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By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on February 2, 2026 Medical disclaimer:This content is for educational…

You’ve researched laser spine surgery for months. You’ve read testimonials, watched videos, compared facilities. Yet one question keeps you up…

Your surgeon recommends a laminectomy with fusion for your herniated disc. The procedure requires a 4-inch incision, removes portions of…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on January 29, 2026 Medical disclaimer: This content is for…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on January 29, 2026 Medical disclaimer: This content is for…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on January 27, 2026 Medical disclaimer:This content is for educational…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on January 23, 2026 Medical disclaimer: This content is for…

Your local surgeon recommends a 5-day hospital stay for your herniated disc surgery. The procedure requires a 3-inch incision, removal…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on January 22, 2026 Medical disclaimer: This content is for…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on January 20, 2026 Medical disclaimer: This content is for…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on January 20, 2026 Medical disclaimer: This content is for…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on January 19, 2026 Medical disclaimer: This content is for…