Mark J. Spoonamore, M.D.

spine

In the news

ABC Channel 7 News in Los Angeles

Dr. Spoonamore treats complex spinal deformity problems such as scoliosis and kyphosis in both children and adults. Dr. Spoonamore prefers to treat these conditions conservatively if it is possible or indicated. However, it is necessary to perform corrective surgery if the deformity is severe and/or progressive. Dr. Spoonamore was recently featured on the ABC Channel 7 News in Los Angeles because of his expertise in treating these complex problems.

Dr Spoonamore featured on ABC 7 News

Articles

Medical News Today, September 25, 2005

“Taking the scare out of scoliosis (a side-to-side curving of the spine)”

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U.S. News & World Report. July 18, 2005

The USC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery (which includes the USC Spine Center) ranks as one of the top programs in the entire nation. The July 18, 2005 issue of the U.S. News & World Report magazine lists Keck USC Hospital as #29 on the list of all U.S. hospitals in the category of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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USC Health Magazine. Fall 2003

“Implantable devices that replace defective body parts not only take over where nature left off, they often improve on the original design.”
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UCI Health, UCI Medical Center. Winter 2001

“Straight Facts About Scoliosis” – Scoliosis can cripple a child. But early treatment can work wonders…
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