When it comes to taking care of our bodies, we often focus on aspects like eating well, exercising, and getting enough sleep. But one critical component that we sometimes overlook is our spinal health. Our spine plays a crucial role in our overall well-being, affecting everything from our posture to our mobility.
Dr. Gbolahan Okubadejo, MD, FAAOS is one of New Jersey’s top spine surgeons and the head of The Institute for Comprehensive Spine Care. Dr. Bo has been in practice for over 15 years. He received his undergraduate degree from Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, and went on to receive a medical degree from the prestigious Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. He completed his internship and orthopedic surgery residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, and completed a spine surgery fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pittsburgh. Dr. Bo completed his fellowship in 2008.
Dr. Bo is also a renowned published research author, and has presented his findings at several major spinal health conferences around the world. He is also a recipient of the Leonard Marmor Surgical Arthritis Foundation Resident Award for the best research project during his surgical residency.
In this episode of Victim to Victory: The Personal Injury Playbook, Lawrence LeBrocq interviews Dr. Gbolahan O. Okubadejo, a renowned orthopedic spine surgeon, about the critical role of spinal health in overall well-being. They discuss the importance of prompt medical evaluation after sustaining spine injuries, key assessments like range of motion tests and neurologic evaluations, and the significance of MRI scans in treatment planning. Dr. Okubadejo also highlights the impact of technological advancements like robotic surgery in providing more flexible treatment options for spinal injuries.
Dr. Bo stresses the importance of patient compliance with post-surgery regimens for optimal recovery outcomes.
What to expect in this week’s episode:
- How the spine plays a critical role in influencing movement, strength, and overall well-being.
- Ways advancements in minimally invasive techniques like robotic surgery offer more flexible options for treating spinal injuries.
- Learn about assessments like range of motion and neurologic evaluation are key in determining deficits and correlating physical exam findings with imaging results.
- Why patient compliance with post-surgery regimens such as physical therapy is crucial for enhancing recovery outcomes.
If you or someone you know is recovering from a personal injury, listen to this episode of Victim to Victory to learn more about the importance of personalized care during recovery.
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