Isolating the Effect of Surgeon Experience on Spine Surgery Outcomes: A Retrospective Cohort Study Stratified by Procedure Type

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Authors

Arun K. Movva · Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Cade F. Bennett · University of Divinity

Kaitlyn Hurka · University of Divinity

Theodore A. Joaquin · University of Divinity

Alpesh A. Patel · University of Divinity

Srikanth N. Divi · University of Divinity

Abstract

Surgeon experience markedly reduces complications and improves lumbar fusion and PCDF outcomes, emphasizing its value in optimizing care while challenging the notion that surgeons are interchangeable.

Topics & Keywords

Patient Satisfaction in Healthcare Spine and Intervertebral Disc Pathology Surgical Simulation and Training

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

DOI: 10.5435/jaaos-d-25-01269

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