Giving Back Through Spine Care: Dr. Robert Brady, Payton Simms, and the Power of Service

What happens when a young scoliosis patient turns her own recovery journey into a source of hope for others? In this inspiring episode of Get Back To It, host Dr. Rita Roy welcomes Dr. Robert Brady, orthopedic spine surgeon and founder of the Straight Caribbean Spine Foundation *, along with Payton Simms, a teenage scoliosis survivor whose life-changing experience led her to join Dr. Brady's medical mission in Jamaica. Dr. Brady shares how his foundation has provided life-changing scoliosis surgery to more than 400 children across the Caribbean over the past two decades, while Payton reflects on her own scoliosis journey—from bracing and spinal fusion surgery to returning to the sports she loves. Together, they discuss the powerful impact of peer-to-peer support, the realities of delivering specialized spine care in resource-limited settings, and how one young patient helped ease the fears of children preparing for surgery. This heartfelt conversation explores resilience, gratitude, service, and the extraordinary difference that compassionate care can make in transforming lives. In this episode, you'll learn: How the Straight Caribbean Spine Foundation is changing lives through scoliosis care  Payton's personal journey through scoliosis surgery and recovery  Why peer support is so important for patients facing spine surgery  The challenges and rewards of providing specialized care in Jamaica  How service to others can create lasting impact for both patients and caregivers   Whether you're a patient, caregiver, healthcare professional, or simply someone inspired by stories of hope and healing, this episode is a powerful reminder that recovery doesn't just change lives—it can help change the world.  Visit spinehealth.org/podcasts for more stories and spine health resources.* Learn more about the Straight Caribbean Spine Foundation by watching this inspiring video: https://vimeo.com/72563707?fl=pl&fe=sh  Support the show