Dr Robin Rizk - Orthopedic Surgeon

Dr Robin Rizk - Orthopedic Surgeon ⚕️🦴 Orthopaedic Spine Fellow
🇺🇲 NASS & ISASS Member
🎓AUB Graduate
🎖ΑΩA Nominated & Elected

The ISASS 2025 3-day conference, held on the Society’s 25th anniversary, was a phenomenal event that brought together sp...
04/16/2025

The ISASS 2025 3-day conference, held on the Society’s 25th anniversary, was a phenomenal event that brought together spine experts from around the world. I’m grateful for the opportunity to attend, connect with leaders in the field, and learn from both them and the growing body of research.

One of the highlights was the special session featuring many past presidents and leading committee members of ISASS (formerly SAS). It served as a powerful reminder that scientific progress begins with vision and strong foundations, and is sustained by consistency and commitment.

A heartfelt thank you to Dr. and the organizing committee for hosting such a successful event and for having me as one of the newest members.

And a special thanks to the role models in endoscopic spine surgery who continue to advocate for better outcomes with the least invasiveness—just to name a few: Dr. Ralf Wagner, Dr. , Dr. .raygardocki , and Dr. .

Looking forward to seeing you all again at the 2026 conference!


Thank you for this opportunity! you have given us plenty of your time and I truly appreciate your love for teaching....
02/18/2025

Thank you for this opportunity!
you have given us plenty of your time and I truly appreciate your love for teaching.

🧐 Radiculopathy caused by disc herniation occurs when a damaged spinal disc presses on a nerve root, causing pain, numbn...
02/18/2025

🧐 Radiculopathy caused by disc herniation occurs when a damaged spinal disc presses on a nerve root, causing pain, numbness, or weakness that radiates down the arm or leg.

❗️Common symptoms include sharp or burning pain, tingling, muscle weakness, or a loss of sensation, often in the area where the nerve travels.

🛑 Red flags that may indicate a more serious condition include loss of bowel or bladder control, sudden severe weakness, or the inability to move the leg or arm.

🏥 If you’re experiencing these symptoms, it’s important to seek evaluation by a spine specialist to prevent further complications.

The Spine Evolutions conference put together by / was as organized as one can imagine, with plenty to learn from the l...
01/25/2025

The Spine Evolutions conference put together by / was as organized as one can imagine, with plenty to learn from the leaders in the endoscopic spine surgery world, including .raygardocki and many other faculty.
Thank you for this great educational opportunity!

Thank you Kyle and the team for hosting me today at the lab in Atlanta for some hands-on. Summary of procedures done o...
01/17/2025

Thank you Kyle and the team for hosting me today at the lab in Atlanta for some hands-on.

Summary of procedures done on cadavers:
-Medial branch resection for facet pain
-L5S1 interlaminar approach for paracentral disc herniation
-L4L5 transforaminal approach for foraminal disc herniation

Looking forward to next week's course and lab in Naples!

🧐 Lumbar spinal stenosis is a condition where the spinal canal in the lower back narrows, putting pressure on the spinal...
01/16/2025

🧐 Lumbar spinal stenosis is a condition where the spinal canal in the lower back narrows, putting pressure on the spinal cord and nerves.

🔍This narrowing typically occurs over time due to degenerative changes like arthritis, disc herniation, or ligament thickening.

👥️ It is most prevalent in individuals over the age of 50 but can also affect younger people in some cases.

😖 Common symptoms include lower back pain, leg pain, numbness, and weakness, particularly when standing or walking for extended periods.

🩻 Diagnosis is made through a combination of physical examination and imaging studies, such as X-rays, MRIs, or CT scans.

🏥 Treatment options range from conservative measures like physical therapy and pain management to more invasive approaches, including steroid injections or surgery, depending on the severity of the condition.

✅️ Early intervention can help alleviate symptoms and prevent further complications.

Honored to have been elected to the membership of the prestigious NASS!
01/15/2025

Honored to have been elected to the membership of the prestigious NASS!

✅️ Joimax Endoscopic Spine surgery workshop in Orlando was a blast and we had a great deal to learn about the ultra mini...
01/12/2025

✅️ Joimax Endoscopic Spine surgery workshop in Orlando was a blast and we had a great deal to learn about the ultra minimally invasive approaches!
A big thank you to Joimax and its faculty and employees, as well as my friend Eric, and Dr. Nehme and Nathalie for making this a very enjoyable trip and experience.

🧐 Lumbar discectomy is a common surgical procedure used to treat herniated discs in the lower spine that cause persisten...
01/09/2025

🧐 Lumbar discectomy is a common surgical procedure used to treat herniated discs in the lower spine that cause persistent pain, numbness, and weakness due to nerve compression.

☝️Indications for the surgery include refractory radiculopathy and severe back pain unresponsive to conservative treatments, or associated weakness or bowel/urinary symptoms.

❓️The procedure is often performed using minimally invasive techniques, such as microdiscectomy, which allows for smaller incisions and quicker recovery.

🏥 Postoperative care is crucial, with patients typically needing follow-up visits to monitor for complications and ensure proper healing.

❌️ Restrictions after surgery often include avoiding heavy lifting, bending, and twisting for several weeks to prevent reinjury.

✅️ The prognosis is generally favorable, with pain relief and improved function in 80-90% of cases, though recurrence of disc herniation can occur in a small percentage of patients.

Hello! I am Dr. Robin Rizk⚕️, Orthopaedic surgeon and currently Spine fellow at Spine Center Atlanta.With this page, I h...
12/20/2024

Hello! I am Dr. Robin Rizk⚕️, Orthopaedic surgeon and currently Spine fellow at Spine Center Atlanta.

With this page, I hope to bring you exciting educational content about common disorders of the spine, their causes, and their treatments! 🩹

✅️ Your health comes first, so Follow me to stay up-to-date!

Have you ever experienced low back pain? 😖 (Go to the instagram link below and answer the poll with Yes or No)https://ww...
12/16/2024

Have you ever experienced low back pain? 😖 (Go to the instagram link below and answer the poll with Yes or No)

https://www.instagram.com/p/DDn6F0uuYnO/?igsh=ZGI3czN0MW4yMWNr

Know that it is very common, yet most etiologies can be treated! ✅️

Also share your experiences, ask your questions on this instagram post🎙
I will attempt to answer your concerns 👍

❓️Guess the diagnosis🧐Case of a 28-year-old man, healthy, presenting to the emergency department with severe low back pa...
12/12/2024

❓️Guess the diagnosis🧐

Case of a 28-year-old man, healthy, presenting to the emergency department with severe low back pain and right leg pain and numbness. History is relevant for lifting a heavy object while bending. XRay is done and is shown here.

What is the most likely diagnosis and what further history and physical exam would support your claim?

What further testing, if any, is needed to confirm the diagnosis?

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