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Office
550 17th Ave
#500
Seattle, WA 98122Phone+1 206-320-2800Fax+1 206-320-2887
Summary
- I am an orthopedic spine surgeon who has been performing complex spine surgery since 1986. It is my observation that most spine surgery should never be performed. A significant part of my practice is helping patients out of a deep hole caused by multiple failed spine surgeries. I have learned that the central nervous system is the key player in the development of chronic pain. Unless it is addressed further surgeries seldom are successful.
This book is my own story out of chronic pain. A treatment paradigm has evolved from my personal experience as well as learning from my patients. My goal for my patients is not just learning to live with pain or manage it. It is now becoming pain free. I have watched this occur in hundreds of patients. This book will allow you to regain control of your care and your life. Enjoy the journey.
An overview of the project can be looked at in detail at www.backincontrol.com.
Education & Training
- University of California Davis HealthFellowship, Surgical Critical Care, 1984 - 1984
- University of HawaiiResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1981 - 1984
- Spokane Teaching Health CenterResidency, Internal Medicine, 1979 - 1981
- Loma Linda University School of MedicineClass of 1979
Certifications & Licensure
- CA State Medical License 1980 - 2026
- ID State Medical License 1998 - 2026
- WA State Medical License 1980 - 2026
- HI State Medical License 1981 - 2014
- MN State Medical License 1985 - 2004
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory EMR, Epic Systems Corporation, 2011
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- 13 citationsPotential Mechanism for Some Postoperative C5 Palsies: An Anatomical StudyFernando Alonso, Vlad Voin, Joe Iwanaga, David Hanscom, Jens R. Chapman
Spine. 2018-02-01 - 10 citationsDefining the Role of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Treating Chronic Low Back Pain: An OverviewDavid Hanscom, Jens Ivar Brox, Ray Bunnage
Global Spine Journal. 2015-11-19 - 12 citationsChyloretroperitoneum following anterior spinal surgery.Namath S. Hussain, David Hanscom, Rod J. Oskouian
Journal of Neurosurgery. Spine. 2012-11-01
Press Mentions
- Back Surgery AlternativeJune 10th, 2021
- Why I’m Leaving Spine SurgeryJune 5th, 2018
- Orthopedic Surgeon Reveals Urgent Warning About Spine SurgeryJanuary 3rd, 2018
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