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Anterior Cervical Discectomy: Restoring Spinal Health, Function and Relieving Pain

The primary goal of an anterior cervical discectomy is to alleviate the symptoms caused by pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots.

Lumbar Microdiscectomy: A Minimally Invasive Solution for Disc Herniation

Lumbar microdiscectomy is a cutting-edge surgical procedure aimed at providing relief to patients suffering from debilitating back and leg pain

Advancing Spinal Care with Minimally Invasive Lumbar Interbody Fusion (MIS-TLIF)

In the dynamic landscape of spinal care, an innovative surgical technique has emerged in recent years

What is Spinal Stenosis? How-to treat it.

Lumbar spinal stenosis is a condition that affects many individuals, causing pain and discomfort in the lower back.

Clinics using fake Google reviews. How-to decide/choose your spine care.

What is spondylosis and spondylolisthesis?

Common causes of back pain. How-to treat it

Have you previously had a slipped disc or spine surgery for it? How can you prevent a recurrence?

As a spine surgeon, who does a lot of revision work, I've seen many patients who have had a slipped...

IDD Therapy: A Non-Invasive Solution for Spine Conditions

At The Spine MDT, we are committed to providing our patients with the most advanced and effective treatment options for spine-related conditions.

What is cervical radiculopathy? How to treat it?

What is Sciatica? How do we treat it?

A guide of the different professionals treating back pain and spine problems

Common causes of back pain and how to find relief

As a spine surgeon, I often see patients who suffer from back pain. While there are many causes of back pain, it's important to know that relief is possible.

What sorts of tests or scans will I need to investigate my back pain or spine problem?

Back pain is a common complaint among many people, and it is often associated with the spine and surrounding tissues.

The connection between posture and back pain

As a spine surgeon, I have seen countless patients suffering from back pain. One of the most common questions I get asked is whether poor posture is a cause of back pain.

When might surgery to the spine be a better option?

As a spine surgeon, I understand that surgery is not always the first option for patients experiencing back pain or spinal conditions.

Navigating the Maze of Spine Care

Choosing the Right Healthcare Professional for Your Condition – A look at The Spine MDT’s approach. Back pain can be a debilitating condition that can negatively impact every aspect of your life.

The Importance of a Multi- Disciplinary Team Approach to Spine Care

As a spine surgeon and director of The Spine MDT, my mission is to provide the most direct and effective care for my patients with back pain and spinal issues.

Understanding Neck Pain

The Importance of Proper Diagnosis and Multi-Disciplinary Care. Neck pain is a common complaint among adults, and it can range from a minor annoyance to a debilitating condition.

Is Yoga or Pilates Better for My Spine?

My multidisciplinary practice is dedicated to finding the least invasive solution to your spine condition, that offers the longest lasting results.

NHS waiting times for back pain and spine care. Should I be worried?

Lately it has become difficult to watch the news, pick up a newspaper or go online without hearing about problems and concerns in the NHS...

3 questions about back pain and spine care all patients ask

What is the cause of my back pain/ neck pain?
How can it be treated??
How much will this cost me to treat privately?

Home after a lumbar discectomy an hour later?

Excellent training on light sedation, day case minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgery by Joimax in Germany. Looking forward to...

Challenging cases

A challenging but rewarding fortnight. 2 ruptured MCAs surgically treated with LSO and mini pterional crani's (my smallest yet). Cervical...

Neurovascular Training at Queens, Romford, London

Queens hospital in Romford is one of the units of the North London Neurosurgery training programme that our trainees/residents rotate...

Our outcomes of Anterior Communicatiing artery aneurysms treated at Queens Romford now published

This study carried out by my team at Queens Hospital in Romford has been accepted and published in the British Journal of Neurosurgery...

Consultations during Covid-19. Telephone and Video consultations.

Since the outbreak of Covid-19, things in both the NHS and private sector have escalated very rapidly. In my NHS practice we have...

Microsurgical division of an arteriovenous fistula within the sylvan fissure

This is part of a series of teaching videos for medical students and neurosurgery trainees at Queens Hospital, Romford, UK. Pial...

Microsurgical clip ligation of an anterior inferior cerebellar artery aneurysm

This video adheres to the GMC guidance on Good Medical Practice. This will be part of a series of teaching videos for medical students...