In Conversation with Andrew Cannestra: Spine Surgery, Innovation and Lessons from the Operating Room

"Dr Andrew Cannestra is a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon with a focus on spine surgery and spinal cord injury. Over the course of his career, he has built a reputation as both a skilled surgeon and a leader in advancing minimally invasive approaches to spinal care. He served as Director of the Baptist Robotic Spine Surgery programme, where he helped shape one of the leading clinical teams in the field."

"What sets Dr Cannestra apart is his clear philosophy of care. He believes in responsible surgical intervention, tailored precisely to each patient's needs. He focuses on the smallest incision and least disruptive approach, recognising that a faster recovery leads to a better quality of life. "Life tasks such as walking and going to work, once lost to chronic pain, can be regained," he explains."

He is fellowship-trained in neurosurgery with a focus on spine surgery and spinal cord injury. He built a reputation as a skilled surgeon and leader in minimally invasive spinal care and served as Director of the Baptist Robotic Spine Surgery programme. He is a founding member of the Society for Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery and a Diplomate of the American Board of Neurologic Surgery with active membership in major neurosurgical societies. He emphasizes responsible, tailored surgical intervention using the smallest incision and least disruptive approaches to speed recovery and restore function. He combines technical expertise with a patient-first mindset to help patients regain independence and confidence.

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