Internationally-Recognized Spine Surgeon. Founder and Medical Director of Cantor Spine Institute.
01/08/2026
My team and I utilize advanced ultrasonic technology to gently clear pressure from the nerves, without harming the surrounding healthy tissue. That means less pain, a safer procedure, and a smoother path to feeling like yourself again.
Learn more at cantorspinecenter.com
12/30/2025
It’s always meaningful to hear that a patient is feeling stronger and more in control after treatment. That’s what our work is all about, restoring function and improving lives!
12/22/2025
12/18/2025
At Cantor Spine Center, we combine advanced technology with a collaborative team approach to support safer recoveries and lasting relief.
12/09/2025
Ever wonder why some people feel spine symptoms sooner than others? It all comes down to space.
In this video, I break down how the size of your spinal canal can impact your function, and why catching pressure on the cord early can make all the difference.
Watch to learn how your spine works, what can go wrong, and when it’s time to get checked out!
12/02/2025
We use ultrasonic technology to perform spine surgery with unmatched precision. By gently separating tissue instead of cutting through it, we’re able to reduce trauma, minimize pain, and help patients recover faster.
11/25/2025
Grateful every time a patient shares their experience. Whether it’s been a few months or a few decades, knowing we’ve made a lasting impact means everything.
11/24/2025
11/20/2025
Whether you’re seeking a second opinion or simply want clarity on your next steps, we make it easy to start. Upload your imaging at cantorspinecenter.com/image-review, and once our team has reviewed it, we’ll set up a call to talk through the findings and discuss your options.
11/04/2025
From technique to teamwork, this is what motion-preserving spine surgery looks like in action! cantorspinecenter.com.
10/28/2025
Minimally invasive. Motion preserving. Backed by ultrasonic technology.
We use advanced tools and techniques to remove pressure around the nerves without damaging the structures that support your spine. The goal is to relieve pain while protecting mobility, strength, and function.
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Jeffrey Cantor, MD is an internationally-recognized spine surgeon and one of the world’s foremost leaders responsible for significant breakthroughs in the most advanced, minimally-invasive “ultrasonic” techniques and procedures. His practice is grounded in motion-preserving and function-sparing spinal surgery, with an emphasis on fusion alternative surgery, for the treatment of cervical stenosis, lumbar stenosis, lumbar spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, and other disabling spinal problems. Dr. Cantor devotes his life’s work to advance the field of spinal surgery through safe, innovative, and transformative techniques.
Dr. Cantor is committed to continuously evolving, identifying, addressing, and solving for the myriad shortcomings of traditional spine surgery and dated methodology – including recurring pain, the creation of three new problems in the fixing of one, compromised mobility and function, over-stress of joints, likelihood of additional surgery, and less-than-optimal outcomes. His founding vision for Cantor Spine Institute is to deliver lifestyle-preserving, long-lasting, superior solutions for patients with spine problems. Dr. Cantor’s pioneering, non-destructive processes, techniques, and procedures are the result of exhaustive research, painstaking outcome analysis, incessant practice, and a positive embrace of the benefits of ultrasonic technology.
Ultrasonic technology is Dr. Cantor’s signature platform, enabling him to perform minimally-invasive treatments that are smarter, safer, future-minded, and better. Dr. Cantor continually develops and masters the most sophisticated new surgical techniques and tools, and his novel approach uses high frequency “ultrasonic” vibrations to dissolve painful bone spurs from the inside, out. Dr. Cantor’s expertise provides for a level of safety and precision that is not possible with traditional spine surgery tools and lasers. He deftly tackles incredibly sensitive areas through the smallest incisions – removing pressure in and around the nerve, without causing damage – to preserve structure, strength, mobility, and function.
Dr. Cantor’s distinctive approach reflects his experience as both a spinal surgeon and spinal surgery patient. As someone who’s undergone three separate spinal surgeries – the first at age 16 – Dr. Cantor is uniquely able to relate to his patients and shape effective treatment plans that offer concrete solutions, and answer for the physical, psychological, and emotional burdens associated with these problems. Dr. Cantor credits his experience as a patient with illuminating the need for a whole body and mind approach that looks beyond the spinal problems in order to really arrive at better.
Dr. Cantor brings over 27 years of experience and has performed upwards of 7,000 spinal surgeries. His expertise stretches across the spinal spectrum, from simple procedures to the most complex cervical, thoracic, and lumbar conditions. People travel near, and far, to be under his care. His philosophy extends well beyond the surgery itself, to encompass every single factor that could affect long terms results, from the first visit through recovery, and beyond. Dr. Cantor’s pioneering vision signals a paradigm shift in the practice of spinal care, and his critical developments are credited with improving the lives of people all over.
He resides in Ft. Lauderdale with his wife and son.
Care Philosophy
Cantor Spine Institute is dedicated to delivering the best patient care across the entirety of the patient journey, and the entire team is aligned in the constant goal of getting our patients to better.
Cantor Spine Institute is founded in a commitment to methodical research, sound outcome analysis, precise process development, sophisticated risk assessment, meticulous planning, and preparation – all created to prevent complications and ensure the most successful surgery possible. We always pursue non-surgical avenues as a first course of action.
Specialties
Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery
Ultrasonic spinal surgery
Muhlenberg College
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
The University of Miami at Jackson Memorial Hospital, Internship, Completed 1987
The University of Miami at Jackson Memorial Hospital, Residency: Orthopedic Surgery, Graduated 1991
William Beaumont Medical Center
Royal Oak MI Fellowship: Spinal Surgery, Completed 1992