Our Services

All procedures listed below are done with minimally- invasive-surgical (MIS) technique.

Cervical Spine Procedures

  • Removal of a damaged disk in the neck through a small incision in the front. The removed disk is replaced with a bone graft, and the vertebrae are fused to stabilize the spine.

  • Removal of a damaged disk in the neck through a small incision in the back. The procedure also involves fusing the vertebrae for stability.

  • Removal of part of the vertebra (lamina) in the neck through a small incision to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.

  • Minimally invasive removal of part of a herniated disk pressing on a nerve, typically through a small incision using a microscope. (Can also be Lumbar)

Lumbar Spine Procedures

  • Removal of a damaged disk in the lower back through a small incision in the back, with a bone graft placed between the vertebrae to fuse them together, providing stability and pain relief.

  • Fusion of vertebrae in the lower back through a small incision in the back to provide stability and relieve pain.

  • Minimally invasive access to the damaged disk from the side through a small incision, with vertebrae fusion allowing for quicker recovery.

  • Removal of part of the vertebra (lamina) in the lower back through a small incision to relieve pressure on the spinal nerves.

  • Relief of pressure on the spinal nerves in the lower back through minimally invasive techniques.

Spine and Nerve Procedures

  • Minimally invasive surgery to replace a damaged spinal disc with an artificial one, helping to retain more natural movement and reduce pain.

  • Minimally invasive surgery to relieve pressure on the spinal cord in the mid-back area.

  • Minimally invasive relief of pressure on the ulnar nerve in the arm, which can cause pain, numbness, and weakness, often performed around the elbow area.

  • Minimally invasive relief of pressure on the median nerve in the wrist, which can cause tingling, numbness, and weakness in the hand, by cutting the ligament that is pressing on the nerve.

Trigger Point Injections

  • A minimally invasive procedure to relieve pain and improve muscle function by injecting a local anesthetic, saline, or corticosteroid into trigger points (tight, painful knots in the muscles).

Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injections

  • A minimally invasive treatment for lower back and leg pain (sciatica) involving the injection of a corticosteroid and local anesthetic into the epidural space to reduce inflammation and provide pain relief.

Evaluation for Conservative Treatment vs Surgery

  • A comprehensive assessment to determine the most appropriate treatment approach. It includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical examination, and performing diagnostic tests to decide between conservative treatments (medications, physical therapy) and surgical intervention based on the severity of symptoms and the patient's overall health.

Neurosurgery

BrainLab Surgical Suite

BrainLab Curve, Cirq, X-Loop, and Virtual Sight: Advanced robotic and imaging technology for precise surgical planning and execution, enhancing surgical outcomes and patient recovery.

Advanced Surgical Techniques

Robotic Assistance: Utilizing robotic technology to perform complex spinal surgeries with increased accuracy and reduced recovery times.

Minimally Invasive Techniques: Focused on reducing patient recovery times and improving surgical outcomes with the latest in minimally invasive surgical technology.

Virtual Planning for Precision

3D Virtual Planning: Dr. Lopez uses 3D imaging to plan surgeries, guiding patients through the process and ensuring the highest precision during operations.