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VSI Named ‘Top 50 Spine Practices to Know’ by Becker’s Spine Review

ByGrace James

VSI has been named “Top 50 Spine Practice to Know” by Becker’s Spine Review. As seen on Becker’s Spine Review: Becker’s Healthcare is the go-to source for healthcare decision makers and one of the fastest growing media platforms in the industry. Through print, digital and live event platforms, Becker’s Healthcare equips healthcare leaders with the information and forums they need to learn, exchange ideas and further conversations about the most critical issues in American healthcare. VSI (Virginia…

VSI Surgeons Lead Research Study on Robotic-Guided Spine Surgery

VSI Surgeons Lead Research Study on Robotic-Guided Spine Surgery

ByGrace James

The surgeons at the VSI and the research team at the National Spine Health Foundation were led by principal investigator, Dr. Christopher Good, in a research project involving robotic-guided spine surgery which was published in the Journal of Robotic Surgery this month.   Dr. Good, Dr. Schuler, Dr. Haines, and Dr. Jazini are highly recognized for…

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Dr. Haines Featured in Men’s Health: Best Peloton Instructors

ByGrace James

As seen in Men’s Health: Whether you were an early adopter of Peloton back in 2012 or came to embrace the craze when you caved during the pandemic, bought yourself a Peloton Bike+, and now consider yourself a full-fledged convert, most users find that all Peloton classes are not created equal. Some are infused with zen-like chill, some…

VSI Research Shows Stem Cell Therapy Improves Low Back Pain

VSI Research Shows Stem Cell Therapy Improves Low Back Pain

ByGrace James

NEW Research Findings: Intradiscal injection of autologous bone marrow aspirate concentrate improves low back pain at one year The spine surgeons and the director of regenerative medicine at VSI initiated a research study to prove the effectiveness of bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC), widely known as stem cell therapy, to resolve low back pain. The…

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As Seen In Washingtonian Magazine: The Luggage a Spine Surgeon Uses

ByGrace James

With more and more people getting back to flying, now is the time to ditch the old luggage in the closet and get yourself something more back-friendly for traveling. Washingtonian Magazine reached out to Dr. Good to learn what luggage a spine surgeon would recommend. Here’s what he had to say: The Luggage Dr. Good…

As Featured on WTOP: Dr. Bharara Presents the Latest Non-Surgical Treatment Options for Chronic Pain Sufferers
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As Featured on WTOP: Dr. Bharara Presents the Latest Non-Surgical Treatment Options for Chronic Pain Sufferers

ByGrace James

As seen on WTOP: Nobody wants to go through surgery and certainly, nobody ever wants to experience chronic pain, but patients can potentially avoid having to endure either one of those life-changing events by receiving regenerative medicine treatment at VSI in Northern Virginia. “This is a non-surgical treatment and has a minimal recovery time,” said Dr. Niteesh…

Dr. Bharara wins Top Doctor by Arlington Magazine

Dr. Bharara Receives Top Doctor 2021 Award From Arlington Magazine

ByGrace James

VSI’s Director of Regenerative Medicine, Dr. Bharara has won the 2021 Top Doctor Award from Arlington Magazine. Dr. Bharara is a leader in non-surgical treatment for orthopedic and sports pain/injuries. As a leading practitioner in the field of Regenerative Medicine, Dr. Niteesh Bharara redefines non-surgical treatment options for active individuals suffering from spine or orthopedic…

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As Seen on WebMD: COVID Led More Women to Forgo Needed Health Care

ByGrace James

June 15, 2021 – Morgan Tebeau has struggled with debilitating back pain all of her adult life. The 38-year-old mother from Harrisonburg, VA, was diagnosed with degenerative disk disease when she was 18 years old. Her pain worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic as she put off much needed care — something a new Kaiser Family…

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As featured in The Spine Health Journal: Adaptation Brings Innovation

ByGrace James

It is not surprising that 2020 was a year of evolution for healthcare. New challenges bring new opportunities for innovation. Because of the concerns about in-person healthcare delivery during the height of the pandemic, our field has rapidly evolved to incorporate telemedicine.  This has been revolutionary for multiple reasons. The speed and efficiency overall are…