Congratulations Lyle Young, MD for successfully passing the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery exam this past July! Click here (https://www.abos.org/certification/what-is-board-certification.aspx) to find out what it means to be board certified.

Michael S. Chang, MD was recently awarded the Scottsdale Lincoln Health Network (SLHN) 2015 Physician Recognition Award for Rising Leader. Nominated by his peers, the award honors physicians within the first eight years of professional practice after residency and/or fellowship training for outstanding achievement in the areas of leadership, mentoring, excellence in patient care and customer service within the SLHN. Read his nomination here. Join…

Dennis Crandall, MD tests the strength of the LEVA Interbody Device made by Spine Wave by running over it with his truck. Did it pass the test?

With a catchy title like that, most people would read this article with great anticipation. People with back and neck pain are often desperate to find relief and search high and low for minimally invasive treatments to assist them in regaining their pain-free level of function. It is precisely because of the vulnerability of back pain patients that centers who aggressively advertise the latest "LASER" or “MINIMALLY INVASIVE” treatments are so tro…

Joel Braun, MD was recently interviewed for a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation article in Phoenix Magazine’s June issue. Read about Dr. Braun and his passion to help patients restore function. Read the article: Download Phoenix Magazine’s June Issue

University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix Dr. Crandall had the opportunity to represent Sonoran Spine as a judge for the 19th Annual Academic Excellence Day held at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix Campus. The panel evaluated residents on their research and case report presentation.

Michael S. Chang, MD was recently awarded the Scottsdale Lincoln Health Network (SLHN) 2015 Physician Recognition Award for Rising Leader. Nominated by his peers, the award honors physicians within the first eight years of professional practice after residency and/or fellowship training for outstanding achievement in the areas of leadership, mentoring, excellence in patient care and customer service within the SLHN. Read his nomination here. Join…

To thank Dr. Chang for a successful surgery and the others involved in her care, Anne and her husband hosted a Croatian BBQ in celebration of her recovery. Eight weeks post-surgery, Anne already feels like she has her life back. Thank you for allowing Sonoran Spine to take part in this amazing celebration!

We would like to introduce The Bone Health Center at Sonoran Spine. Schedule an appointment with Daniela Pal, PA-C, to learn more about osteoporosis and ways to improve your risks. Daniela has clinic in Peoria, Phoenix, and Tempe.

Dr. Datta has been named one of 58 great orthopedic surgeons nominated by healthcare leaders. Congratulations Dr. Datta! Read the full article from Becker's Spine Review: 58 great orthopedic surgeons recommended by healthcare leaders