Spine care
Combined expertise for a collaborative approach to spine care
When you’re in pain, going about your daily life can feel impossible. At Penn Medicine, our team of experts work closely with our patients and their families to learn more about the causes of their back or neck pain, discuss treatment options, and engage in shared decision-making to create a plan that addresses all their needs.
Because spine and neck pain can affect many areas of your body, we incorporate a collaborative approach to care using the expertise of doctors across multiple specialties. At our Spine Centers, we have expert teams trained in neurosurgery, orthopedics, pain medicine, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and other specialties to provide you with complete care for your spinal condition. These experts connect directly with the providers at our community hospitals and outpatient locations across the Greater Philadelphia, Lancaster, and South Jersey areas so that you have access to the latest spine pain treatment options close to home.
Recognized excellence in spine care
The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Pennsylvania Hospital, and Lancaster General Hospital are designated as Blue Distinction Centers for spine surgery. This means that these centers offer comprehensive spine surgery services and provide quality care that leads to lower readmission and fewer repeat surgeries. Additionally, Princeton Medical Center has a Spine Certification from the Joint Commission, demonstrating our dedication to delivering high-quality, evidence-based spine care.
Advanced diagnostics and treatment options for back and neck pain
Effective spine care starts with an accurate diagnosis, and our team uses the latest technology to determine the precise cause of your back or neck pain. Our providers work together to deliver a comprehensive treatment plan to bring you lasting relief.
Spine conditions we treat
Specialized programs for advanced spine care
Spine care can be complex and sometimes requires teams across different specialties with a shared focus to deliver you the most advanced treatment, especially for conditions that are not widely treated by other health systems. At Penn Medicine, we have dedicated programs made up of highly specialized doctors, nurses, and advanced practice providers, who only treat certain conditions like spinal tumors or deformities. This narrow focus allows our providers to be experts in diagnosis and treatments, while also working to advance care through research and clinical trials.
Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS)
Our Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Program promotes a positive experience and quick recovery after spine or peripheral nerve surgery. This is the only program like it in the region and is one of the first of its kind in the nation within neurosurgery. The program enables physicians to closely identify potential risks during all phases of treatment and recovery, maximize the benefits of surgery, and allow for quicker recovery times, better outcomes, and a positive overall experience.
By taking part in the program, you will:
- Be evaluated before and immediately following surgery, as well as during the recovery period
- Focus on moving after surgery as quickly as appropriate to speed up the healing process and shorten your hospital stay
- Benefit from the partnership of your surgeon and primary care provider to ensure you receive thorough follow-up care, close to home
Our doctors
Our providers work with you to plan and deliver exceptional treatment and personalized care.
Locations
Our hospitals, multispecialty medical centers, pharmacies, labs and more offer outstanding, personalized care for patients all across the region.