What's involved in surgery to correct scoliosis and other spinal deformities
Michale Galgano, MD Michale Galgano, MD (photo by Jim Howe) (photo by Jim Howe) When spinal deformities impact daily life, patients may consider the option of surgery. Upstate neurosurgeon When…
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