Lumbar Laminectomy and Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)
— Real-time Internet Broadcast —
Performed by Todd Albert, MD, and James Harrop, MD, with narration by Dr. Albert.
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Four out of five of us will experience back pain at some point in our lives. A back problem can present as a dull ache, an excruciating stab, shooting pain or tenderness to the touch. A person may also experience pain and/or numbness radiating from the back, down into the legs.
In about 90 percent of people with acute lower-back pain, the symptoms disappear on their own within a few weeks. If the pain doesn’t subside, your physician may make a number of treatment recommendations including medication, physical therapy and/or surgery.
As a special educational offering, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital will provide a real-time webcast on a common procedure that is performed to alleviate low back and leg pain – a lumbar laminectomy and transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF). During the webcast you will have the opportunity to view the actual surgery as it is being performed. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions during the procedure.
The procedure will be performed by Orthopedic Surgeon Todd Albert, MD, and Neurological Surgeon James Harrop, MD. Dr. Albert, who is the Professor and Vice Chair of Orthopedic Surgery, will also serve as narrator.
Both professionals and the public may view the live webcast. Physicians may sign up to receive CME credits for viewing this webcast.
The webcast uses RealNetworks software to display
both video and synchronized slides in side-by-side windows. Viewers
can download a free copy of the player. It is not
necessary to purchase any of Real's premium players or subscription
plans. The free basic player is all that is required to view
the surgery.
Please click on the link in the table on
the right to check your media player or to download RealNetworks
software.
For more information or to make an appointment, please call 1-800-JEFF-NOW.
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