In this last episode, Michelle and Ben tackle the No. 10 priority, individualising surgery for DCM. The information specialist for AO Spine RECODE-DCM, Dr Lindsay Tetreault, delves into datasets that can best inform surgical decision-making and predict outcome. Then for an inspirational final note, we shine a light on an uplifting case-study from the perspectives of both the spine surgeon, Dr James Harrop, and his patient, writer Daniel Simpson, who has been blind since birth. Through exemplary respect for his patient’s wishes and needs, Dr Harrop carried out life-changing surgery for Daniel’s DCM, restoring Daniel’s ability to see the world with his hands and thereby showcasing the real-world promise of successfully individualising surgery.