In this episode we discussed the advances in the lateral approach for sacroiliac joint fusion. Our guests, Dr. Usman Latif talked about his experience in the research and development of Liberty SI. We also discussed the most updated data on lateral SIJ fusion and how Dr. Latif decides which approach to use for his patients. 

Full Disclosure: Dr. Latif is a consultant of Spinal Simplicity. 

Host, Patrick Buchanan, MD:

Dr. Buchanan is double board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. His goal is to help his patients get their life back by managing their pain and focus on things they love and enjoy.

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Host, Timothy Deer, MD:

Dr. Deer is the president and CEO of the Spine and Nerve Centers of the Virginias. Dr. Deer has led a revolution in interventional spine and nerve care by teaching thousands of physicians an algorithmic approach to care including methods that are less invasive at a lower risk for complications.

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Guest, Usman Latif, MD:

Dr. Latif is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology with a subcertification in pain management. He completed a fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital. He earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wake Forest University Medical Center

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Spinal Simplicity: Spinal Simplicity is a Healthcare Technology company dedicated to creating simple, innovative procedure solutions for our physician partners to help improve their patient’s pain and quality of life.  We believe strongly in AO orthopedic principles of Early & Safe Mobilization, Bone Decortication, Joint Stability and Anatomy Restoration.  Our brands include Minuteman, Liberty-SI, Patriot-SI and Hero-SI.

 

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