Dr. Christopher Good

Breaking News: Dr. Good performs the world’s first robotic minimally invasive Bertolotti’s resection surgery, setting a new global standard for precision bone removal and rapid recovery.

Ranked in the upper echelon of doctors nationwide (top 7%) through Castle Connolly’s 2026 Top Doctor selection, Dr. Christopher Good is a distinguished leader in spine surgery and nonsurgical spine treatments. As a pioneer in the field and recognized as one of the ‘Top 50 Spine Surgeons in the Nation‘ and a 2026 Top Doctor by Northern Virginia Magazine, he has advanced surgical technology and minimally invasive techniques, elevating outcomes for patients worldwide and getting them back to their lives faster. Dr. Good approaches each patient with empathy and sincerity, fostering meaningful connections and customizing treatment plans to achieve victories for his patients.

As the leader behind The Recovery Revolution™, Dr. Good has helped shape a new way of thinking about spine recovery – one that puts patients first and focuses on the entire healing journey. This movement provides VSI patients with structured recoery which is planned before the procedure even begins, and supported long after it’s done. By combining advanced technology, innovative therapies, and comprehensive pre- and post-care, this model is designed to improve outcomes and help patients return to life sooner.

Among his groundbreaking achievements, Dr. Good performed the first two-level disc replacement in Metro DC, Maryland, and Virginia, providing hope to countless individuals seeking relief from back and neck pain. Additionally, he spearheaded the introduction of the Mazor X™ Stealth Edition technology, evolving robotic spine surgery and further underscoring his commitment to innovation and patient safety.

Venturing beyond conventional paradigms, Dr. Good uses natural, non-surgical solutions such as regenerative stem cell therapy as a transformative alternative for common neck and back conditions. This coupled with in-house spine-specialized physical therapy, has empowered his patients to reclaim their active lifestyles without the need for surgery.

Dr. Good’s dedication to research and modernizing the field has led to the development of surgical techniques that prioritize patient safety, minimize radiation exposure, and expedite recovery. Serving as the principal investigator for an FDA trial on cervical disc replacement surgery, Dr. Good remains at the forefront of innovation, driving transformative advancements that have been adopted worldwide.

Dr. Good and the VSI team serve as the official spine specialist for DC Power FC and Loudoun United FC, bringing elite-level care to both professional athletes and everyday patients alike.