Spine Surgery The spine (spinal column) is the energy source for all of our bodily functions, extending from the base of the head to the sacrum - that triangular bit at the base of our spine in the lower back. If you compare the spine to a multi-story building, each of the floors are similar to the vertebrae in our spine. Each vertebra has its own function and can create its own problem or cause a chain reaction if it is even slightly out of place. Most back pain and problems do not immediately require surgery; however, the pain that you may be experiencing could be connected to a more serious problem. Early recognition and treatment of spine (back) injuries and conditions can reduce your chance of later complications and loss of function. Your spine is a vital part of your body - entrust it to a highly-trained and knowledgable physician. The highly-trained Orthopaedic Surgeons at Rochester General Orthopaedics offer comprehensive non-surgical and surgical treatment of adult and pediatric spine injuries and disorders, including conditions involving the neck and lower back. Our board-certified surgeons offer the most advanced techniques to treat spinal conditions (including minimally-invasive surgery) to the residents of the Greater Rochester NY and Finger Lakes regions. Conditions we treat include: ♦ Back pain and problems ♦ Neck fracture ♦ Coccyx fracture ♦ Sacroiliac joint pain ♦ Complex spine problems (associated with growth disorders) ♦ Scoliosis ♦ Degenerative disease (cervical spine, disc) ♦ Spinal stenosis ♦ Herniated, prolapsed or ruptured discs ♦ Spinal deformity ♦ Infections of the spine ♦ Spine fracture ♦ Kyphosis ♦ Spondylosis ♦ Myelomeningocele (Spina bifida) ♦ Trauma ♦ Neuromuscular disorders ♦ Tumors Our Spine Surgeons Stephen Lasser, MD (315) 789-4272 » View profile » Visit Web site Gordon Whitbeck, MD (585) 342-2410 » View profile » Visit Web site Elias Nicolas, MD » View profile