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10/08/2026

A more detailed view of the spine, right in the operating room.

Globus Medical’s Excelsius3D™ technology provides surgeons with intraoperative 3D imaging of the patient’s anatomy, supporting surgical planning and navigation.

When integrated with robotic guidance, this imaging helps surgeons navigate complex spinal anatomy and guide instrument placement with precision.

10/08/2026

Pain at the front of the shoulder that gets worse with lifting or overhead movement? Biceps tendinitis may be one possible cause.

This condition involves irritation of the biceps tendon, most often the long head where it passes through the shoulder. It can cause tenderness, aching, and pain with reaching, lifting, or repetitive overhead activity.

👈 Tap through for answers to the questions patients ask most about biceps tendinitis.
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10/05/2026

Getting mobility — and life — back. ✔️

10/02/2026

When life gets hard, don’t become the person who gives up on you.

Keep your needs, your boundaries, and your well-being in the conversation too.

Share this with someone who needs the reminder.

10/01/2026

Food choices may play a role in supporting bone health after menopause.

A 2024 randomized controlled trial assigned 235 postmenopausal women to a control group, 50 grams of prunes per day, or 100 grams per day for 12 months. Researchers evaluated bone density, structure, and estimated strength at the tibia and radius.

At the weight-bearing tibia, the control group experienced declines in cortical bone density and estimated bone strength, while those measures were preserved when the two prune groups were analyzed together.

The takeaway is not that prunes build stronger bones or prevent fractures. The findings suggest that regular prune consumption may help preserve certain measures of bone structure and strength in postmenopausal women.

Bone health is influenced by many factors, and prunes are not a treatment for osteopenia or osteoporosis. Anyone with low bone density, a history of fracture, or other osteoporosis risk factors should discuss appropriate evaluation and treatment with a qualified healthcare professional.

Source: Koltun et al., Osteoporosis International, 2024.

09/30/2026

Robotic guidance adds another layer of precision to spine surgery.

At DOCS Health, ExcelsiusGPS® robotic technology supports surgical planning and navigation during select spine procedures, helping surgeons execute patient-specific plans with real-time guidance.

DOCS spine specialists also participate in advanced surgeon education and training involving the Globus robotic platform, reflecting a deeper level of familiarity with the technology beyond simply having it available.

09/29/2026

Sharing knowledge is an important part of advancing spine care.

DOCS Health neurosurgeon Dr. Albert Wong recently served as a faculty leader at two advanced spine surgery training courses, helping educate residents, fellows and practicing surgeons through hands-on cadaver training.

The courses covered advanced techniques including minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgery, artificial disc replacement, spinal deformity correction and robotic navigation.

Opportunities like these allow surgeons to refine complex techniques in a controlled training environment while continuing to advance surgical education within the field.

Read more about Dr. Wong’s faculty work and the courses here: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/top-los-angeles-spine-surgeon-dr-albert-wong-served-as-faculty-leader-at-advanced-spine-surgery-cadaver-training-courses-for-seaspine-and-globus-302892546.html?tc=eml_cleartime

Renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Albert Wong of DOCS Health served as faculty leader at two hands-on cadaver training courses in 2026, teaching minimally invasive...