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-ofthe-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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