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“My experience—from the first time I met a doctor to my follow-up visits—was extremely positive.”
At late middle age, former gymnast Cheryll still thrives on physical challenges. In addition to working out daily, she stays ...
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RWJUH Hamilton Spine Surgery Patient Gets His Life Back

"I felt like I got my life back."
Frank DiGiovanni, orthopedic patient at RWJUH Hamilton, Orthopedic & Spine Institute, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, shares in ...
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A Tale of Three Spine Surgeries

"It was a fast recovery. I feel much better."
One day in 2018, Denise Newkirk of Hamilton picked up her 1-year-old granddaughter and felt a sharp, burning pain in both legs. ...
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I Got My Life Back

Thanks to spine surgery at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton, a physician can walk without pain.
In the summer of 2019, Robert Silverbrook, DO, an internist with RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group, was suffering from ...
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Back to Living: Read Lisa's story about relief from back pain

“Two times now, Dr. Levine has really saved my life. If I had any pains – even those not in my spine – I would go to him for his guidance. I trust him and I trust his opinion”
Trenton resident overcomes her 'worst pain' with spine surgery If you’ve experienced pain in your spine, you’re not alone. Back ...
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Living Without Pain after Spine Surgery: Read Hugh's Story

“I knew right away the surgery was successful and I'd be able to get back on track with my life.”
Back pain is a common ailment these days. Approximately 75 to 85 percent of Americans complain of back pain interfering with ...
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