Guest: Ronald A. Alberico, MD

In this segment, Dr. Ronald Alberico will talk about what percutaneous vertebral augmentation techniques exist, and the differences between them as well as Identify patients who may benefit from this type of treatment. He will also demonstrate an understanding of the preoperative work-up and postoperative expectations for vertebroplasty/kyphoplasty patients. This activity is the fourth in a series of eight in-depth discussions with oncology thought leaders at the Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo, New York, targeting Primary Care and Family physicians. This series was made possible through the generous support of BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York.