No two patients have the same spine. Differences in anatomy, alignment, bone quality, and surgical goals mean that a “one-size-fits-all” approach is not always the best solution. Personalized spine surgery uses advanced imaging, artificial intelligence (AI), and patient-specific implants to create a surgical plan tailored to each individual’s unique anatomy.
Dr. Chan is a recognized leader in personalized spine surgery and was the first spine surgeon in New York City to implant patient-specific interbody devices. He is now among the highest-volume surgeons in the United States utilizing personalized implant technology to treat complex spinal disorders.
The personalization process begins long before surgery. Advanced AI-enabled planning software creates a three-dimensional surgical blueprint based on each patient’s anatomy and alignment goals. This plan is paired with custom-designed interbody implants and patient-specific rods that are manufactured specifically for the patient and used during surgery to accurately reproduce the planned correction.
By combining personalized planning with minimally invasive surgical techniques, Dr. Chan aims to restore spinal alignment more precisely while optimizing implant placement and improving long-term outcomes.
Beyond caring for patients, Dr. Chan has helped advance the field of personalized spine surgery through research, innovation, and surgeon education. He is frequently invited to lecture nationally on patient-specific technologies, directs training courses for spine surgeons, and collaborates with leading spinal implant companies to develop the next generation of personalized surgical implants and technologies.
Learn more: Watch Dr. Chan discuss how patient-specific implants are transforming spine surgery and how AI-enabled technologies are helping personalize surgical planning for each patient.
