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Dr. William Workman Featured in The New York Times: How to Run Faster, Healthier, and Smarter

In this New York Times feature, Dr. William Workman, orthopedic surgeon at DISC Sports & Spine Center (Walnut Creek), shares expert insight on how strategic speed work can enhance performance, build...

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Dr. Kristopher Downing Featured in Food Network: Safe Tips for Cutting Avocados and Avoiding Hand Injuries

Food Network recently featured Dr. Kristopher Downing, orthopedic hand surgeon at DISC Sports & Spine Center, in an expert piece on how to safely cut avocados — and why a common kitchen habit could...

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Outpatient Spine Surgery: A New Standard in Patient Care

In recent years, advancements in surgical techniques and perioperative care have transformed the landscape of spine surgery. A recent study, led by Dr. Steven Girdler, explores the safety, efficacy,...

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DISC Physicians Recognized by Tim McGraw for Life-Changing Surgical Care

Country music icon Tim McGraw publicly thanked his surgical team, including DISC Sports & Spine Center physicians James B. Chen, MD and Dr. Rose, for helping him overcome years of debilitating back...

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DISC in the News: Forbes, Parade, and More

It's been an exciting month for DISC Sports & Spine Center, as our expert surgeons have weighed in on a variety of health and wellness topics for stories in Forbes and Parade. DISC’s world-class...

Patient Education

Understanding Tethered Cord Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

At DISC Sports & Spine Center, our multidisciplinary team of neurosurgeons and spine specialists treats a wide range of spinal disorders, from common back pain to complex neurological conditions....

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DISC in the News: Drs. Chen, Desai, and Bray

October is off to a strong start for DISC Sports & Spine Center, as our expert surgeons have weighed in on a variety of health and wellness topics for stories in Everyday Health, WellnessPulse and ...

Pain Management

Treating Spine Pain with Pain Management

When most people think of spine treatment, surgery often comes to mind first. But in reality, not every case of back or neck pain requires an operation. For many patients, less invasive pain...

Artificial Discs

LA Times Features DISC Doctors’ Study on Outpatient Disc Replacements

The Los Angeles Times recently featured a groundbreaking study led by fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon at DISC Surgery Center, Steven Girdler, MD. The article spotlighted how this study...

Orthopedic Care

Expert Orthopedic Surgeons for Every Joint

DISC Sports & Spine Center has a reputation for being a premier destination for advanced orthopedic surgery, but it’s more than that — we are comprised of a roster of board-certified orthopedic...

Patient Education

Surgery-Free Solutions for Lasting Back Relief

When you hear the words “spine surgery,” it’s natural to assume it’s the next step after a diagnosis of back pain or a spinal condition. But according to Brandon Hirsch, MD, spine spine surgeon at...

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How Outpatient Orthopedic Care Is Evolving: Insights from Dr. Brett Shore

At the 22nd Annual Spine Orthopedic and Pain Management Conference, Dr. Brett Shore — a leading sports medicine orthopedic surgeon at DISC Sports & Spine Center and founder of Shore Orthopedics —...