Honored to have this retired Dentist come all the way from Hawaii for me to do his #biportal #endoscopic #spinesurgery The patient was offered a 2 level fusion by 3 other #spine #surgeons. He had no #backpain. ONLY R leg pain in the L4 #dermatome distribution Imaging also shows #isthmic #spondylolisthesis and severe #foraminol stenosis at bilateral L5-S1 level. But based on history and physical exam, his symptoms were all ONLY coming from a very large intraforaminal and extraforaminol right L4-5 #disc #herniation. L5-S1 was chronic & not causing symptoms at this time. He had progressive quadriceps and foot drop weakness. His EHL was 5/5 strength. What was even astonishing is the fact that the radiologist in the report completely missed the large disc herniation on the right L4-5 level. It is absolutely critical as a physician & we have a moral & ethical duty to always do a thorough history and physical exam with patients and the treatment should only based on what the patient’s symptoms are, and not what the imaging shows. This requires to spend quality time with a new patient Unfortunately, some of our spine colleagues are treating patients based on what the imaging shows not what the actual patient complaints are. Spending only 10-15 minutes with a new patient can result in proposing the wrong treatment & potentially the wrong irreversible spinal fusion surgery. I was able to do this surgery as out patient under 2 hrs. Virtually no blood loss. The challenge was patient had too many fragments so needed to spend time carefully removing all the fragments. Patient’s strength almost back to normal with normal gait. No narcotics & barely any pain meds Was able to fly back to Hawaii 2 days later. Slide to left to see how big the fragment was & video of how the surgery was done & how amazing is the visualization. Of course the patient was counseled that he ultimately may need fusion at L5-S1 level. #fit #sciatica chk out on comme
This patient endured persistent low back pain, a result of the natural wear and tear on his spine from years of sports and weightlifting. Following surgery by Dr. Melamed, he now happily reports a near return to his regular daily activities.
“Thanks to Dr. Melamed, I’m pain-free and on my way to recovery!”
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This patient suffered from lower back pain that radiated down his right leg. When physical therapy and epidural injections failed to provide long-term relief, his sports chiropractor referred him to Top US Spine Surgeon, Dr. Hooman Melamed.
Dr. Melamed recommended a microdiscectomy, which initially worked before the patient re-herniated his disc later on. Following a second successful surgery, this patient was happy to be pain-free!
If you are struggling with chronic back pain, schedule a consultation with Dr. Hooman Melamed today by calling (424) 21-SPINE!
Life in the performing arts was almost sidelined by a neck injury that could have left the patient in this video paralyzed. He needed what is called an anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, also known as an ACDF. It’s a surgery to remove a herniated or degenerative disc in the neck. Facing such a serious surgery, the patient turned to Top US Spine Surgeon, Dr. Hooman Melamed, and is glad he did.
If you or a loved one are suffering from chronic neck pain, seek the help of nationally renowned Dr. Melamed. A specialist in minimally invasive spine surgery, Dr. Melamed takes a holistic approach to helping patients regain their quality of life. Call (424) 24-SPINE to get started today.
Initially believing his pain stemmed from his hip, this patient explains how he found out that he was actually suffering from spine-related issues. Fortunately, his primary care physician highly recommended him to Top US Spine Surgeon, Dr. Hooman Melamed.
In this video, the patient describes what a success his surgery was. Now living pain-free, he explains how happy he is that he sought treatment from Dr. Melamed.
Are you or a loved one suffering from back pain? Dr. Melamed understands the impact that living with back pain can have on your quality of life. Call (424) 21-SPINE now to get the opinion of Dr. Melamed.
This patient came to Dr. Melamed under extreme duress. Faced with nerve impingement in two different locations in his back, none of his prior treatments had helped alleviate his pain.
That all changed when he discovered Dr. Melamed. Listen to how this patient found immediate pain relief with a Top US Spine Surgeon’s swift course of action.
If you or a loved one is suffering from back pain, call (424) 21-SPINE now to see how Dr. Melamed can help start your road to recovery.
For almost six years, LeAnn Wall dealt with back pain every single day while working for an airline company. In this video, LeAnn explains how a minor heart issue prevented her from getting surgery for years, but she finally received her back surgery from Dr. Hooman Melamed. Following her procedure, LeAnn said, “I do not have any pain at all.” In fact, she recently visited the Grand Canyon, where she was running, climbing, and doing activities completely pain-free, which she never imagined could be a possibility.
LeAnn’s husband, Robert, also has undergone back surgeries in the past, and he attests how he is “totally amazed.” In comparison with Robert’s surgeries, LeAnn could return home the day of the procedure rather than having to stay overnight. She also experienced significantly smaller scarring and zero pain.
If you or a loved one believes you may need spine surgery, talk to Dr. Hooman Melamed to witness his phenomenal work firsthand. Call (424) 21-SPINE to get started today.
In this video, a 74-year-old patient explains how he walked bent over for years, experiencing pain down the side of his leg and suffering from sciatica on the right side of his body. The pain was getting progressively worse, but that changed when his son-in-law and sister-in-law recommended him to Dr. Hooman Melamed.
Initially, Dr. Melamed and this patient agreed to treat his pain conservatively, but it got to the point where they realized nonsurgical management was no longer enough. The patient knew he did not want extensive surgery, so Dr. Melamed offered a minimally invasive procedure.
Six weeks later, this patient is extremely happy with the result. Now, he’s standing up straight again, feels terrific, and is no longer experiencing any painful symptoms.
If you or a loved one are experiencing back pain and are not interested in invasive spine surgery, call (424) 21-SPINE. Recognized as a Top US Spine Surgeon, Dr. Melamed specializes in minimally invasive procedures.
Patient: Dr. Melamed Came Highly Recommended | The Spine Pro
Scoliosis and kyphosis are two spine conditions that don’t always require surgery, but as you’ll learn in this video, surgery may be the best option when either ailment starts to cause severe, chronic pain. The patient in this video explains how she couldn’t sit for long periods of time, like at a movie or in the car, without experiencing extreme levels of pain. She arrived at the office of Top US Spine Surgeon Dr. Hooman Melamed after a recommendation from her trusted physician. Today, she credits Dr. Melamed with helping her get back to normal without debilitating back pain from scoliosis and kyphosis.
If you or a loved one are suffering from chronic back pain, seek the help of nationally renowned Dr. Melamed. A specialist in minimally invasive spine surgery, Dr. Melamed takes a holistic approach to helping patients regain their quality of life. Call (424) 24-SPINE to get started today.
Patient Says 'Goodbye' To Sciatica | The Spine Pro
"Dr. Melamed is an absolute genius and hero for what he did," said this patient who found relief from sciatica. His pain impacted every part of his life for nearly two years. He couldn't sleep. He couldn't be active. He felt like he wasn't able to be the father he wanted to be because of the pain.
Today, Dr. Hooman Melamed's patient is standing tall and back to normal life following microsurgery. He credits the Top US Spine Surgeon with "saving his life" and making him a "new person" because of the surgery.
If you or a loved one are suffering from sciatica or back pain, seek the help of nationally renowned Dr. Melamed. A specialist in minimally invasive spine surgery, Dr. Melamed takes a holistic approach to helping patients regain their quality of life. Call (424) 24-SPINE to get started today.