[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.nu-spine.com\/blog\/dr-branko-skovrlj-earns-prodisc-milestone-award-for-advanced-cervical-disc-replacement-excellence\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.nu-spine.com\/blog\/dr-branko-skovrlj-earns-prodisc-milestone-award-for-advanced-cervical-disc-replacement-excellence\/","headline":"Dr. Branko Skovrlj Earns Prodisc Milestone Award for Advanced Cervical Disc Replacement Excellence","name":"Dr. Branko Skovrlj Earns Prodisc Milestone Award for Advanced Cervical Disc Replacement Excellence","description":"NuSpine proudly announces that Dr. Branko Skovrlj has received the prestigious Prodisc Milestone Award for completing 100 successful prodisc C Vivo cervical disc replacement procedures. This achievement highlights his leadership in motion\u2011preserving spine surgery, a transformative approach helping patients eliminate neck and arm pain while maintaining natural movement. A Breakthrough in Cervical Disc Replacement Technology […]","datePublished":"2026-03-19","dateModified":"2026-03-19","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.nu-spine.com\/blog\/author\/andy\/#Person","name":"Andy Polizzotto","url":"https:\/\/www.nu-spine.com\/blog\/author\/andy\/","identifier":16,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/09bb894bdbe3528994a51facef0e26934a802971f06f03c4ac9e56eb8811ceea?s=96&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/09bb894bdbe3528994a51facef0e26934a802971f06f03c4ac9e56eb8811ceea?s=96&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/new.nu-spine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/logo.png","url":"https:\/\/new.nu-spine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/logo.png","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.nu-spine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_3228.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.nu-spine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_3228.jpg","height":1428,"width":1080},"url":"https:\/\/www.nu-spine.com\/blog\/dr-branko-skovrlj-earns-prodisc-milestone-award-for-advanced-cervical-disc-replacement-excellence\/","about":["Neck \/ Cervical"],"wordCount":671,"articleBody":"a {    text-decoration: none;    color: #464feb;}tr th, tr td {    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;}tr th {    background-color: #f5f5f5;}NuSpine proudly announces that Dr. Branko Skovrlj has received the prestigious Prodisc Milestone Award for completing 100 successful prodisc C Vivo cervical disc replacement procedures. This achievement highlights his leadership in motion\u2011preserving spine surgery, a transformative approach helping patients eliminate neck and arm pain while maintaining natural movement.A Breakthrough in Cervical Disc Replacement TechnologyThe prodisc C Vivo system is recognized as one of the most clinically validated cervical disc replacement technologies available today. Prodisc technology has been studied for nearly three decades, representing more than 13,000 patients in over 540 published clinical papers, making it the most extensively validated total disc replacement platform worldwide. This long-standing clinical performance is a key reason why many spine surgeons trust prodisc technology for reproducible outcomes. [centinelspine.com]The prodisc C Vivo device features a keel\u2011less, titanium\u2011coated, metal\u2011on\u2011poly bearing surface that restores disc height, decompresses nerves, and preserves natural motion in the cervical spine. It also provides exceptional fixation due to its spiked endplate design and offers excellent postoperative imaging clarity. With multiple footprint options and heights, it allows surgeons to customize each implant based on patient anatomy and surgical goals. [neurospine…review.com]The system also earned FDA approval for both one\u2011 and two\u2011level cervical use, following a rigorous multi\u2011center clinical evaluation involving hundreds of subjects. This expanded indication gives spine specialists the flexibility to treat more complex cases effectively while preserving motion and enhancing long\u2011term spinal health. [prnewswire.com]Why Dr. Skovrlj\u2019s Expertise MattersCompleting 100 prodisc C Vivo procedures places Dr. Skovrlj among a select group of high\u2011volume cervical disc replacement surgeons who are actively shaping the future of spine care. Unlike fusion procedures\u2014which permanently restrict spinal motion\u2014disc replacement offers patients faster recovery, more natural biomechanics, and reduced stress on adjacent discs.The prodisc C Vivo implant uses a fixed-core design to maintain controlled and predictable motion, including flexion, extension, lateral bending, and rotation, mirroring the characteristics of a healthy cervical disc. Its plasma\u2011sprayed titanium surface enhances bone integration, providing long-term stability and durability. These features reinforce why adopting this technology requires skill, precision, and deep clinical understanding\u2014qualities Dr. Skovrlj demonstrates in each procedure. [betterheal…erlife.net]Relief for Cervical Disc DiseasePatients suffering from symptomatic cervical disc disease often experience pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness due to herniated discs or degenerative changes. According to FDA documentation, prodisc C Vivo is approved for patients who have not improved after at least six weeks of conservative care and meet specific anatomical criteria for one\u2011 or two\u2011level disc replacement between C3 and C7. This makes it an excellent, modern alternative to cervical fusion for the right candidates. [accessdata.fda.gov]Each of Dr. Skovrlj\u2019s 100 procedures represents a patient who has regained mobility, comfort, and function\u2014many returning to work, activities, and daily life without the limitations of chronic pain.\u00a0 \u00a0See our testimonials.NuSpine: Advanced Spine Care in NJ, Florida, and PennsylvaniaNuSpine is committed to expanding access to world\u2011class spine treatment with multiple locations across New Jersey, and new offices now open in Florida and Pennsylvania. Patients suffering from neck or arm pain now have more opportunities than ever to receive advanced, motion\u2011preserving spine care from a trusted leader.Whether you\u2019re seeking a second opinion, exploring disc replacement, or ready to take control of your spine health, Dr. Skovrlj is ready to help you get your life back.                                                                    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