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Advanced Robotic Spine Surgery in New York

Dr. Stieber delivers cutting-edge robotic spinal surgery in New York for patients experiencing back pain. Robotic spine surgery has revolutionized minimally invasive spine surgery and optimized patient care. It combines computer navigation and robotics in one groundbreaking technology and delivers a host of benefits to our NYC patients, including smaller incisions, less exposure to radiation, fewer complications, and more.

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An Overview of Robotic Spine Surgery

Dr. Stieber embraces the latest technological advancements and innovative surgical techniques to ensure that his New York patients have access to the highest level of care. Dr. Stieber brings his experience with the preeminent robotic platform for spine surgery, T Globus ExcelsiusGPS system, combining surgical navigation and robotic guidance. This robotic system maintains Dr. Stieber's surgical precision while reducing the patient's exposure to radiation, thus improving the safety and efficacy of our spine surgeries.

With the ExcelsiusGPS system, Dr. Stieber pre-plans the procedures and achieves reproducible outcomes. Each patient receives a custom blueprint created by the doctor for their specific surgical case.

Surgery is then performed by Dr. Stieber with guidance from the computerized planning system for extreme precision.

The Benefits

Dr. Stieber's NYC robotic spine surgery with ExcelsiusGPS grants many of the same benefits as all minimally invasive procedures, including smaller incisions, less blood loss, and a shorter recovery period. The technology also delivers added advantages to our NYC patients, including:

Precise Implant Positioning

The ExcelsiusGPS provides guidance to Dr. Stieber in placing implants, resulting in heightened precision without having to take multiple x-rays and enhanced patient outcomes.

Less Radiation Exposure

The ExcelsiusGPS technology eliminates the need for multiple x-rays during surgery.

Faster Surgical Time

Many spine surgeries are performed more quickly with robotic guidance.

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What to Expect During Your Surgery

Prior to your procedure, our team will take medical images and import them into the ExcelsiusGPS system. Dr. Stieber will use these images to determine the size and placement of the implants and creates a custom surgical plan tailored to your anatomy.

This planned route will guide the rigid robotic arm via the GPS system to specific sections of your spine. Dr. Stieber will use this pathway to place the implants with increased precision. The surgical instruments and implants are continuously navigated on a high-definition screen in the operating room, providing Dr. Stieber with live feedback during every step of the surgery.

Robotic Spinal Surgery Frequently Asked Questions

What spinal surgeries can be performed with the ExcelsiusGPS system?

Many conditions are eligible for treatment with Dr. Stieber's NYC robotic spinal surgery. Common spine surgeries that can be performed with the use of this technology include:

  • Most minimally-invasive spine surgeries
  • Scoliosis reconstruction
  • Spinal fusion
  • And more

Is Laser Spine Surgery Covered By Insurance?

Some health insurance providers cover a portion of the costs associated with laser spine surgery. Through a consultation of your specific needs, we can assist you in finding out whether your insurance plan covers any of the cost of the procedure. We also offer financing options for our patients so they can get the care they need.

Can Laser Spine Surgery Fix Spinal Stenosis?

Advances in medical technology and techniques have allowed surgeons to perform less invasive treatment for spinal stenosis. Rather than cutting through muscles, an endoscopic or minimally invasive surgical technique with smaller incisions and minimal tissue damage can be performed, with the use of an advanced medical laser for incisions and excision of tissue.

Is Laser Back Surgery Dangerous?

Any surgical procedure has risks, but laser back surgery poses far less risk to a patient’s health than with traditional spine surgery in general. The incisions for laser back surgery are smaller, with far less trauma to the surrounding tissues.

Do Laser Back Surgery Results Last Just As Long?

When laser back surgery is performed by an experienced spinal surgeon, the results should be equally long-lasting as a traditional invasive surgical approach, with a faster recovery.

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Why Dr. Stieber?

With his adoption of the ExcelsiusGPS system, Dr. Stieber has positioned himself at the forefront of innovation for treatment of spinal conditions. He is one of a handful of physicians in the Northeast with the technology to perform robotic spinal procedures, and globally recognized for his expertise, surgical precision, and dedication to providing his patients with the highest level of care.

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Our Technology ExcelsiusGPS

Robotic systems like the ExcelsiusGPS combine a CT scan of the patient’s anatomy with the actual patient. Dr. Stieber can point to a precise location on the CT scan and the robot will aim for that site. The robot is connected to a camera that reads physical landmarks on the patient and then processes what the camera sees with the CT image in real-time. If the patient moves or breathes, the robot senses the change and adjusts accordingly.

When it comes to performing minimally invasive spine surgery or robotic spinal surgery, Dr. Stieber is known throughout New York for his relentless commitment to precision, safety, and enhanced patient outcomes. The primary advantages of the ExcelsiusGPS system are reduced radiation exposure and faster surgical times. Dr. Stieber performs all surgeries with the utmost precision, ensuring a safe and effective experience for our New York patients regardless of the technique they choose.

Robotic Guidance

With robotic guidance, instruments are positioned and screws are placed with a rigid robotic arm that is precisely aligned to Dr. Stieber’s surgical plan.

Navigation

The technology provides navigation for the doctor, allowing real-time visualization of instrument positioning and screw placement.

Imaging Flexibility

ExcelsiusGPS offers the option of preoperative CT, intraoperative CT and/or fluoroscopic imaging systems, so the procedure can be tailored to the patient’s precise needs.

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Candidates

Many of our New York patients have been candidates for robotic spine surgery. You may be eligible for this approach if you’ve been diagnosed with:

To determine if Dr. Stieber's robotic spine surgery is the right approach for your condition, we recommend scheduling an initial consultation at his New York office. As a fellowship-trained and board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon, he will assess your condition and provide you with personalized guidance regarding your care.

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Testimonials What Our Patients Are Saying

Thank you for changing my life.

Dr. Stieber! I have no words to thank you enough. Thank you for changing my life. God bless you, your hands and your family. I’m so happy God put you in my way. You are the best surgeon in the world.

R.N.

Gold standard in todays medicine

Dr stieber corrected previous 2 surgeries that did not take. I had a L4-L5 fusion He is professional and listens to the patient feedback. I should have started with him from the get go – gold standard in todays medicine.

R.H.

You certainly changed my life!

I wanted to personally write to you as well as Bethany, Nancy, and Jennifer, to thank you so much. Not to sound overly dramatic but living with that pain for years, then having that surgery end of Nov. and feeling like a new person- you certainly changed my life! I know I’ve said this befor...

J.L.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart

Thanks to you I can lift my toddler without any issues- thank you from the bottom of my heart.

L.S.

No words can covey how grateful I am

No words can covey how grateful I am for your care and expertise, but I will try. You are not just a world-class surgeon, you are a world-class human being. The level of care and professionalism from you and your staff has placed me on a faster track to recovery than I ever thought possible.

M.G.

Dr Stieber fixed me from extreme pain and has such a great way about him

Dr Stieber fixed me from extreme pain and has such a great way about him. I’ve got nothing but the best to say about him and his team. I am a new person and my recovery was very quick due to his work. After 3 weeks, I was back in the gym doing light workouts. The man is great!

K.A.

The man is a life saver

Dr. Stieber performed a MIS TLIF at L4 / L5 in January 2015. At a year and a half, I am pain free and doing well. The man is a life saver. I have and will continue to recommend him to anyone experiencing back pain.

J.F.

I very highly recommend Dr. Stieber and his entire team

I am a 69 year old male, who up until 5 years ago, walked 3-5 miles per day. Lower back pain became such an issue that I could hardly walk 100 feet before I had to stop. After consulting with 5 different neurosurgeons, with no positive results, Dr. Stieber was referred to me by a friend. I met wi...

J.L.

Dr Stieber changed my life

Dr Stieber changed my life, I went from being in constant pain to no pain at all and from being almost unable to work to working full time. The surgery was surprisingly almost painless and my recovery quick, His staff always was available to speak to me when I had questions or concerns and were v...

M.F.

Dr. Stieber changed my life

I have been in pain for over a decade. I no longer am. Dr. Stieber changed my life.

H.H.

I am so grateful for your help

I am so grateful for your help–I wouldn’t be progressing towards a brighter future otherwise.

A.A.

Thanks for putting me back together.

Thanks for putting me back together.

J.P.

Thank you for working wonders

Thank you for working wonders and giving me my mom back. I cannot thank you enough.

M.K.

You operated on my spine and enabled me to walk again

You operated on my spine and enabled me to walk again — which is no small thing. I want you to know that even though a year has passed (88 in my case). I will remember you not only as a fine surgeon but as an impeccable dresser and a real nice guy.

J.R.

This is to express my sincere gratitude to you.

This is to express my sincere gratitude to you. May the good Lord richly bless you for the wonderful thing you have done for me. May you live long so that you help others as well.

R.Z.

Your extraordinary skill as a spine surgeon

From your ability to communicate complicated MRI images and medical jargon in a way that made perfect sense to me, to your honesty and candid demeanor, to your ability to empathize, and obviously your extraordinary skill as a spine surgeon…

C.B.

I thank God and you

This time last year I was in so much pain I could not enjoy the holidays with my family. You have changed that for me this year. Thank you is not enough. When I walk down the street and I realize I have walked more than two blocks without pain, I thank God and you, I feel great, you are the BEST!...

T.J.

I thank you with all my heart

I thank you with all my heart and my family’s too. If it wasn’t for your wonderful gift of your hands I would not be walking today.

D.H.

Now I can begin to live again

You identified my condition, arrived at a solution… and most importantly repaired my lower spine. Every morning when I arise pain free, know that I am so very grateful to you and your skillful hands. Thank you for restoring my health. Now I can begin to live again.

A.C.

It has changed my life

I have been sciatica free for almost 7 months. I can stand without having to sit right away. It has changed my life.

J.H.

You all have demonstrated the true meaning of PATIENT CARE.

I would like to take this time to truly thank you for the hard work and dedication in helping me reach some semblance of normalcy. No words can express how grateful I am. You all have demonstrated the true meaning of PATIENT CARE.

T.T.

Dr. Stieber and his entire staff are the best.

Dr. Stieber and his entire staff are the best. From scheduling, appointments, surgery and post op, they are top notch. Doctor Stieber is a very smart and a highly skilled surgeon.

N.

I’m living a new life after the surgery.

I’m living a new life after the surgery. The whole team was impressive. Very responsive, clear and supportive.

E.R.

Always trust a surgeon with great hair.

Incredible team from the desk, techs, PA to the magical hands of the surgeon. Always trust a surgeon with great hair.

J.G.

That was on the mark!

Dr Stieber performed a discectomy on a Tuesday. I was able to go back to the office the next day. i was told the pain would be reduced at least 95%. That was on the mark!

L.P.

For all of this I am truly grateful to you.

The manner in which you diagnosed my orthopedic problem compelled to write to you. When I came to your office on 11/19/20 after an exhaustive search for an accurate diagnosis, I had previously received three contradictory evaluations and various treatments and yet continued to experience progress...

Anonymous

I wanted to reach out to express my thanks to you for the past few years.

I wanted to reach out to express my thanks to you for the past few years. You performed an L5-S1 decompression and revision on me in 2019 and 2021, when I was in medical school.

I was able to successfully complete my training, and am slated to begin neurosurgery residency at the Cleveland ...

Anonymous

Thank you for taking great care of me!

Anonymous

My deepest gratitude for everything

My deepest gratitude for everything you did to ensure I received the surgery needed, as quickly as possible; and by the best in the business.

S

How grateful I am to you for giving my life back

Thank you just doesn't seem to express how grateful I am to you for giving me my life back. 

What is the Recovery Time for Robotic Spine Surgery?

Of course every patient has their own unique anatomy. Surgical treatment of the spine necessitates careful planning and mapping of each patient’s specific physiology. Robotic technology is designed to perform surgery with precision and accuracy unparalleled by traditional techniques. Its superb 3D imaging capabilities enable Dr. Stieber to create a precise map of your spine’s target area and achieve ideal results.

Older techniques, although effective, can also lead to concerns about incomplete results, especially when the orthopedic conditions are complex. Patients who have undergone robotic spine surgery spend an average of 27% less time in a hospital recovering, compared with some traditional approaches. While overall recovery times depend largely on the exact procedure and the condition of the patient, your best opportunity for a smooth, efficient, and complication-free recovery is possible with this advanced methodology.

Depending upon the surgery performed to resolve your condition, full recovery from robotic spine surgery can take between 12 weeks and six months. You will be able to progressively be more active throughout this time. Recovery time is not just about the procedure itself, it also involves your general health, the diligence by which you follow post-operative care instructions, and your dedication to any physical therapy you have been prescribed.

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NYC spine surgery specialist, Dr. Jonathan Stieber, provides his patients with the most effective treatment options available, all of which are tailored to meet your individual needs. With Dr. Stieber guiding your care, it is possible to say goodbye to pain and enjoy an active lifestyle once again.

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