Craig R Louer Jr, MD FAAOS

@CraigLouer

Peds Ortho & Spine surgeon, Proud husband and father (👧x2 and 👦); Co-host of #PedsOrthoPodcast; Goals: Advocate, Educate, Inspire; Opinions are my own

Nashville, TN pedsorthopodcasts.podbean.com Joined July 2020

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Craig R Louer Jr, MD FAAOS @CraigLouer May 21

False-positive IONM alerts in scoliosis led us to probe causes that delay or stop surgery. Anesthetic depth was key—EEG/BIS monitoring helped recognize them. Congrats Alex La Poche and our team! #scoliosis

link.springer.com/article/10.100…

Craig R Louer Jr, MD FAAOS @CraigLouer May 1

I had the honor of moderating an "Ask the Experts" webinar where two of my patients shared their journeys—deep thanks to Claire and Jersey for courageously helping other kids!

youtube.com/watch?v=-9pO4M…

Explore all the educational videos from the #SettingScoliosisStraight Found.

Craig R Louer Jr, MD FAAOS @CraigLouer Apr 29

Just published: Vanderbilt’s TGR experience for scoliosis, avoiding routine IONM to reduce risk and cost—higher‑risk patients may still need IONM. #Scoliosis #SpineSurgery

Congrats research fellow Alex La Poche on a major publication, many more to follow!

Craig R Louer Jr, MD FAAOS @CraigLouer Mar 31

#Scoliosis surgeons: How many of your MCGR patients actually return as scheduled for their routine lengthenings? Our analysis of PSSG data indicates >2/5 don't come back when we want (41%)!

Major implications for clinical care and research!

Read more: sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

Craig R Louer Jr, MD FAAOS @CraigLouer Jan 15

Spine Deformity Surgeons:
What graft do you use in your AIS spine fusions?

Is it overly expensive/fancy? Or too simplistic and you worry there is something better?

Our latest study presents expert opinions from the Harms Study Group (@SSS_Foundation):

buff.ly/OA8Btuj