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Originally Posted by NJ Gene
There is a lot of truth here. The differences between ortho and neuro are less pronounced than they used to be.
One thing you can say about a Neuro is they usually have to graduate in the top 5% of their class to even be selected for a residency. There are also many great Ortho fellowships which are just as, if not more selective.
Ultimately, you have to consider the surgeon as a whole person, not just as a broad category.
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Clavel is uniquely rarified air. Not only was his father a neurosurgeon, today he is a teacher to other neuros looking to be trained in the craft. I find these doctors to other doctors to be in the 1%. Since he was in 'the family business' from such a young age, he has the ability to see the progression of medical technology and approach in real time. There is a reason he prefers the M6, even if he is not married to it.
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Weightlifter since 12 years old, now mid-40's and figuring out this wasn't such a good idea.
Chronic back pain started in 2010 while shrugging weights that a 40 yr. old shouldn't even try.
MRI in 2012 showing L4/L5, L5/S1 herniations and L2/L3 bulge.
L5/S1 taking on new shape, chronic sciatica, etc.
DEXA bone scan performed 5/7/14 showing mild osteopenia.
Surgery performed July 9th, 2014, Dr Clavel, hybrid three level lumbar.
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