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John J. Regan, MD
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Beverly Hills, CA, USA
(866) 567-9743
http://www.spinesource.com
Dr.
John Regan, an Orthopaedic Surgeon, is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic
Surgery and the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Regan
received his medical training internships from Emory University
Affiliated Hospitals in Internal Medicine.
Following
the internal medicine internship, Dr. Regan received further
training in neurosurgery from Upstate Medical Center, Syracuse,
NY and orthopaedic surgery at the University of North Carolina.
He was a Spine Surgeon Fellow at Johns Hopkins University and
a Spine - Trauma Fellow at A.O. International, Switzerland. During
his internships, Dr. Regan received awards and grants for research
from the American Cancer Society Fellowship, the National Institutes
of Health Grant, and the John Hopkins Institutional Grant.
Dr. Regan
is a member of many professional societies including: the American
Medical Association, American College of Physicians, American
Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, North American Spine Society,
Cervical Spine Research Society, Scoliosis Research Society,
and the Mid-American Orthopaedic Association.
Formal
teaching and international presentations are a large part of
Dr. Regan's career; he has given over seventy-five presentations
at major medical meetings and institutes. In addition to research
and teaching presentations, twenty-two of Dr. Regan's articles
appear in peer reviewed publications. Notably, Dr. Regan's commitment
to medical education is evident as author of fourteen chapters
for medical textbooks.
John J. Regan, MD is on the Spine Universe Editorial Board.
SpineUniverse articles from John J. Regan, MD A Closer Look at Lordosis
Swayback is often caused by lordosis; an abnormal inward curve of the lumbar spine. A Prospective, Randomized, Multicenter Trial of the Charité Artificial Disc vs. Fusion for Single Level Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease: Two Year Follow-up
An abstract from the SRS 2004 Annual Meeting on the clinical resultscomparing an artificial disc replacement (Charité) to anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF). Arthritis and Your Spine: Introduction
Arthritis occurs when joint cartilage is worn down as a result of wear and tear, aging, injury or misuse. Osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis, also includes loss of cartilage, overgrowth of bone and the formation of bone spurs. Arthritis: Non-surgical Treatments
Learn how exercise can help arthritis sufferers, including reducing joint pain and stiffness and increasing flexibility, muscle strength, and endurance. It also helps with weight reduction. Extra weight can place too much pressure on joints. Arthritis: Alternative Treatments
A few common alternative treatments that many people have found to be helpful for spinal arthritis. Be wary of treatments that make claims that seem unrealistic, such as a complete cure or 100% guarantee pain relief. Arthritis: Medications to Relieve Pain
You don't have to live with arthritis pain. Today, there is a wide variety of treatments that can help relieve the pain and discomfort of arthritis. Article reviews most common medications prescribed for arthritis. CHARITÉ™ Artificial Disc - Clinical Results Tell the Story
Conclusions made by spine surgeons report that the CHARITÉ™ Artificial Disc is a highly successful treatment option for select patients with single-level lumbar disc disease. CHARITÉ™ Artificial Disc versus Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF)
Currently the CHARITÉ™ Artificial Disc is only approved for patients with single-level degenerative disc disease between L4/L5 or L5/S1. CHARITÉ™ Artificial Disc: Single-Level Lumbar Disc Disease
Patients involved in the CHARITÉ™ Artificial Disc clinical trials reported a significant decrease in pain after the surgery. Espondilosis
La espondilosis (osteoartritis espinal) es un trastorno degenerativo que puede provocar la pérdida de estructura y función espinal normal. How Doctors Diagnose and Treat Lordosis
Doctor John Regan presents patients with information about how abnormal lordosis is diagnosed and treatment options. Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)
Minimally invasive techniques for spinal procedures are beginning to replace traditional procedures with significant improvements in patient recovery and overall success. More Healthy Tips for Living with Spinal Arthritis
Do you have arthritis? Tips 6 through 10 can help you live a healthier life. Learn how you can find pain relief every day for your aching joints. New Device for Cervical Spine Surgery
The BAK/C cervical interbody device is cylindrical and made of titanium alloy. As the device is implanted between two vertebrae, it collects bone material necessary for fusion. Therefore an autograft procedure or allograft is not always needed. Robotics and Computers in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Meet Aesop and Hermes and learn how the use of robotics and computers in minimally invasive spine surgery has resulted in more accurate surgical procedures, shortened operative time, and fewer complications. Robotics and Computers in Spine Surgery
Robotics and computers are used to perform minimally invasive spine surgery. Spinal Arthritis: Symptoms
The signs and symptoms of arthritis include inflammation and joint pain. In the spine, symptoms may also include general back pain, weakness, numbness, and stiffness that decreases with activity. Read about treatment options for spinal arthritis. Spondylosis
The degenerative process of spondylosis (spinal osteoarthritis) may impact the cervical, thoracic, and/or lumbar regions of the spine. This natural part of aging affects the intervertebral discs and facet joints, and it may cause pain. Spondylosis: How Doctors Treat Spinal Osteoarthritis
Spondylosis can often be treated without the need for spine surgery. A surgeon goes over how doctors diagnose this degenerative process, explaining what happens in physical and neurological exams. He also discusses what to try before surgery. Structural Components of the Spine
To understand what causes back pain, here is a short anatomy lesson. This overview will help you understand your spine specialist's treatment recommendations. Your Spine and Arthritis: 10 Ways to a Healthier Life
A healthy life with arthritis can be possible. Here are our top 10 ways people with arthritis can stay healthy, including tips on diet, exercise, and how to sit to prevent back pain.
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