Backtable Brief: Multidisciplinary Care Approaches for Spinal Tumors with Dr. Ran Lador and Dr. Mark Amsbaugh

Check your ego at the door! In this BackTable MSK Brief, Dr. Mark Amsbaugh and Dr. Ran Lador share their multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of spinal tumors at the University of Texas and Memorial Hermann in Houston. They highlight the distinctive aspects of their practice, including their extensive collaboration and support system for patients, the intricate process of managing spinal tumors, and the unique challenges and solutions they encounter. The doctors emphasize the importance of teamwork, minimally invasive techniques, and comprehensive patient-centered care to improve treatment outcomes for patients with spinal tumors. Episode Outline 00:00 - Introduction  03:18 - Addressing Potential Barriers in Receiving Spinal Tumor Treatment 04:32 - The Multidisciplinary Approach in Action 07:46 - Minimally Invasive Techniques and Their Impact 09:49 - Navigating Patient Care and Referrals 14:29 - Final Thoughts  Resources Dr. Mark Amsbaugh, MD https://med.uth.edu/neurosciences/dr-mark-j-amsbaugh-md/  Dr. Ran Lador, MD https://med.uth.edu/ortho/2022/11/02/ran-lador-md/  Dr. Alexa Levey, MD https://medicine.yale.edu/profile/alexa-levey/