Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

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đź“Ł SMISS is pleased to announce Dr. Luis Tumialan of Barrow Neurological Institute as the newest member of the SMISS Boar...
11/24/2025

đź“Ł SMISS is pleased to announce Dr. Luis Tumialan of Barrow Neurological Institute as the newest member of the SMISS Board of Directors!

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Tumialan on this well-deserved appointment. His expertise, vision, and dedication to advancing minimally invasive spine surgery will be tremendous assets to our society and to the surgeons we serve.

We look forward to his leadership and the contributions he will bring to the SMISS community.

Welcome, Dr. Tumialan!

Make plans to join the SMISS AP Section and Drs. Guna P. Kalanchiam, Niraj Vasavada, Raymond Yip, and Arvind G. Kulkarni...
11/18/2025

Make plans to join the SMISS AP Section and Drs. Guna P. Kalanchiam, Niraj Vasavada, Raymond Yip, and Arvind G. Kulkarni for a webinar on Sunday, November 23rd.

How would you treat this injury?46 y/o male, fell through the floor on a construction site. Patient is neurointact. - Pe...
11/17/2025

How would you treat this injury?

46 y/o male, fell through the floor on a construction site. Patient is neurointact.

- Percutaneous T12-L4 instrumentation
- Percutaneous T12-L4 instrumentation w/ selective MIS facet fusion
- Percutaneous L1-L3 instrumentation
- Percutaneous L1-L3 instrumentation w/ lateral corpectomy
- TLSO

Cast your vote and see how your approach compares with your peers during our upcoming MIS Trauma webinar.

Vote here: https://bit.ly/49kXHC5
Register for the webinar here: http://bit.ly/49p4EC8

Join Drs. AJ Rush, MD, Ashraf N. El Naga, David Gendelberg, and Joshua Heller on Tuesday, November 18 at 7:30 PM CT for the live webinar.

⚠️ Did you know neck pain is more common and more serious than many realize?It ranks 2nd among musculoskeletal causes of...
10/27/2025

⚠️ Did you know neck pain is more common and more serious than many realize?
It ranks 2nd among musculoskeletal causes of global disability, impacting millions every day.
This Spine Health Awareness Month, let’s spread hope and healing. 💙
Every donation fuels research, awareness, and support → https://spinehealth.org/donate/

Did you know your posture shapes more than your spine? It fuels your confidence, breath, and daily energy. đź’™This Spine H...
10/20/2025

Did you know your posture shapes more than your spine? It fuels your confidence, breath, and daily energy. đź’™
This Spine Health Awareness Month, we’re challenging everyone to put posture into practice. Are you in? → https://spinehealth.org/spinal-help-center/

10/17/2025

Why do so many MIS spine surgeons call their favorite meeting of the year? Hear SMISS leaders and members Drs. Michael Wang, Peter Derman, and Stephen Ryu share what makes the SMISS Annual Forum and so impactful.

"Every time I leave SMISS, I come out feeling really proud to be a spine surgeon"

🚀 The future of spine care isn’t just about healing—it’s about thriving.New treatments + research = new possibilities, r...
10/13/2025

🚀 The future of spine care isn’t just about healing—it’s about thriving.
New treatments + research = new possibilities, renewed lives, and real hope.
Join us in celebrating these breakthroughs this Spine Health Awareness Month → https://spinehealth.org/journey/awareness/

The inaugural SMISS Lab of the Future was a success! 🌟Held at the Bellagio immediately following the closing session of ...
10/06/2025

The inaugural SMISS Lab of the Future was a success! 🌟

Held at the Bellagio immediately following the closing session of the SMISS Annual Forum, this hands-on simulation lab provided 35 surgeons with an immersive experience exploring emerging technologies in spine surgery.

A huge thank you to all the surgeons, faculty, and industry partners who participated and helped make the Lab of the Future a reality. Your engagement and support are shaping the next generation of spine innovation. đź’ˇ

Did you know nearly 80% of people experience back pain at some point in their lives? 🧍‍♀️🧍‍♂️ It’s one of the most commo...
10/06/2025

Did you know nearly 80% of people experience back pain at some point in their lives? 🧍‍♀️🧍‍♂️ It’s one of the most common health problems worldwide—yet often overlooked until it interferes with daily life. Taking steps to protect your spine through movement, posture, and care can make a big difference in long-term health. Link in bio.

That’s a wrap on !Thank you to our speakers, attendees, and exhibitors for making this year’s meeting such an insightfu...
10/05/2025

That’s a wrap on !Thank you to our speakers, attendees, and exhibitors for making this year’s meeting such an insightful and energizing experience. Special thanks to Dr. Michael Wang, President of SMISS 2025, for his outstanding leadership in shaping a truly impactful program.

Over the past three days, we:

- Welcomed 340+ medical attendees from 15+ countries
- Hosted 40+ exhibitors showcasing innovation across spine surgery

- Featured 12 sessions led by pioneers in MIS
- Celebrated our SMISS Traveling Fellows and Research Grant Recipients
- Launched the inaugural Lab of the Future, an exciting new hands-on learning experience

Mark your calendars — we’ll see you next year at the Bellagio, Las Vegas, September 10–12, 2026!

What was your favorite moment from ? Tell us in the comments!

The final session of spotlighted Lateral Spine Surgery. A fitting close to an incredible meeting!Dr. William Taylor ac...
10/04/2025

The final session of spotlighted Lateral Spine Surgery. A fitting close to an incredible meeting!

Dr. William Taylor accepted the Lateral Spine Surgery Innovation Award on Luiz Pimenta MD, PhD's behalf, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the field.

We heard expert insights from Drs. JC Leveque, Louie, and Yu on managing complications in lateral approaches.

Leaders including Drs. Hafez, Kent, Mummaneni, and Singh shared their expertise on spinal deformity and advanced techniques.

A powerful end to a scientific program full of innovation, education, and connection!

Today's first session at began with a lively program focused on a crucial topic: Surgeon Preservation: The Things You ...
10/04/2025

Today's first session at began with a lively program focused on a crucial topic: Surgeon Preservation: The Things You Want to Know but Are Afraid to Ask.

Highlights include insightful talks from Drs. Pazionis, Louie, Mummaneni, and Sama covering:

- What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger: navigating boards, career changes, and more
- Your Body, Your Health: focusing on ergonomics, mental wellness, and sustaining longevity in practice

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