Scott Raffa, MD

08/28/2025

From complex spine surgery to advanced pain management, our strength comes from working together. Every patient deserves a plan built around both expertise and compassion.

08/20/2025

August is Neurosurgery Awareness Month, a time to recognize the vital role neurosurgeons play in treating conditions of the brain, spine, and nervous system.

Our multidisciplinary team works closely with neurosurgeons to provide comprehensive care that helps patients regain function, improve mobility, and live life to the fullest.

08/18/2025

Collaboration isn’t just part of the process; it’s how neurosurgical and interventional spine expertise come together. Every decision is grounded in experience and tailored to the patient’s spinal needs.

08/13/2025

In 2020, Dr. Harry L. Shufflebarger joined the Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute. Dr. Shufflebarger has over 30 years of experience in care for children with spinal abnormalities and is a board-certified, nationally, and internationally recognized expert in the care of pediatric spinal orthopedics. He received his medical degree at Emory University, in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1966. He then completed his internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at Emory affiliated hospitals. He stays involved with innovation, both in the non-operative and operative treatment of pediatric spinal conditions. His contributions in the area of spinal instrumentation have been significant and continuous for over two decades.

His notable accomplishments include professor of orthopedic surgery and neurosurgery and a clinical professor at the University of Miami. He has a board certification from the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America, and the Scoliosis Research Society, serving as president in 2000.

Dr. Shufflebarger was a founding member of the very prestigious Harms Study Group 20 years ago, a national and international leader in research in pediatric spinal deformity, where he still serves on the executive committee. Dr. Shufflebarger’s passion for research has led to his high level of influence in his field. He’s the author of 20 textbook chapters, over 50 peer-reviewed spinal publications, has been published by abstract in over 200 instances, acted as visiting professor at over 100 institutions around the world, and has participated in over 150 spinal courses and conferences. I had the privilege to operate with Dr. Shufflebarger and to care for his patients, many of which are into adulthood and have children of their own. He will be missed. Rest in peace.

08/12/2025

When we combine our specialties, complex spinal cases receive a full-circle approach—every detail is considered, and every decision is made with the patient’s best outcome in mind. cantorspinecenter.com.

08/05/2025

Minimally invasive spine surgery allows me to treat complex issues while minimizing harm to the surrounding anatomy—and that makes all the difference for recovery. Cantorspinecenter.com.

07/31/2025

Taking time with each scan helps me focus on the details that matter because the right plan starts with understanding exactly what the patient needs. It’s not just about what we see but also about what we do next.

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07/29/2025

Alberto and I always aim to give our patients the best care possible, with treatment plans that are thoughtful, effective, and minimally invasive. Cantorspinecenter.com.

07/22/2025

I don’t just explain a diagnosis—I walk patients through every step of their spine care. Whether it’s managing chronic pain or figuring out the best approach for spinal instability, we make decisions together with honesty, clarity, and a focus on getting them back to what matters.

07/14/2025

Every procedure is the result of careful planning, a minimally invasive strategy, and a commitment to helping patients move forward with less pain and more confidence.

07/10/2025

Surgical collaboration isn’t just about technique. It’s about trust. With pediatric and adult spine perspectives working side by side, we tailor each decision to what will truly serve the patient, now and in the future.

07/08/2025