Spine-Talks

Dr. Rita Roy
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Welcome to Spine-Talks®, the official podcast of the National Spine Health Foundation — your source for scholarly guidance on spinal health and wellbeing. Here, we have the opportunity to interview top spine surgeons, rehab specialists, patients, and researchers as we speak about innovative technology in the treatment of the spine, hear real patient stories, and provide evidence-based recommendations for a pain-free, active life. No matter if you are in recovery from a spinal condition or simply wish to maintain a healthy back, Spine-Talks® offers hope, education, and empowerment—straight from the nation's top spine experts.

  1. OCT 20

    Stronger Together: How Specialists Work Together to Improve Bone Health for Women and Men

    In this episode of Spine Talks, we  explore the vital topic of osteoporosis — a condition that weakens bones and increases the risk of fractures — with two world-class experts from complementary fields: Dr. Robert Adler, an endocrinologist from Virginia Commonwealth University and the Richmond VA Center who has spent more than 30 years studying osteoporosis in women and men, and Dr. Paul Anderson, an orthopedic spine surgeon from the University of Wisconsin who leads bone health programs aimed at preventing fractures and improving surgical outcomes, and co-chairs our Task Force. Together, they uncover what most people don’t realize: bones are living, changing organs that constantly remodel throughout life. The doctors discuss: How bone health changes over time and why osteoporosis is often silent until a fracture occursSimple, preventive steps — nutrition, vitamin D, calcium, and weight-bearing exerciseDiagnostic tools like the DEXA scan, and who should be screenedThe intersection of spine surgery and bone health — why bone optimization matters before surgeryOsteoporosis in men, a frequently overlooked population with higher mortality after fracturesModern treatments, including antiresorptive and anabolic medications, their safety, effectiveness, and how they restore bone strengthThe episode emphasizes that osteoporosis is preventable and treatable, with the right combination of lifestyle, medical care, and awareness. Both doctors encourage patients to be proactive advocates for their bone health and start conversations with their physicians about screening and treatment options. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health!

    43 min

  2. OCT 3

    Spine-Talks® Cities 2020: Full Program

    A virtual tour of exciting minimally invasive advancements , brought to you by the nation’s leading experts in spinal health care. If you or someone you know is suffering from neck or back pain, you are not alone. Spine-Talks® is where you go for answers. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health!

    1 hr

  3. SEP 26

    Artificial Disc Replacement Webinar Part 1

    Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health!

    45 min

  4. SEP 12

    COVID 19: Impact on Spinal Health

    Dr. Thomas Schuler, CEO of the Virginia Spine Institute and Chairman of the Medical and Scientific Board for the Spine Health Foundation (NSHF) and NSHF CEO, Dr. Rita Roy, discuss the impact of COVID-19 on spine health. In this message, they talk about telemedicine, home exercise, healthy habits and more. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health!

    17 min

  5. SEP 5

    Spine-Talks® Featured Program: What Patients Need to Know About Adult Deformity

    Our CEO, Rita Roy, MD and Medical & Scientific Board Chairman, Thomas Schuler, M.D., F.A.C.S. of Virginia Spine Institute host a panel of the nation's top spine experts on adult deformity. 1. Lawrence Lenke, MD, Columbia Orthopedics (New York, NY) 2. Serena Hu, MD, Stanford University (Redwood City, CA) 3. Ron Lehman, MD, Columbia Orthopedics (New York, NY)  Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health!

    40 min

  6. AUG 29

    What Patients Need to Know About Disc Replacements

    Two spine surgeons from our Medical & Scientific Board, Dr. Thomas Schuler (Reston, VA) and Dr. Scott Blumenthal (Plano, TX) discuss what patients need to know about artificial disc replacements.   Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health!

    14 min

  7. AUG 22

    Spine Surgery: When is it a Good Idea?

    Experts from the National Spine Health Foundation's Medical & Scientific Board answer common patient questions on spine health. Notably, when is spine surgery a good idea? Featured Panelists include: Dr. Thomas Schuler (Reston, VA) as Moderator, Dr. Domagoj Coric (Charlotte, NC), Dr. Zoher Ghogawala (Boston, MA), Dr. Luis Tumialan (Phoenix, AZ), Dr. Michael Wang (Miami, FL), and Dr. Rita Roy (NSHF's CEO). Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health!

    44 min

  8. AUG 8

    How to Find the Best Treatment for Me: A Team Approach for Outstanding Results

    We're excited to introduce our newest Spine Talks episode, featuring insights from Rajin Sethi, Executive Medical Director at Virginia Mason Health's Neuroscience and Spine Center, his dedicated team, and a resilient patient. Sethi's extensive experience will guide you through the complexities of choosing the right treatment for your spine condition. From exploring options to understanding the impact, this episode is your compass toward informed choices for a healthier spine.  Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health!

    52 min
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Welcome to Spine-Talks®, the official podcast of the National Spine Health Foundation — your source for scholarly guidance on spinal health and wellbeing. Here, we have the opportunity to interview top spine surgeons, rehab specialists, patients, and researchers as we speak about innovative technology in the treatment of the spine, hear real patient stories, and provide evidence-based recommendations for a pain-free, active life. No matter if you are in recovery from a spinal condition or simply wish to maintain a healthy back, Spine-Talks® offers hope, education, and empowerment—straight from the nation's top spine experts.

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    Dr. Rita Roy
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  • Episodes
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