Dr. Branko Skovrlj, MD

Many patients find anesthesia to be the most intimidating part of spine surgery. Although being asleep during surgery may sound scary, experienced anesthesiology teams ensure that it is safe. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute is a state-of-the-art pain center with  locations near you in New Jersey, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Here, we educate patients about […]

The general instructions given to patients preparing for spine surgery always include three things: stop blood thinners, avoid food before the surgery, and quit smoking. While the first two are straightforward, it can be harder to see the connection between smoking and spinal fusion failure. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute is a state-of-the-art pain

When planning a major medical procedure, you want to set yourself up for success. Prehab for spine surgery is an opportunity to build strength and support to ensure an easy recovery. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute is a state-of-the-art pain center with locations near you in New Jersey, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Learn more about

Spinal fusion can provide long-term relief from back and nerve pain. Like any other surgery, however, fusion comes with a risk of complications. Adjacent segment disease is a sometimes-painful condition that can develop after spinal fusion. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute is a state-of-the-art pain center with locations near you in New Jersey,

Artificial disc replacement is an advanced procedure that preserves spine mobility. But are the benefits worth a potential second surgery? It is normal to be concerned about implant longevity, particularly when some types are prone to breaking down. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute is a state-of-the-art pain center with locations near you in

Arm pain can sometimes be caused by spinal cord compression. Like any medical condition, arm pain of spinal origin must be treated at the source. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute offers multiple spine procedures to relieve nerve pain caused by compression for patients in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Our surgeons weigh all factors

Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) is a cutting-edge technique that reduces pain and recovery times by limiting surgical trauma. Even after receiving MIS, however, patients can still expect some discomfort while they heal. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute combines minimally invasive spine surgery techniques with multimodal pain management to ensure a smooth recovery. Here,

There have been major advancements in neurosurgery over the years. One of these is intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring (IONM), which enables surgeons to monitor nerve activity while they operate. This technology allows for safer surgeries with a higher success rate than ever before. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides spine procedures and treatments for patients