Dr. Emily Carter
MD, FACS
Orthopedic Surgery
Primary Affiliations
New York Medical Center & Stanford University Hospital
Platform Status
Verified Clinical Contributor
Practice Focus
Specialties
Orthopedic Surgery
Sub-Specialties
Spine Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery
Areas of Interest
Degenerative disc disease, Spinal fusion alternatives, Robotic-assisted surgery
Clinical Approach
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)
Focus on motion preservation and rapid recovery protocols. Utilize advanced biologics to enhance fusion rates.
Lumbar Laminectomy
Employ minimally invasive techniques to reduce tissue disruption and postoperative pain.
Platform Role
Dr. Carter is a contributing member of the Medical Advisory Board and a case reviewer.
- Reviews complex orthopedic and spine cases.
- Contributes to the "Surgical Treatment" section of the Resource Library.
- Participates in setting clinical standards for orthopedic opinions.
Publications & Talks
Selected Research
- Journal of Spine Surgery, 2022: "Long-term Outcomes of Hybrid Dynamic Stabilization..."
- The Spine Journal, 2020: "Biomechanical Analysis of Novel Interbody Cages..."
Selected Talks
- Global Spine Congress, 2023: "The Role of AI in Preoperative Planning for Complex Spine Deformity"
- North American Spine Society, 2022: "Debate: Fusion vs. Disc Replacement for Cervical Radiculopathy"
Credentials
Licenses: NY-20345, CA-99012