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A Patient’s Journey

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After years of back pain, surgery brings relief

Hear from Dr. Alexander Ropper, professor and director of spinal neurosurgery at Baylor College of Medicine, and his patient, Hank Holmes, as they discuss the life-changing results of spinal fusion surgery. After years of debilitating back pain and an unsuccessful prior procedure, Mr. Holmes turned to Dr. Ropper for treatment. Today, he says he feels better than he has in 15 years and has returned to enjoying the activities he loves most, including hiking and fishing. 

Watch the video above.