Data Doesn’t Lie: "The Future of Spine Care”

In this episode of The MedTech Insider, host Parker Snedden sits down with Dr. Mita De, Director of Clinical Engagement at Spinal Simplicity, to explore the evolving role of data in spine care and interventional pain.Dr. De shares her unique journey—from mechanical engineering and oil & gas safety modeling to earning her PhD in biomechanics and working with large-scale orthopedic registries. She explains how her background shaped her perspective on the spine as a complex system, where every intervention creates downstream effects that must be understood and measured.The conversation dives into the growing importance of data collection in interventional pain, highlighting how registries can move the field forward—improving patient outcomes, supporting reimbursement, and ultimately protecting the specialty. Dr. De emphasizes that success in data adoption requires collaboration across physicians, industry, and societies, as well as making data collection seamless and meaningful for practices.She also introduces her current work building a registry at Spinal Simplicity, aiming to empower physicians not just to collect data, but to actively use it—turning insights into better care and stronger clinical positioning.This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of minimally invasive spine care, the power of data, and how innovation is reshaping the interventional landscape.This podcast has been financially supported by Spinal Simplicity. The content is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as medical advice. The views, opinions and information provided by participants are their own and may not reflect those of Spinal Simplicity. Healthcare professionals must exercise independent medical judgment, and patients should always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding medical decisions. Finally, the healthcare industry is constantly changing and neither Spinal Simplicity nor the participants can guarantee the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information provided in this podcast.