AUSTIN SMITH is a MD and Orthopedic Surgeon providing spine surgery services in GRAND RAPIDS, MI. AUSTIN offers Lumbar Fusion, Laminectomy and sees patients for consultations, second opinions, and surgical treatment.
Orthopedic Surgeons undergo rigorous training including 4 years of medical school followed by a 5-year orthopedic surgery residency. Many pursue additional fellowship training in sports medicine or joint replacement. They are experts in spine surgery, joint reconstruction, and treating complex musculoskeletal conditions.
Considering lumbar fusion? Call (616) 391-6243 to book a consultation with AUSTIN SMITH in GRAND RAPIDS, MI.
Lumbar spinal fusion permanently joins two or more vertebrae in the lower back to eliminate painful motion at a damaged segment. The surgeon uses bone graft, screws, and rods to stabilize the spine while the vertebrae fuse into solid bone over 3-6 months. It treats degenerative disc disease, spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, and fractures.
Laminectomy (decompression surgery) removes part of the vertebral bone (lamina) to create more space for the spinal cord and nerves. It relieves pressure caused by spinal stenosis — a narrowing of the spinal canal common in patients over 60. The procedure can be performed alone or combined with fusion for stability.
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Costs vary by provider, insurance, and case complexity. Contact AUSTIN SMITH at (616) 391-6243 for a consultation.
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