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Small Changes, Big Impact: Doctors’ Resolutions for a Healthier 2025

As the New Year unfolds, it’s a time for fresh starts, inspired goals, and renewed focus. Doctors, just like the rest of us, strive to better their lives and find harmony in their demanding schedules. In this special New Year’s podcast episode, we explore how spine surgeons and specialists from VSI are embracing resolutions to…

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5 Keys to Spinal Fusion Success

Choosing to undergo spine surgery is a significant decision that can feel overwhelming. As a spine surgeon, I often get questions from patients and their families about how to ensure the best outcomes from spinal fusion surgery. To help simplify the process, I’ve outlined five key factors that can make a big difference in achieving…

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Why Choose VSI For Your Surgical Second Opinion?

Let us support you on your journey to lasting relief and renewed quality of life. By choosing VSI, you gain access to: Unmatched Expertise in Complex Spine Conditions Our spine surgeons are renowned for their success in treating even the most challenging spine conditions, helping patients regain mobility and alleviate severe pain. As out-of-network specialists,…

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Healing Our Heroes: A Veteran’s Victory Over Back Pain

As we honor veterans and our nation’s heroes on Veterans Day, we must recognize that their bravery often comes with a cost—severe and debilitating pain. For those suffering from chronic back pain due to the physical demands of a military career or service-related injuries, is there hope for resolution? Dr. Jazini’s patient, Aaron Harper, emphatically…

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VSI Physicians Awarded 2024 Top Doctors by Washingtonian Magazine

Congratulating Our Washingtonian Top Docs The doctors at VSI, including Dr. Christopher Good, Dr. Niteesh Bharara, Dr. Thomas Schuler, Dr. Ehsan Jazini, and Dr. Colin Haines, have been recognized as Washingtonian Magazine’s Top Doctors of 2024. Washingtonian Magazine’s Top Doctors is a prestigious annual recognition of the best physicians in the Washington, DC, Metro area….

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Preventing Overuse Injuries in Young Athletes: Expert Tips for Parents

Watch the Podcast on Youtube With the rise of competitive youth sports and year-round training, overuse injuries in young athletes are becoming a growing concern for parents. Each year, millions of children experience sports-related injuries, many due to excessive training and lack of recovery time. According to the CDC, 3 million children visit the emergency…

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VSI Spine Surgeons Reach 100th Augmented Reality-Assisted Spinal Fusion Surgery

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Reston, VA – October 9, 2024 – Pioneering the next era of spine surgery, the expert surgeons at VSI (Virginia Spine Institute) have reached a significant milestone by completing their 100th augmented reality-assisted (AR) spinal fusion at HCA Reston Hospital Center. As early adopters of AR in the operating room, this achievement…

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Best Hip Stretches for Side Sleepers

Proper rest and sleep are the keys to every aspect of your physical health, mental well-being, and your bodily function throughout the day. Getting good sleep can also prevent plenty of health complications, including high blood pressure, strokes, obesity, and even accidents on the road or at work. Your sleep should certainly be a priority…

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Staying Active Amidst Your Chronic Pain

Chronic pain is a complex condition that can take a toll on the physical and mental well-being of a patient. As an interventional pain specialist, I’ve witnessed the impacts chronic pain can have beyond the pain alone that impacts the daily lives of my patients. Consequently, effectively managing chronic pain often requires a multifaceted approach….