Nearly 95 percent of the surgeries Barrow Neurosurgeon Luis M. Tumialán, MD, performs are minimally invasive. In fact, the Barrow Brain and Spine team has the most collective experience in the Southwest in terms of complex spine and minimally invasive surgery volume — with life-changing results for patients!
Why is minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) such a sought-after treatment? Smaller incisions and less tissue trauma typically contribute to less postoperative pain and faster recovery time for patients. Other benefits include less risk of infection and less atrophy of muscles.
Watch the full video here to learn why minimally invasive surgery allows Barrow neurosurgeons to “do more with less” for the benefit of many grateful patients!
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