VSI is proud to congratulate Dr. Niteesh Bharara, Dr. Christopher Good, Dr. Colin Haines, and Dr. Ehsan Jazini on being named Top Doctors of 2025 by Washingtonian Magazine. This prestigious annual recognition honors the region’s most trusted and respected physicians, chosen through peer nomination by fellow leading physicians across the DC Metro area. This is…
What if the secret to healing faster was already in the air you breathe? In a special on-location episode of the Get Back to Your Life® Podcast, Dr. Christopher Good, Spine Surgeon and President at VSI, reveals one of the latest breakthroughs in spine surgery recovery: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. This innovative treatment is now being…
The Recovery Revolution™ combines advanced surgery, holistic therapies, and proven protocols, validated in a 50,000-patient study, to deliver more effective and efficient recovery. RESTON, VIRGINIA – October 16, 2025 – VSI® is proud to introduce The Recovery Revolution™, a patient-first, data-driven model that reimagines what recovery should look like before, during, and after spine surgery….
Weighted vests have taken social media by storm, with fitness enthusiasts everywhere claiming they improve posture, strengthen your back, maintain bone density, and build muscle. But does this trending fitness accessory actually deliver on its promises? Dr. Colin Haines, a spine surgeon at VSI, recently joined NBC4’s health team to separate fact from fiction about…
Pickleball has become America’s fastest-growing sport, but with that explosive popularity comes an unfortunate side effect: injuries are popping up just as fast. Recently, VSI Sports Medicine expert Dr. Yash Mehta appeared on FOX 5 DC to share practical strategies that help players stay on the court longer, play safer, and most importantly, have more…
Lizette was an athlete, a mom, and an outdoors lover whose life changed when unpredictable, stabbing back pain made even lifting her baby impossible. For years, she chased relief that never lasted until she found a team that focused on recovery, not just the next procedure. “I felt like when I got to VSI and…
Jakki was just 13 years old when she first experienced debilitating back pain so intense it rendered her unable to move, laugh, or even speak. It would come in waves, reappearing every couple of years, stealing weeks of her young life each time. Despite consulting over ten specialists, including chiropractors, acupuncturists, and physical therapists, her…
You can find more about Jakki’s story, featured on WebMD.com. May is Women’s Health Month, a time to raise awareness about women’s health issues and celebrate the strength and resilience of women. There isn’t a better example of this strength than the story of a VSI patient named Jakki, and how she overcame her Bertolotti…
Bertolotti syndrome is a significantly under-recognized spine condition that can lead to debilitating lower back and leg symptoms. Despite its impact, it is frequently misdiagnosed or dismissed entirely. In this powerful episode of the Get Back to Your Life® podcast, spine surgeon and Bertolotti syndrome expert Dr. Colin Haines and his patient Janel share an…
VSI is proud to announce that our three renowned spine surgeons, Dr. Christopher Good, Dr. Colin Haines, and Dr. Ehsan Jazini, have been honored as the “Best Spine Surgeons” in DC Magazine’s prestigious Best of City 2025 awards. This recognition highlights our commitment to delivering life‑changing, cutting‑edge spine care to patients across Washington DC, Northern…
