Ernest Braxton, MD

08/08/2026

Dasha, thank you for the great review!

08/02/2026

Heather, thank you for the great review!

07/30/2026

I wanted to share that our latest review, "Awake Lumbar Fusions: A Comprehensive Review of Modern Techniques and Future Directions," has been published online as an Article in Press in Seminars in Spine Surgery.

07/09/2026

07/07/2026

06/24/2026

Excited and honored to be part of the invited faculty for the State of Spine Think Tank 2026. Looking forward to collaborating with leaders in spine care and contributing to important discussions shaping the future of our field.
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06/19/2026

06.19.26- Today we honor Juneteenth, a day that commemorates freedom, resilience, and the enduring pursuit of equality. We reflect on the significance of June 19, 1865, celebrate the strength and contributions of Black Americans, and recognize the importance of continuing to build a more just and inclusive future.
May we remember the past, celebrate progress, and remain committed to learning, understanding, and unity.

06/14/2026

Happy Flag Day!

Today we honor the Stars and Stripes. The symbol of our nation’s history, freedom, and unity. May we remember those who have served and sacrificed to protect the ideals it represents.
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05/30/2026

We are pleased to announce that we have enrolled our first study subject in the OASIS OsteoAdapt™ SP FDA pivotal trial.

The procedure went extremely well, and we were able to achieve an excellent correction of the patient's coronal deformity. While surgical correction is important, the ultimate goal of spine surgery is not simply alignment on imaging. It is biological healing, successful fusion, and meaningful improvement in patient outcomes.

That is why studies like OASIS are so important. Through a rigorous FDA-regulated clinical trial, we will evaluate whether AMP-2 can enhance the biological processes necessary for successful spinal fusion and long-term patient recovery.

We are grateful to our research team, operating room staff, study sponsors, and most importantly, the patient who chose to participate in advancing the science of spine care.

We look forward to contributing to the evidence and sharing our experience as the study progresses.

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