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Thieme congratulates Todd J. Albert on being chosen by New York magazine for its prestigious Best Doctors 2015 list. Praise for this book: ""[Four stars]This book is required reading for orthopedic and neurosurgical fellows and residents...very highly recommend[ed]...outstanding."" - Doody's Review This best-selling book returns in a second edition covering the major procedures in spine surgery and the latest technical innovations in the field. Retaining the comprehensive scope and accessible presentation of the previous edition, the book distills the basic elements of each procedure using concise descriptions and simple line drawings. New sections of the book cover minimally invasive exposure methods, motion-sparing techniques, and the latest fixation techniques. Highlights: * Each chapter outlines the essentials of the procedure in just a few pages * Consistent presentation throughout the book enhances ease of use * Tips, pearls, lessons learned, special considerations, pitfalls, and bailout, rescue, and salvage procedures emphasize critical points to help ensure a safe and effective procedure * Nearly 500 illustrations demonstrate key technical points Concise and up-to-date, this book serves as an invaluable quick reference prior to surgery. It is ideal for clinicians and residents in spine surgery, orthopedics, and neurosurgery.

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Praise for this book: <p> [Four stars] Well written...the line illustrations are clear and informative...required reading for orthopedic and neurosurgical fellows and residents...very highly recommend[ed]...outstanding. --Doody's Review <p> Black and white illustrations of the basic anatomy, surgical procedure, and hardware are included in each chapter...a concise easy to read reference...Each chapter provides an overview of a surgical procedure, as well as discussion related to the questions of who and why someone should be considered for the procedure, and how the procedure is performed...covers a multitude of common and not so common spine surgical procedures. --Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy <p> A fascinating overview of modern spine surgery techniques...extremely well structured...will allow the neurosurgical or orthopedic resident, spine fellow, or fully trained specialist to make his or her own and best therapeutic choice in a given situation. --Acta Neuroc

Praise for this book: [Four stars] Well written...the line illustrations are clear and informative...required reading for orthopedic and neurosurgical fellows and residents...very highly recommend[ed]...outstanding.--Doody's ReviewBlack and white il

Praise for this book: [Four stars] Well written...the line illustrations are clear and informative...required reading for orthopedic and neurosurgical fellows and residents...very highly recommend[ed]...outstanding.--Doody's ReviewBlack and white illustrations of the basic anatomy, surgical procedure, and hardware are included in each chapter...a concise easy to read reference...Each chapter provides an overview of a surgical procedure, as well as discussion related to the questions of who and why someone should be considered for the procedure, and how the procedure is performed...covers a multitude of common and not so common spine surgical procedures.--Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical TherapyA fascinating overview of modern spine surgery techniques...extremely well structured...will allow the neurosurgical or orthopedic resident, spine fellow, or fully trained specialist to make his or her own and best therapeutic choice in a given situation.--Acta NeurochirurgicaPraise for the first edition: Attractively and efficiently organized...a surprisingly comprehensive quick-reference manual of operative spine surgery...cut[s] to the surgical chase...an efficient source for review of procedural techniques.--The Spine JournalConforms to the high standards that one expects from Thieme publishing...a wonderful resource for the experienced spine surgeon looking for a quick review of the indications and steps for the most contemporary spinal procedures.--Journal of NeurosurgeryShort, cleanly written sections...describe the important points and fine tips needed to get one from beginning to end of a surgical procedure. The line drawings are excellent...This text has a place in the libraries of all training programs and physicians of all skill levels.--Journal of Spinal Disorders and TechniquesA complete and excellent reference for those in need of an instant source of information regarding current treatments offered in the armamentarium of the spine surgeon...recommend[e

Praise for this book: <p> [Four stars] Well written...the line illustrations are clear and informative...required reading for orthopedic and neurosurgical fellows and residents...very highly recommend[ed]...outstanding. --Doody's Review <p> Black and white illustrations of the basic anatomy, surgical procedure, and hardware are included in each chapter...a concise easy to read reference...Each chapter provides an overview of a surgical procedure, as well as discussion related to the questions of who and why someone should be considered for the procedure, and how the procedure is performed...covers a multitude of common and not so common spine surgical procedures. --Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy <p> A fascinating overview of modern spine surgery techniques...extremely well structured...will allow the neurosurgical or orthopedic resident, spine fellow, or fully trained specialist to make his or her own and best therapeutic choice in a given situation. --Acta Neur

Author Information

Richard H. Rothman Professor and Chairman, Dept. of Orthopaedics, Thomas Jefferson University and HospitalsPresident. The Rothman InstituteCo-Director, Reconstructive Spine Surgery and the Spine Fellowship Program. Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals

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