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About Me
Joined MetroHealth:
2015
Academic Affiliations:
Assistant Professor, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
PubMed Publications
- Optimizing Surgery for Idiopathic Scoliosis: Does a Dual Approach Help Young Surgeons? Abstract: Introduction In idiopathic scoliosis surgery, studies have shown two attending surgeons have better curve correction, pain, and recovery time. There is conflicting evidence on operative time, blood loss, infection rate, and hospital length of stay. Limited literature examines the impact of surgeon experience on the dual approach. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the performance of two young orthopedic attendings compared to a senior-level attending in idiopathic scoliosis surgery....
- Risk factors for pulmonary complication following fixation of spine fractures Abstract: CONCLUSIONS: Several factors predicted development of pulmonary complications after operative spinal fracture, including SCI, severe chest injury, male gender, and higher ASA classification. Practitioners should be especially vigilant for of postoperative complications and associated injuries following upper-thoracic spine fractures. Future study must focus on appropriate interventions necessary for reducing complications in these high-risk patients.
Education & Training
Education
Residency
University Hospitals (Cleveland) – Surgery, OrthopaedicInternship
University Hospitals (Cleveland) – Surgery, OrthopaedicFellowship
University of Utah Medical Center (Salt Lake City) – Orthopaedic SpineMedical Education
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine (Ohio) MD