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What is Robotic Spine Surgery? Benefits, Recovery & Advanced Technology Explained

When conservative treatments aren’t enough, robotic spine surgery offers a safer, more precise, and faster path to relief. Dr. Oberlander, a leader in advanced spine care, brings cutting-edge robotic and laser-assisted techniques to patients seeking long-term solutions for back pain. With smaller incisions, faster recovery, and unmatched accuracy, this minimally invasive approach is transforming the way spinal conditions are treated.

Understanding Back Pain: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options

From sudden, sharp pain to chronic discomfort that limits mobility, back pain can interfere with daily activities and reduce your quality of life. Whether you’re dealing with a recent injury or a long-standing issue, understanding the cause of your back pain is the first step in finding the right treatment and relief.

How to Treat Pinched Nerves (Radiculopathy) – Causes & Solutions

As a board-certified and spine surgeon, Dr. Oberlander sees patients daily who are struggling with the effects of a pinched nerve, also known as radiculopathy. Whether it starts as a tingling sensation in the fingers or a sharp pain shooting down the leg, this condition can quickly disrupt your daily life and mobility.

Breaking New Ground in Spinal Fusion with PEKK: Featured in Baton Rouge Business Report

Originally Published as Sponsored Content the April 2025 issue of Baton Rouge Business Report.

Dr. Eric Oberlander, a nationally recognized neurosurgeon, shares how the advanced biologic material PEKK is revolutionizing spinal fusion surgery. Drawing on over 17 years of experience and more than 10,000 procedures, he explains how this next-generation polymer is delivering faster healing, stronger fusions, and better outcomes—even in high-risk patients.