Dr. Christopher Good Receives 2026 Innovator in Health Care Award

Washington Business Journal Recognizes VSI® President and CEO as the Patient Champion Award Recipient

Reston, VA — September 28, 2026 — Dr. Christopher Good, spine surgeon and president & CEO of VSI, has been awarded Washington Business Journal‘s Innovator in Health Care Patient Champion Award. With over two decades in medicine, Dr. Good earned this recognition as a leading healthcare provider who is driving progress in patient care and healthcare innovation. This prestigious award recognizes leaders who are shaping the future of healthcare across the Greater Washington, DC, region.

Dr. Good is a pioneer in robotic spine surgery who has performed several world firsts, including the first spine surgery using the Stealth AXiS™ Autopilot robotic system and the first robotic minimally invasive Bertolotti’s resection. He is also the visionary behind The Recovery Revolution®, VSI’s registered, patient-first model that plans recovery before a procedure begins and supports it long after. His research has advanced techniques that improve patient safety, reduce radiation exposure, and speed recovery, and he has served as principal investigator for an FDA trial on cervical disc replacement.

About Dr. Christopher Good

Ranked among the upper echelon of doctors nationwide, Dr. Good is a distinguished leader in spine surgery and non-surgical spine care. A pioneer in the field, he is recognized among the ‘Top 50 Spine Surgeons in the Nation’ and as a 2026 Top Doctor by both Washingtonian Magazine and Northern Virginia Magazine. He has advanced surgical technology and minimally invasive techniques, elevating outcomes for patients worldwide by restoring their quality of life more quickly and safely. Dr. Good approaches each patient with empathy and sincerity, fostering meaningful connections and customizing treatment plans to achieve lifelong victories for his patients. Most recently, Dr. Good was the visionary leader behind a trademarked recovery movement, known as the Recovery Revolution®, that provides patients with an efficient ecosystem for healing.

About VSI® | Spine Solutions

Founded in 1992, VSI is the premier destination for spine surgery and nonsurgical spine treatment, serving patients worldwide. Led by Dr. Good, VSI combines advanced surgical techniques and technology, custom recovery plans, spine-specialized physical therapy, and natural, non-surgical healing options to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care and optimal outcomes. VSI serves as the official spine specialist for Loudoun United FC and has helped improve the lives of over 125,000 people in the community and across the world. For more information, visit VSI’s website, tune into the Get Back To Your Life® podcast on iTunes, Spotify, and YouTube or follow for tips and supportive resources on Instagram.