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Effectiveness of the Rigo Chêneau versus Boston-style orthoses for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: a retrospective study

April 4, 2017

We wanted to share a recent article on the Rigo Cheneau Brace. Please follow this link to read more about the study that was done on the effectiveness of the two braces most widely used for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.
https://scoliosisjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13013-017-0117-z#main

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12th Annual Pediatric Spine Symposium: Best in Class Non-Operative Care!

June 19, 2026

Proud to see such a strong Columbia presence at the 12th Annual Pediatric Spine Symposium: Best in Class Non-Operative Care! It was a wonderful opportunity to come together as a team, and represent Columbia’s continued commitment to advancing pediatric spine care.

11th Annual Safety in Spine Surgery Summit Recap

June 15, 2026

11th Annual Safety in Spine Surgery Summit welcomed an expert faculty for a fresh look at optimizing safety in spine surgery.

June Is Scoliosis Awareness Month

June 1, 2026

Throughout Scoliosis Awareness Month, we will feature cases and stories from our inspiring patients who share their scoliosis journey. We will also focus on advances being made in the pediatric scoliosis field, as we are always striving to improve care and outcomes for our patients.

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DR. VITALE’S BLOG

The Renewal of Return: A Grateful Sabbatical

December 2, 2025

As I prepare to return to the operating room and the office, I look back on this ten-week “forced sabbatical” with deep gratitude: gratitude to my surgeon and friend, Christopher Ahmad; to my partners for covering for me; and to my patients whose schedules were disrupted.

The Family Salute (A Sabbatical Story)

November 20, 2025

One of my absolute top goals during my sabbatical was to take advantage of space and to spend more focused time with my family. My regular work schedule, while incredibly rewarding, meant that my days often started before my boys woke up…

The Art of the Handoff: Focusing on the Concept of Legacy as My Sabbatical Winds Down

October 30, 2025

Seven weeks out from surgery, my shoulder is feeling fantastic, and I can practically feel the operating room pulling me back. I’m scheduled to return to work in just a few weeks, which means the delightful, often surprising gift of this recovery time is nearing...

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Michael G. Vitale MD MPH

Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon
Specializing in Complex Pediatric Scoliosis
Ana Lucia Professor of Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery,
Columbia University Medical Center

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