Florida Spine Associates

Offering Advanced Treatments For Spinal Care And Pain Management

Using minimally invasive procedures, leading-edge technologies and an array of pain management strategies, the board certified physicians at Florida Spine Associates deliver excellent care to patients of all ages.

“We are a one-stop shop for spinal problems from the neck to the lower back,” says Philip A. Saville, M.D., a board certified orthopedic spine surgeon.

With three locations in south Palm Beach County, Florida Spine Associates has the latest in diagnostic technology as well as a full array of minimally invasive surgical and non-surgical treatments that help patients recover more quickly and enjoy a higher quality of life. 

Robert P. Norton, M.D., a board certified orthopedic surgeon who founded the fast-growing practice, says patients appreciate receiving the full cycle of care, including telehealth consultations, advanced imaging technology, non-surgical treatments and follow-up care.  

“We have a great collaborative team at Florida Spine Associates, including specialists in pain management and rehabilitation, in keeping with our commitment to excellent adult and pediatric spinal care,” says Dr. Norton. “It is very gratifying to see our surgical patients walk out the door without pain for the first time in years.”

Leadership In Spinal Care

“Spinal surgery procedures have advanced dramatically in the past decade,” says Dr. Saville, who has conducted numerous research studies and presented his work at national and international meetings around the world. 

For instance, he uses small tubes to access damaged spinal discs without damaging healthy muscles or nerves.

“By using minimally invasive procedures to correct painful conditions, we shorten the recovery period and get patients back on their feet more quickly,” he says. “I recently treated a neighbor who found it painful just to get into his car. But, two weeks after surgery, he was walking more than two miles a day without pain.”

Dr. Saville and Dr. Norton are leaders in minimally invasive procedures to correct spinal deformities and treat spinal injuries and degenerative diseases that affect the bones, discs and other tissues.

“We can do neck and back spinal decompression procedures and spinal fusions on an outpatient basis so patients can go home the same day,” says Dr. Saville. “We want them to return to playing golf, enjoying an outdoor dinner with friends, or picking up and hugging their grandchildren.”

Dr. Norton and his colleagues are innovators in other aspects of spine surgery, such as same-day treatment for a broken bone in the back.

“We can fix the bone in a 10-minute kyphosis surgery without sedation,” says Dr. Norton, who wrote a book chapter on this technique.

He has also written multiple publications on spine surgery topics in peer-reviewed journals and textbooks and has presented his research at national and international conferences. 

Pain Management

If you suffer from acute or chronic pain in the spine, muscles or joints, Michael B. Auerbach, D.O., understands how to find the right treatment.

“I listen carefully, ask what happened and discuss how pain is affecting the patient’s life,” says Dr. Auerbach, a double board certified anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist. “My goal is to come up with a treatment plan that allows the patient to get back to enjoying life again.” 

He conducts a detailed evaluation of each patient to help identify the source of pain.

“In most cases, imaging will identify the source of the pain, but, when there is a discrepancy, I treat the patient,” he says. 

Dr. Auerbach offers a wide range of pain treatments, including therapeutic exercises, medications, pain injections and minimally invasive neuromodulation procedures.

“We take a comprehensive approach to help our patients return to a pain-free lifestyle,” he says. “If a patient has pain, I can help.”

A Skilled Medical Team

A recognized center of excellence for spinal care, Florida Spine Associates’ experienced medical team also includes:

  • Brian J. Burrough, M.D., a board certified anesthesiologist with subspecialty certification in pain medicine
  • Arthur L. Germain, M.D., a board certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in the diagnosis, non-invasive treatment and rehabilitation of spinal conditions
  • Mark E. Moran, M.D., a board certified, fellowship-trained pediatric orthopedic surgeon with specialized training and more the 25 years of experience in treating children, teens and young adults
  • Stephen S. Wender, M.D., a board certified orthopaedic and anthroscopic surgeon

In keeping with its comprehensive approach to patient care, Florida Spine Associates has in-house diagnostic technology; a procedure room for medication injections; a pharmacy; and durable medical equipment (DME) dispensing for patients who need back braces, walkers or other assistive devices.

Patients also benefit from the practice’s physical therapy clinic, led by Avi Bregman, MPT, a licensed physical therapist who develops an individualized rehabilitation program for each patient. 

“With our experienced team and full-service approach, we get many referrals from prior patients as well as other physicians in the area,” says Dr. Norton. “At the end of the day, it’s the big smiles from grateful patients that we find most gratifying.” 

Locations: 670 Glades Road, Ste. 200, Boca Raton, FL 33431; 5162 Linton Blvd., Ste. 203, Delray Beach, FL 33484; 11135 S. Jog Road, Ste. 5, Boynton Beach, FL 33437, 561-495-9511; floridaspineassociates.com 

Specialties: Cervical Disc Herniation, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Complex Spinal Deformity/Scoliosis, Revision Spine Surgery, Cervical And Lumbar Spine Disease, Total Disc Replacement, Kyphoplasty Treatment Of Compression Fractures, Sports-Related Spine Injuries, Spinal Tours, Pediatric Orthopedics

Education And Certifications: 

Orthopaedic Spine Surgery: Robert P. Norton, M.D., FAAOS; Philip A. Saville, M.D., MB ChB; Orthopaedic And Arthroscopic Surgery: Stephen S. Wender, M.D., FACS; General Orthopedic: Arthur L. Germain, M.D., FAAOS; Interventional Pain Medicine: Michael B. Auerbach, D.O., MBA; Brian J. Burrough, M.D., MSPT;  Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery: Mark E. Moran, M.D., FRCS

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