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Spine Surgery
Board-Certified Spine Surgeon: Why Fellowship Training Changes Everything

Your back pain has sent you to three different doctors. The orthopedic surgeon recommended fusion. The pain management doctor offered…

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Neck Pain
C5-C6-C7 Neck Surgery: Complete Guide to Recovery Time, Surgical Options & Treatment Outcomes

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD | Board-Certified Spine SurgeonMedically Reviewed: January 8, 2026Last Updated: January 8, 2026Reading Time: 20 minutes…

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Back Pain
Understanding Pinched Nerves: Comprehensive Guide to Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on January 7, 2026 Medical disclaimer: This content is for…

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C6-C7 Disc Herniation MRI Showing Cervical Spine Compression
Neck Pain
C6-C7 Disc Herniation: Causes, Symptoms, and Advanced Treatment Options

A C6-C7 disc herniation is one of the most common spinal conditions affecting the cervical spine, causing significant pain and…

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Neck Pain
Neck Surgery: Types, Recovery Timeline, and Modern Treatment Options

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on January 5, 2026 Medical disclaimer: This content is…

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Diagram showcasing facet hypertrophy along with other conditions like Disc herniation, spondylolisthesis and ligamentum flavum hypertrophy.
Spinal Stenosis
Facet Hypertrophy: Common Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment Options

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD | Board-Certified Spine SurgeonMedically Reviewed: December 31, 2024Last Updated: December 31, 2024Reading Time: 18 minutes…

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Best Spine Surgeons
How to Choose the Best Spine Surgeon in Florida: 2026 Patient Guide

Medically Reviewed by: Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Neurosurgeon | Over 2,000 Minimally Invasive Spine Procedures PerformedLast Updated: January 2026 When chronic…

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Back Pain
Back Braces: Help or Harm? An Evidence-Based Guide to Safe and Effective Use

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD | Board-Certified Spine SurgeonMedically Reviewed: December 31, 2024Last Updated: December 31, 2024Reading Time: 15 minutes…

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Herniated Disc
L5-S1 Disc Herniation: A Surgeon’s Guide to Symptoms, Exercises, and Permanent Relief

Quick Summary for Patients L5-S1 disc herniation occurs at the lumbosacral junction—the critical transition point between your lower spine and…

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Spine Health
Facet Joint Disease: A Comprehensive Medical Guide to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Long-Term Management

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Spine Surgeon, Deuk Spine Institute Medically reviewed on December 29, 2025 Medical disclaimer: This…

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Spine Health
Bone Spurs: Understanding Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Spine Surgeon, Deuk Spine Institute Medically reviewed on December 26, 2025 Medical Disclaimer: This…

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Spine Health
Smart Prevention for Back Conditions: Technology Meets Spine Health

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Spine Surgeon, Deuk Spine Institute Medically reviewed on December 25, 2025 Medical Disclaimer:…

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