Spine surgery isn’t standing still. In 2025, it’s charging forward—pushed by cutting-edge tech, FDA trials, and a burning need to redefine patient care. Dr. Levine: Making Surgery Smarter Dr. Marc Levine is on a mission to make spinal implant placement as accurate as possible. In spinal surgery,...
Some pain comes and goes. Other pain lingers—nagging, persistent, unshakable. When back pain sticks around despite stretches, therapy, and every remedy you’ve tried, it’s time to ask: What’s next? For many, the thought of surgery feels extreme. But sometimes, when everything else has failed, it’s the...
Doctors share how to reduce your risk of bone loss and fractures Gwyneth Paltrow is known for her commitment to wellness. But in 2010, the Oscar-winning actress revealed a surprising health diagnosis at just 37—osteopenia. This condition leads to lower-than-normal bone density and can increase the...
Spine surgery—just the words can send a chill down your spine, right? It’s a topic shrouded in fear, mystery, and a whole lot of misinformation. The truth? Modern advancements have transformed spine surgery into a highly effective, minimally invasive solution for many chronic conditions. But...
Your spine does a lot of heavy lifting—literally and figuratively. It’s the backbone of your body, supporting movement, balance, and overall health. Yet, spinal issues often sneak up on us, starting with subtle signs that are easy to ignore. Recognizing these early warning signals is...
By Mark J. Levine, MD, MD Originally published in J Orthopaedic Experience & Innovation https://doi.org/10.60118/001c.123882 It’s been a phenomenal evolution in spine surgery right now. I think that we are truly living through what I would call the golden age of spine innovation. If you look at what’s...
Spine surgery, it's a term that can evoke a mix of curiosity and apprehension. If you or a loved one are considering spine surgery, you likely have many questions. What exactly happens during spine surgery? What are the different procedures, and what can you expect...
Back pain can be a relentless companion, affecting your daily life and activities. You may have heard about surgery as a potential solution, but is it the right path for you? In this blog, we'll unravel the mysteries of back pain solutions and explore the...
Explore the critical aspects of orthopedic surgery and learn when it becomes a necessary option for treatment. Orthopedic surgery, the term itself may sound daunting, but it's a medical specialty that can be a game-changer for those suffering from musculoskeletal issues. But when is it really...
Chronic pain can be an overwhelming experience that affects every aspect of life. This blog post shares Frank DiGiovanni's journey through debilitating back pain and the transformative spinal decompression surgery that helped him reclaim his life at The Orthopedic and Spine Institute at Robert Wood...
Discover the essentials of spine health, from prevention strategies to treatment options, in our comprehensive guide. Your spine is an incredible structure, a pillar of support for your entire body. It's what allows you to stand tall, bend, twist, and move freely. But how much do...
The Orthopedic & Spine Institute at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (RWJUH Hamilton) has made a significant leap forward in spine surgery. Under the leadership of Dr. Marc Levine, the medical institute successfully integrated Globus Medical’s ExcelsiusGPS® technology; a cutting-edge robotic technology that is setting...
Located at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Hamilton, RWJBarnabas Health facility excels in treating the unique challenges of the aging spine. Marc J. Levine, MD, “Director of the Orthopedic and Spine Institute at RWJUH Hamilton, Clinical Assistant Professor at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Department...
Experiencing back pain is a common issue, typically alleviated within six weeks using various treatments like modifying activities, resting, medication, and physiotherapy, according to Marc J. Levine, MD, RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group, Director of The Orthopedic and Spine Institute at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital...
During Princeton University's football game last Friday, Dr. Marc J. Levine had the privilege of being presented with the game ball. Present at the ceremony were John Mack, the Athletic Director, Dr. Levine’s wife, Robin, the Tigers cheerleaders, and the Tigers Women's Basketball players. This recognition...
ACDF Is a common spine surgery that has a long and studied record of positive outcomes. Performed from the front or anterior of the neck, ACDF aims to reduce neck pain by removing damaged discs and replacing them with fixation devices that help with the...
MASTLIF is a surgical technique that attempts to eliminate instability in the back and pain in the lower back and lower extremities. The procedure aims to decompress nerve roots and fuse one or two vertebrae together to reduce their motion through the replacement of the...
Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion or ALIF is a procedure used to treat conditions such as advanced disc degeneration that results in mild spine Instability, or spine deformities such as curvature. The Four steps procedure aims to stabilize up to two vertebral bodies and stimulate them...
Minimally invasive surgery is a conglomerate of surgical methods that help perform procedures and reach the intended result with minimal damage to tissues and muscle structure. These medical interventions have been used to great effect in neck and back treatment, or more precisely to treat spine...
Patient Education XLIF: eXtreme Lateral Interbody Fusion...
Marc J. Levine, MD presenting OSET 2022 Honored Professor Award to Kevin T. Foley, MD Professor of Neurosurgery University of Tennessee--Boston Mass....
Gastrointestinal complications in spinal cord injury T J Albert 1, M J Levine, R A Balderston, J M Cotler. Read more...
Shenoy,K.,Goz,V.,Levine, Marc J., Kaye I David,: Should Initial Management for Lumbar Herniated Nucleus Pulposus Resulting in a Dense Nerve Palsey Be Surgical. Clin Spine Surg 2020 Jan 6. Read more ...
Mariani B.D., Martin D.S., Levine M.J., Booth R.E., Tuan R.S.: Polymerase Chain Reaction Detection of Bacterial Infection in Total Knee Arthroplasty, Clin. Orthop., 331:11-22, 1996. Read more ...