who offers the minimally invasive Intracept Procedure, giving patients an option to relieve their back pain caused by degenerative disc disease or arthritis without undergoing spinal fusion. Valente is one of a few spine surgeons in the U.S. Relieve Chronic Lower Back Pain without Fusionĭr. He has journeyed to over 60 countries, including Guatemala, to participate in a medical mission. Valente enjoys spending time with his family and world travel. Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia.Extensive training at leading-edge institutions.performing image-guided basivertebral nerve ablation (minimally invasive outpatient procedure, a non-fusion alternative to treating chronic back pain) One of the first spine surgeons in the U.S.performing robotic spinal surgery and using sophisticated navigation systems Former clinical instructor at the University of California, San Diego and Michigan State University.Nationwide ranked #3 among all orthopedic surgeons sitting for the oral board examination (AOBOS).Board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon.His credentials highlight his dedication to excellence and innovation. Services include spinal reconstruction and deformity surgeries, scoliosis, and revision surgery for patients who have undergone previous spinal surgery without success.
Valente uses the most technologically advanced, minimally invasive techniques and procedures available to perform all aspects of spinal surgery - cervical, thoracic, and lumbar. We have someone for each expertise in our office, such as insurance, billing, and scheduling, which enables us to offer an unparalleled quality of care from start to finish.”ĭr. “Every member of our team takes pride in providing great patient care by being responsive, attentive, compassionate, and knowledgeable. Valente has a high patient satisfaction rate and credits his talented staff for their contributions. Instead, conservative, nonsurgical treatments such as anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy, chiropractic care, in-office trigger point injections, or steroid injections are the first line of treatment.ĭr. Valente’s patients don’t require immediate surgery. “Surgery is only recommended when I have a very high level of confidence that it will significantly improve the patient’s condition, pain level, and quality of life, or if it’s warranted in an emergency situation.”Īround 90 percent of Dr. “Part of my job is to empower patients with knowledge about their condition and viable treatment options so they can make an educated decision,” says Dr. Conservative Treatment First, Surgery As The Last Option His cutting-edge services include thorough, in-depth evaluation and comprehensive treatment plans that address conditions such as bulging discs, spinal stenosis, and scoliosis, just to name a few.
He is also one of a handful of surgeons who was sought out to perform the new Intracept Procedure - a minimally invasive outpatient alternative to spinal fusion for back pain. using sophisticated surgical navigation systems and performing minimally invasive robotic spinal surgery. Valente is one of a few surgeons in the U.S. Countless patients who have traveled from throughout the Metroplex and the country to see him have enjoyed life-changing results.Ī leader in his field, Dr. Mark Valente’s goal is to help you live your life comfortably without back pain. Known for providing innovative, effective, high-quality spine care, Dr. Photos by Lee Ann Baker, LABphotography and Gina Henderson Mark Valente Specializes in Minimally Invasive and Robotic Spine Surgery
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