
were acknowledged for their success in performing the state-of-
the-art procedure that is providing relief for many Americans
suffering from back pain.
The approximately 1-3-hour surgery is performed on an
outpatient basis and involves removing the
worn/damaged disc and replacing it with an artificial one.
In addition to relieving neck & back pain,
it allows patients to maintain a normal
range of motion not commonly
associated with other procedures like
spinal fusion.
What distinguishes Melamed from
some others is that he will only
resort to surgery when conservative
treatments fail.
"I am honored to be recognized along with some of the finest spine surgeons in the
country for our work in artificial disc replacement, which is offering so many patients
newfound hope," says board-certified spine specialist, Melamed.
"It's important to convey that not
every person with neck or back pain
is a candidate for this breakthrough
procedure.
It's only by undergoing myriad diagnostic tests and
exhausting more conservative treatments that one
can be considered." He cites other criteria that
prospective patients must meet to be considered
good candidates.
Becker's previously selected Melamed among 4,000 other
specialists to its "10 spine surgeons you should know" list.
The founder of The Spine Pro practice
in Beverly Hills was cited for delivering
the highest level of patient care in his
field of specialty.
In addition to running his successful
practice, Melamed is the founder of "Back
To You", a nonprofit that offers treatment to
those in need who may not have the
financial resources for such care.
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