Based in MERRILLVILLE, IN, ELIAN SHEPHERD is a M.D., an Orthopedic Surgeon who treats patients with spine conditions requiring Lumbar Fusion, Cervical Disc Replacement. Patients in the MERRILLVILLE area can contact ELIAN for evaluations and treatment options.
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.
Ready to take the next step? Reach ELIAN SHEPHERD directly at (219) 738-2255 to schedule your knee consultation in MERRILLVILLE.
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.
Cervical disc replacement removes a damaged disc in the neck and replaces it with an artificial disc that preserves motion at that spinal level. Unlike cervical fusion, disc replacement maintains natural neck movement and may reduce stress on adjacent discs. FDA-approved since 2007 with excellent long-term results.
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Costs vary by provider, insurance, and case complexity. Contact ELIAN SHEPHERD at (219) 738-2255 for a consultation.
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