Minimally Invasive Posterior Spinal Fusion Surgery

Minimally invasive lumbar fusion, using two small incisions, can lead to better outcomes than traditional open spinal fusion surgery.

Minimally Invasive Posterior Spinal Fusion Surgery

Minimally invasive lumbar fusion, using two small incisions, can lead to better outcomes than traditional open spinal fusion surgery.

Spinal Fusion for Stability and Back Pain Relief

Spinal fusion surgery can help if your back lacks stability due to spondylolisthesis, degenerative disc disease or a similar condition.

Two types of lumbar (low back) fusion surgeries can be performed as minimally invasive procedures. A posterior lumbar fusion (PLF) uses bone grafts along the side of the spine bones, which fuse together to stabilize your spine. A transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) includes the PLF as well as a bone graft between the vertebrae.

Our minimally invasive spine procedures use state-of-the-art robotic navigation and imaging systems.

Why Choose Us for Spinal Fusion Surgeries

Our team works together to create a treatment plan personalized just for you.

You’ll go home the same day or the next day, following a minimally invasive spine surgery.

Our expert spine surgeons are sought out by patients who want a minimally invasive option for back surgery.

Our physical therapists help you quickly return to an independent lifestyle.

We are nationally recognized for our expertise in delivering specialty care.

Our Team

Ram Kiran Alluri, MD

Accepting new patients
Assistant Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialties
Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery

Thomas C. Chen, MD, PhD

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Professor of Neurological Surgery
Specialties
Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery, Brain Tumor  View more

David S. Cheng, MD

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Clinical Associate Professor of Neurological Surgery
Specialties
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine, Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine  View more

Raymond J. Hah, MD

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Associate Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialties
Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery

Patrick C. Hsieh, MD

Accepting new patients
Professor of Clinical Neurological Surgery
Specialties
Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery

John C. Liu, MD

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Professor of Neurosurgery
Specialties
Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery

Christopher C. Ornelas, MD

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Chief of Spine Medicine, Director of USC Spine Medicine Serv …
Specialties
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Orthopedic Surgery, Pain Medicine  View more

Michael Safaee, MD

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Assistant Professor Of Clinical Neurological Surgery
Specialties
Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery

Mark J. Spoonamore, MD

Accepting new patients
Associate Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialties
Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery

Gene Tekmyster, DO

Accepting new patients
Assistant Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialties
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine  View more

Jeffrey C. Wang, MD

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Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery and Neurosurgery ( …
Specialties
Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery

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