The Practice – Advanced Disc Replacement

WE ARE ADR

The world’s foremost innovators in Artificial Disc Replacement & Advanced Spinal Medicine

Legends are made from the legacy they leave. Founder Dr. Todd H. Lanman and the team at ADR continue to pioneer world-class, spinal surgery solutions. We’re future-focused, empowering our clients to regain control of their lives, transforming them from chronic pain sufferers to reimagined versions of who they used to be.

We’re sought-after leaders in our field, recognized globally (and by our peers) as the authority on spinal health. Our holistic, multidisciplinary approach to spinal healthcare is unparalleled, with minimally-invasive, safe, leading-edge treatments for complete motion preservation and restoration, with faster recovery.

MEET THE TEAM

The Leading Pioneers in Advanced Disc Replacement

Dr. Todd H. Lanman, Founder

board certified neurosurgeon

Andrea Fitzpatrick

Office Manager

Blair Siegel

Practice Administrator

Arlene Macpherson

Surgery Scheduler

Sara Bruno

Patient Coordinator

Deborah Devlin

Medical Records and Authorization Specialist

Nicole Phillips, CRC

Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC)

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OUR EXPERTISE

A Legendary Legacy

Drs. Todd H. Lanman has transformed chronic pain sufferers to thriving superstars. A pioneer of technology with an eye on the future, his innovative approach to spinal restoration is the envy of spinal doctors everywhere.

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Dr. Todd Lanman

Board Certified Neurosurgeon

Beverly Hills, CA

Dr. Jason Cuéllar

Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Dr. Ehsan Jazini

Board Certified Spine Surgeon

Dr. Carl Lauryssen

Neurological Surgery

Dr. John Peloza

Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon

Dr. Thomas C. Schuler

Double Board Certified Spine Surgeon

Dr. K. Brandon Strenge

Orthopedic Spine Surgeon

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IN THE MEDIA

RECENT INSIGHTS

Exploring Spinal Tendonitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Exploring Spinal Tendonitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

ADR • Jul 08, 2024

Exploring Spinal Tendonitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Tendons are fibrous cords that connect your muscles to your bones. They play a significant role in your mobility, inclu...

Master Your Herniated Disc Pain: Essential Do’s and Don’ts from a Spine Surgeon

Master Your Herniated Disc Pain: Essential Do’s and Don’ts from a Spine Surgeon

ADR • Jul 05, 2024

Master Your Herniated Disc Pain: Essential Do’s and Don’ts from a Spine Surgeon

A herniated disc occurs when the squishy filling inside your spinal disc (nucleus pulposus) pushes through the outer wa...

Lumbar Total Disk Replacement Device Removals and Revisions Performed During a 20-Year Experience with 2141 Patients

Lumbar Total Disk Replacement Device Removals and Revisions Performed During a 20-Year Experience with 2141 Patients

ADR • May 14, 2024

Lumbar Total Disk Replacement Device Removals and Revisions Performed During a 20-Year Experience with 2

This was a retrospective study with prospective patient contact attempted to collect current data....

Disc Replacement Allergies: Concerns, Prevalence and Mitigation in Prosthesis Usage

Disc Replacement Allergies: Concerns, Prevalence and Mitigation in Prosthesis Usage

ADR • May 08, 2024

Disc Replacement Allergies: Concerns, Prevalence and Mitigation in Prosthesis Usage

Artificial disc replacement is an operation where the surgeon removes the broken or damaged disc and replaces it with a...

How Spine Surgeons Will Look Back at the Industry in 2034

How Spine Surgeons Will Look Back at the Industry in 2034

BECKER'S SPINE REVIEW • Apr 15, 2024

How Spine Surgeons Will Look Back at the Industry in 2034

Ten years ago, spine surgeons were expecting outpatient spine surgery and image-guided navigation to become more preval...

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Fusions aren’t the end of the road. They can be

Fusions aren’t the end of the road. They can be reversed—yes, even multi-level fusions. By removing fusions and replacing them with artificial discs, patients can reduce neck pain and improve their quality of life. Dr. Lanman calls this type of surgery Restorative Motion, and it's one of his specialties. This advanced surgery restores the flexibility to move and live freely, giving patients a new lease on life.

Are you unhappy with the results of a spinal fusion? Contact our team to schedule a consultation and discover whether Restorative Motion surgery is right for you.
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The ADR Top Doctors program is expanding its bound

The ADR Top Doctors program is expanding its boundaries, taking a global reach through endorsed Top Doctors nationwide and Dr. Lanman’s regular visits to The View Hospital in Doha, Qatar.

We aim to ensure everyone, everywhere, has access to life-changing Artificial Disc Replacement surgery performed by an expert. One doctor and one location at a time, we’re growing our directory to become the most extensive program of vetted ADR surgeons worldwide.
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The ADR Top Doctors in Arthroplasty understand the

The ADR Top Doctors in Arthroplasty understand the importance of selecting the best implant for each patient's unique anatomy, age, and lifestyle. This case is a perfect example of how proper selection can make all the difference. Dr. Jason Cuéllar, located in South Florida, knew this 36-year-old patient needed a disc that supports longevity and the biomechanics of a young and very athletic body. The patient’s 6’5” height also played a part in choosing the best disc; the implant needed to be large enough to be easily movable without being loose.

Through operative planning and trialing, Dr. Cuéllar found this patient’s perfect match, the Prodisc C Vivo. Several months after his surgery, the patient felt great, with all symptoms resolved.

Swipe to read this patient’s full story.
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Dr. Lanman is an avid listener on #WorldListeningD

Dr. Lanman is an avid listener on #WorldListeningDay and every day. He listens to his patients, new advancements in the spinal surgery field, and the greater community of people with degenerative disc disease. Throughout his travels, events, consultations, and research, Dr. Lanman heard the resounding need for more vetted ADR surgeons nationwide. Taking matters into his own hands, he created a first-of-its-kind national directory of ADR experts through his ADR Top Doctors in Arthroplasty program. He thoroughly vets candidates and selects only the most experienced, skilled, and knowledgeable surgeons specializing in Artificial Disc Replacement.

Now, patients in pain can easily find a doctor in their region who will truly listen to them and their stories. Find the expert closest to you in our ADR Top Doctors Directory on our website.
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If your surgeon recommends spinal fusion, is that

If your surgeon recommends spinal fusion, is that your only option? Of course not! We encourage you to seek second or third opinions and ask each surgeon about potential alternatives.

Our top recommendation will always be Artificial Disc Replacement, but other options that can help you avoid fusion are also available. Some popular options include:

➡️Minimally invasive procedures - Using precise, small incisions to access the spine and reduce the likelihood of complications while promoting faster healing.
➡️Facet joint replacement

Learn more about fusion alternatives at the link in our bio.

Dr. Lanman is committed to helping patients determine the best approach for their specific condition. He knows that every patient is different and will have a unique road to recovery. Receive the care you deserve by calling Dr. Lanman’s office today.
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What’s the growth potential of the ADR market? I

What’s the growth potential of the ADR market? It’s expanding – massively. Who wants to be fused anymore? Hip and knee fusion used to be the standard until 1958 when the total hip replacement was invented to maintain motion and reduce pain. The same thing is happening right now with ADR. It’s becoming the new normal, and the growth potential is immense.
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What better way to celebrate #NationalSwimmingPool

What better way to celebrate #NationalSwimmingPoolDay than by swimming a few laps to beat the summer heat while doing good for your body? Swimming is a great, low-impact aerobic activity that can relieve some of the gravitational pressure on your spinal discs, allowing you to stay active, comfortable, and preserve your healthy, happy spine.
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Do you know that pesky pain that can creep in betw

Do you know that pesky pain that can creep in between your shoulders? You might ask a loved one to massage it to try to relieve what you believe is a pulled muscle. Dr. Lanman believes this pain is usually an indicator of disc problems rather than a pulled muscle.

Does this sound like you? Do you experience any tingling, pain, or numbness in the legs or arms? Do you feel back or neck pain when performing certain activities or exercises? These could all be signs of degenerative discs. Schedule a consultation to see what treatment options are available to you.
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Freedom is a beautiful thing. 🇺🇸Just as we c

Freedom is a beautiful thing. 🇺🇸Just as we celebrate the freedom of being an American today for the #4thofJuly, we also celebrate the freedom from degenerative spinal disc pain every day of the year.

Don’t accept a life of restriction and discomfort. Seek the freedom you deserve through Artificial Disc Replacement. Contact our office or one of our ADR Top Doctors in Arthroplasty to schedule a consultation.
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Spinal fusion carries risks of long-term complicat

Spinal fusion carries risks of long-term complications and health problems, both physical and mental. Some of the most notable potential complications include:

1️⃣Adjacent Segment Disease (ASD) - disc degeneration in segments above or below the fusion
2️⃣Chronic Pain - Pain levels fail to improve, get worse, or new pain develops
3️⃣Reduced Mobility - Not as flexible as before the operation
4️⃣Need for Repeated Surgeries - Failed fusion or ASD may require additional surgery
5️⃣Mental Health Impacts - Chronic pain and loss of mobility can cause depression, anxiety
6️⃣Limited Activities and Lifestyle - If moving is difficult, lifestyle activities may be limited

Learn more about potential long-term problems with spinal fusion at the link in our bio to understand why we prefer artificial disc replacement.
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🚨This might be a controversial opinion, but we'

🚨This might be a controversial opinion, but we're anti-fusion here at Artificial Disc Replacement Spinal Restoration Center! As our name suggests, we prioritize disc replacement instead of fusing discs whenever possible. This modern approach mimics the spine’s natural movement, allowing the patient to preserve their motion.

Beyond the obvious benefits of disc replacement, fusion also carries significant risks. Long-term physical complications and problems, such as Adjacent Segment Disease (ASD), chronic pain, and reduced mobility are all possible. The resulting limited motion can begin to degrade a patient’s quality of life and mental health, and failed spinal fusions can have negative impacts on finances and even careers.

Dr. Lanman is open about this belief, sharing his experiences receiving and performing spinal fusions with patients to help them understand why artificial disc replacement is the best option for qualified patients.
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Not every surgeon is a spine surgeon, and not ever

Not every surgeon is a spine surgeon, and not every spine surgeon is an ADR surgeon—specialization matters. Even though artificial disc replacement provides a better neck and back range of motion than spinal fusion, the procedure is more technically challenging.

If you’re deciding between the two procedures, choose a board-certified spine surgeon with extensive experience in spinal fusion surgery and artificial disc replacement. You want a surgeon who will look at your issue holistically and help you choose the best treatment path from all available options.

Find a skilled ADR specialist like Dr. Lanman or one of the ADR Top Doctors in Arthroplasty, such as Dr. Cuéllar (@cuellarspine), pictured here.
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Modern medicine advances significantly every year,

Modern medicine advances significantly every year, so why are issues from the first artificial disc, approved over twenty years ago, still fueling myths about ADR today? 🤔Current data is unequivocally clear: disc replacements work. They are superior to fusion in the cervical spine by miles and significantly better than fusion in the lumbar spine, too.

Don’t let uninformed surgeons tell you otherwise. Artificial disc replacement works better than fusion and always will.
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If you can’t take your dog to work, hopefully, t

If you can’t take your dog to work, hopefully, the only thing preventing you is your work environment, not your health! #TakeYourDogtoWorkDay

Dr. Lanman understands that you want to be free from pain and mobile enough to walk and play with your dog—and you deserve that. Everyone’s “why” for spinal surgery is different, but every reason is worthy. We’re here to bring you back to your favorite activities, and we know Fido will be happy about that.
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Why ADR over Fusion? As a more effective alternati

Why ADR over Fusion? As a more effective alternative to spinal fusion that doesn’t limit motion, ADR can be likened to a total knee replacement – a part is damaged, replaced, and then the knee works even better.

➡️ By choosing to replace rather than fuse the spinal discs, our patients have experienced more active lifestyles and a quicker return to work. Many clients even have disc replacements to correct unsuccessful spinal fusions and become better versions of themselves than before their original surgeries!

Want to know if you’re a good candidate for this procedure? Contact our front desk at (310) 385-7766 for a consultation.
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When vetting potential surgeons for the ADR Top Do

When vetting potential surgeons for the ADR Top Doctors in Arthroplasty Program, Dr. Lanman looks for recognition and awards highlighting their skill and success. Dr. John Peloza at the Midwest Orthopedic and Spine Specialists in Missouri carries a long list of such honors, including:

🏅 Best Doctor in America and Top Surgeon by the Consumers Research Council of America
🏅 50 Best Spine Specialists in America by Becker’s Orthopedic and Spine Review
🏅 Becker’s Healthcare Spine Leadership Award
🏅 Best Doctors in Dallas and Best Doctors in Collin County by D Magazine for 20+ consecutive years
🏅 Texas Super Doctor by Texas Monthly Magazine
🏅 Texas Hall of Fame

This patient’s testimonial affirms that these awards are well-earned. We’re proud to have Dr. Peloza as a Top Doctor.
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Safety is always a priority with surgery, and pati

Safety is always a priority with surgery, and patients preparing for artificial disc replacement surgery can find relief knowing it’s a low-risk operation compared to alternative treatments like spinal fusion. More doctors are recommending spinal disc replacement surgery for this reason, and the results have been overwhelmingly positive. Up to 93.3% of patients are satisfied with the results and the operation’s impact on their lives.

In addition to improved safety, ADR preserves mobility and has a shorter recovery than fusion. While risks and complications are always possible, you can feel confident that you are safe in Dr. Lanman’s skilled and experienced hands.

Learn more about disc replacement surgery safety at the link in our bio.
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I’m proud to be a surgeon who changes lives ever

I’m proud to be a surgeon who changes lives every week, but nothing makes me prouder than being a dad to my two kids, Avery and McCall and my four step children Heather, Samantha, Tommy, and Mallory. Being a father is a complex, multi-faceted job that continuously evolves, but the reward of watching your children grow into happy and successful adults makes every moment worth it. #HappyFathersDay to all the dads out there.
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The fear of going under for surgery is understanda

The fear of going under for surgery is understandable but unnecessary in modern spine surgery. A thorough, well-trained, and experienced spine surgeon wants to prevent surprises just as much as you. Complications are always possible, but don’t let the fear of going under for surgery keep you from getting the care your body deserves. Trust that you’re in good hands.
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Let’s discuss the long-term outcomes of ADR. 👉 Compared to the lifetime of a knee or hip replacement, which typically lasts around 25 years, an artificial disc replacement consistently outperforms these surgeries. Lumbar artificial discs last for multiple decades, anywhere from 40 to 70 years. Most patients will not need to replace it in their lifetime, making ADR surgery a lasting investment in health, mobility, and quality of life.
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