Tag: Spinal Deformity

Dr. Michael Vitale – Visiting Professor at Stanford

Posted on October 12, 2017

Columbia Orthopedics Co-Director, Division of Pediatric Orthopedics and Chief, Pediatric Spine and Scoliosis Service Michael G. Vitale, MD, MPH was a Bleck Visiting Professor at Stanford on October 11. He discussed “Making Spine Surgery Better with Lessons Learned from Aviation,” where he ... Read More

Columbia Orthopedics Adult & Pediatric Spine Team at the 2017 Scoliosis Research Society Annual Meeting

Posted on September 08, 2017

This week, faculty, residents, fellows, and researchers from Columbia Orthopedics will be presenting their research at the 2017 Scoliosis Research Society Annual Meeting. To read abstracts and view the complete schedule, view the program here. Below are the topics that ... Read More

Dr. Michael Vitale featured in SOSORT Newsletter

Posted on June 17, 2017

Dr. Michael Vitale was recently featured in the most recent SOSORT Newsletter.  SOSORT is the International Society on Scoliosis Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Treatment.  It focuses on the conservative treatment of scoliosis.  June is Scoliosis Awareness Month.  The SOSORT newsletter for this ... Read More

Columbia Orthopedics Hosted PreOp Spine Class

Posted on June 15, 2017

Columbia Orthopedics hosted PreOp Spine Class to prepare kids and their families for their scoliosis or spine surgery this summer.  Many kids and their families prefer to have their surgery during the summer to minimize their time out of school. ... Read More

Dr. Vitale Participates in MAGEC Study Group at EPOSNA

Columbia Orthopedics Chief of Pediatric Spine and Scoliosis Michael Vitale, MD, MPH and Hiroko Matsumoto took part in an international MAGEC Study Group at the EPOSNA annual meeting in Spain with Dr. John Smith, Past President of the Board of Directors, and ... Read More

Dr. Vitale Hosts Current Techniques in Pediatric Spinal Deformity Surgery

Posted on April 25, 2017

This Friday Dr. Vitale hosts Current Techniques in Pediatric Spinal Deformity Surgery.  He along with esteemed faculty members reviewed Pediatric Deformity Decision Making; Pediatric Deformity Techniques, and Live Surgery Observation: Pediatric Deformity AIS Case.  There were 25 visiting spine surgeons ... Read More

Dr. Michael Vitale Led a CME on Innovations in Scoliosis

Posted on March 27, 2017

This month Dr. Michael Vitale led a CME on Innovations in Scoliosis.  He was a co chairmen with Dr. Clifford Tribus.  It was titled Spring Deformity Course that was sponsored by Stryker Spine.  It offered participants the opportunity to learn ... Read More

Your Child’s Spine Surgery

Posted on October 27, 2016

What to Expect Dear Parent, Here is a link to an information book that will help you plan spine surgery for your child.  Please review the information and discuss with your Primary Care Provider and any specialists your child sees. We are extremely ... Read More

Spine and Scoliosis Spinal Fusion and Instrumentation

Posted on October 27, 2016

A spinal fusion and instrumentation is recommended in several situations. This includes adolescent scoliosis where the curve has progressed to greater than 50 degrees.  The underlying cause could be idiopathic, congenital or neuromuscular. A spinal fusion and instrumentation is also ... Read More

Vertebral Body Stapling

Posted on October 27, 2016

This is a technique that is used to try and prevent the need for spinal fusion.  It is often recommended for patients that have progressive curves and are at high risk for future need of a spinal fusion. Stapling works by ... Read More