Introducing Dr. Sean Kelly: Leading Spine Surgeon Joins Joseph Spine Institute in Tampa and Wesley Chapel

31 Jan 2024 Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Pain Management, Revision Surgery, Sciatica, Spine News

Joseph Spine Institute (JSI) proudly announces the arrival of Dr. Sean Kelly, a highly esteemed dual fellowship-trained adult and pediatric spine surgeon. Dr. Kelly is set to lead the Wesley Chapel Spine Center and extend his expertise to the Tampa office, bringing a wealth of knowledge and a commitment to comprehensive and compassionate patient care.

Internship in General Surgery at the University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville

Originally hailing from Boston, Massachusetts, Dr. Kelly’s academic journey has been marked by excellence. He graduated cum laude with a BA in Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics from Assumption College, where he also excelled in baseball and swimming. Dr. Kelly continued his education at the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) in Blacksburg, VA, and completed an Internship in General Surgery at the University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville.

Accolades and Achievements in Orthopedic Surgery Residency

During his Orthopedic Surgery Residency at Larkin Community Hospital in South Miami, FL, Dr. Kelly garnered recognition for his exceptional abilities. He was nominated for the prestigious 2021 David C. Leach Award by ACGME, selected as Chief Resident for the 2019-2020 academic year, and named a Top 10 Finalist for the 2019 Florida Resident of the Year Award.

Expertise in Spinal Deformity and Fusionless Techniques

Dr. Kelly pursued specialized training in Pediatric Spinal Deformity at The University of British Columbia’s BC Children’s Hospital, where he honed his skills in complex spinal deformity and Anterior Vertebral Body Tethering (AVBT). His journey continued at Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, where he completed a fellowship in Adult and Pediatric Orthopedic Spine and Neurosurgery, gaining expertise in degenerative disorders, tumors, and trauma.

Innovative Approach to Spine Surgery and Patient Care

Dr. Kelly is at the forefront of innovative spinal surgery techniques, including navigation-guided and robotic-assisted pedicle screw placement. These technologies enhance precision, accuracy, and predictability in surgical procedures. Beyond surgical intervention, Dr. Kelly offers a range of nonsurgical treatments such as physical therapy and spinal injections, reflecting his commitment to holistic patient care.

Dedication to Patient Well-being and Individualized Treatment

Specializing in degenerative spine conditions, spinal abnormalities, and trauma-related disorders, Dr. Kelly is dedicated to providing customized care that considers total body health and emotional wellness. His practice encompasses the treatment of adult, young adult, and pediatric spine disorders, reflecting his commitment to addressing a broad spectrum of patient needs.

A Passion for Fitness, Fishing, and Family

Outside the operating room, Dr. Kelly enjoys an active lifestyle with his family. Whether staying fit, engaging in deep-sea fishing, exploring theme parks, or savoring great cuisine with friends and family, Dr. Kelly embodies a holistic approach to life that aligns seamlessly with his patient care philosophy.

Joseph Spine Institute is honored to welcome Dr. Sean Kelly to the team, confident that his expertise and commitment to patient well-being will significantly enhance the spine care services provided at both the Wesley Chapel and Tampa locations.

What Are Medial Branch Nerve Blocks

23 Jul 2020 Endoscopy, Pain Management, Spine News

Medial branch blocks are diagnostic injections performed to identify painful lumbar facet joints. The purpose of the procedure is to pinpoint the exact area in the spine that the pain is radiating from that needs treatment.

The facet joints are little joints between the vertebra in the spine, they allow the spine to bend flex and twist and can be a common source of back pain. Medial branches are small nerves that carry pain impulses from the lumbar facet joints to the brain. I am highly experienced in performing medial branch injections. In preparation for the procedure the patient is positioned on their stomach.

The procedure is done under a local anesthetic that helps to numb the skin and deeper tissues around the facet joint that is suspected of causing the pain. This procedure can also be performed under sedation if the patient would like. Once the patient is numb I will use a special camera to guide the needle close to the lumbar medial branch. A small amount of local anesthetic is then injected around the medial branch nerve. The local anesthetic temporarily blocks the pain signals and helps in identifying the correct level of the set joints contributing to back pain. If the temporary injections relieves your pain I will then inject a more long-lasting. anesthetic and ultimately proceed with radiofrequency ablation.

For more information about this procedure or other questions about how Dr. ChatterjeeDr. Chatterjee can help you please contact our office to request an appointmentto request an appointment.

4 Ways to Alleviate the Pain of Sciatica and Protect Your Back and Spine During the Pandemic

21 Apr 2020 Back Pain, Pain Management, Sciatica, Spine News

A sedentary lifestyle can cause or aggravate sciatica.

During this pandemic when we are adhering to the “shelter in place” order people are sitting for much longer periods of time with little to no exercise or activity. This can wreck havoc on your spine and overall physical health of your body.

People who sit for long periods and are physically inactive are more likely to develop sciatica, compared with active people.  A big reason for this is that sitting compresses your spine and discs, which – depending on your’s spines condition – may irritate a spinal nerve root. Another reason is that sitting may put pressure on the sciatic nerve directly, as in the case of piriformis syndrome.

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Joseph Spine Institute Introduces Spine and Back Workers Compensation Program

16 Jan 2020 Pain Management, Spine News, Spine Patient Resources, Workers Compensation , , ,

Workers Compensation Plan for Back and Neck Injuries

Joseph Spine Institute is dedicated to restoring injured workers to maximum function in a timely manner.  Our specialists understand all aspects of the workers’ compensation process with the goal of providing advanced, specialized care in a cost-effective manner.

Our programs are focused on reducing medical costs and time lost from work, while providing the highest level of care to the patient through our state-of-the-art procedures. We communicate and work closely with employers and case managers to assist patients through the process.

Why Choose Us

  • Workers’ Compensation injuries are treated by a team of fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic specialists.
  • Quick access to evaluate and treat the patient injured at work via team of spine experts.
  • A centralized approach for comprehensive clinical care, using nationally recognized treatment protocols.
  • Centralized access to state-of-the-art diagnostic testing to quickly assess complexity of work injury.
  • Timely reporting and documentation of medical and work status directly to employers and managed care representatives for efficient claims processing.
  • Direct contact with employers to develop transitional work adjustments to minimize costs associated with lost work time.
  • Our spine specialists offer a full range of care from non-surgical care, interventional pain management, to a full range of surgical treatment including minimally invasive outpatient procedures to complex deformity and revision surgeries.

Dr. Chatterjee to Serve as a Team Physician for the Buccaneers

22 Sep 2019 Back Pain, Pain Management, Spine News

Dr. Chatterjee Team Physician for Tampa Bay Bucs

Dr. Ron Chatterjee, a highly experienced, board-certified physical medicine and rehabilitation physician has been chosen to serve as a team physician for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for the 2019 season. He joins Dr. Samuel Joseph, founder of Joseph Spine Institute, on the field who is now entering his 3rd season with the Bucs.

As a board-certified physician in physical medicine and rehabilitation with a sub-specialty in interventional pain, spine, and sports medicine Dr. Chatterjee brings a unique and multidisciplinary skillset to the team. Chatterjee is highly trained in the treatment and prevention of sports and exercise-related injuries and improving performance.

Interventional Pain Management

Interventional pain management is the healing art of providing treatment and prevention to pain. It includes the evaluation of the existing condition of the musculoskeletal system of the body and giving a diagnosis as to the cause and origin of pain and discomfort.

“I look forward to bringing my complimentary skill set to the team”, said Dr. Chatterjee, “My experience in the care of athletes and my expertise in the management of sports-related injuries will contribute to the comprehensive medical treatment the team receives. My goal is to quickly relieve pain and restore function to our athletes.”

Chatterjee specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic pain syndromes through a variety of techniques. His commitment to a multidisciplinary and holistic approach and treatments are designed to improve quality of life, reduce the need for long-term pain medication, and offer cutting edge interventional techniques to treat and manage acute and chronic pain, including stem cell therapy and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy.

About Dr. Ron Chatterjee

Dr. Chatterjee is a board-certified, fellowship-trained Interventional Pain, Spine, and Sports Medicine physician. He completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Chatterjee was fellowship trained in Interventional Pain, Spine and Sports Medicine at Ahwatukee Sports and Spine in Phoenix, Arizona.

From the training he received, his focus is on pain originating from the spine and affecting any part of the body, although he has a strong ability to assess all types of pain and distinguishing its source. He also has expertise in the management of sports-related injuries and has been the team physician for high school football and independent professional baseball teams, along with working with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. His education in physical medicine and rehabilitation has allowed him to help patients successfully improve their quality of life and be as independent as possible through multiple modalities. Dr. Chatterjee is a physician that will always spend extra time with patients making sure their problems are addressed and ensuring they receive the best care available. He is up-to-date with all current treatments including regenerative and stem cell treatments. Dr. Chatterjee is not only interested in improving your current pain and disability, but also your long-term health through a comprehensive, multidisciplinary and holistic approach.

About Joseph Spine Institute

With all four of our locations in the Tampa Bay area, Dr. Joseph has assembled a comprehensive team of highly skilled spine specialists that are devoted to offering the highest level of spine care available today. He has also strategically partnered with some of the most innovative leaders in the spine care industry in order to bring our patients the latest in technology, products, and resources.

From state-of-the-art technology to alternate therapies and interventional pain management treatments our industry-leading spine care practice offers our patients a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of spinal conditions. Our highly-trained and comprehensive spine, the team offer an integrated approach to patients that includes surgical and non-surgical options such as pain management and physical therapy. 

5 Tips for a Successful Move When You Already Have Back Pain or a Spine Injury

21 May 2019 Back Pain, Pain Management, Spine News, Spine Patient Resources

If you or someone you love is moving and has already had a back or spine condition the process of moving can have serious consequences to your spine health. Extra precaution and planning are key to preventing more damage to your spine, back or neck during this stressful and exhaustive process.

It is estimated that approximately 43 million Americans will move this year with over half of those moves occurring in the months of June, July and August. Almost all people that have relocated complain of back pain during or after the process of moving has been completed. If you are planning a move during this peak season it will be even more important to plan ahead as the resources of help available will be tight and the weight of poor planning for your move will literally fall on your back!

The following tips may not only help you avoid additional injury to your back, spine or neck but could actually save you money and alleviate additional stress on the entire family.

Proper lifting protocols for back and spine safety
  1. Use Proper Lifting Protocols
    To make sure you prevent further injury, you’ll want to be sure to follow the fundamentals of heavy lifting, which include keeping your spine alignment as neutral as possible during the process. When picking heavy loads up off the ground, bend at your knees—not your waist and power lift up through your legs keeping your spine straight in alignment. Also, be aware to engage your abdominal muscles for further support of your spine. Carry heavy loads close to your body to maintain balance, and don’t twist your body lifting or carrying. If you do have to twist or turn, do so with your hips first, not your feet
  2. Give yourself enough time to properly prepare for your move.
    Most people will underestimate the time needed to prepare for a move, thus leaving a tremendous amount of physical work to be done at the last minute with little or no extra help from outside sources. Most professional moving consultants suggest you start your moving preparation 8 weeks in advance of your move.
  3. Don’t overpack your boxes
    Moving boxes are each designed to hold a certain amount of weight, and exceeding that can lead to additional strain or injury on your back, spine, and neck. It may be tempting to stuff a large box full of items, however, you should consider the weight of the items in the box and correlate those to the box sizes. Small boxes are great for heavy items such as books, while large boxes should be used for lighter bulk items such as clothes, pillows, and light fragile items such as lampshades.
  4. Delegate the heavy lifting to someone else
    It is important to realize that investing in movers to help you do the heavy lifting is an investment in your health. If you are on a budget you may want to rent a truck yourself but hire people to pack and to move your objects. This will lower the cost and give you more time to have a truck on your property but spare you the chance of risking further injury to your back or spine.
  5. Consult with your doctor
    If you are under the care of a spine physician it is a good idea to check with your doctor and to let him or her know that you are about to embark on this major life event. Your back or spine physician may have special instructions for you in consideration of your particular back or spine condition.

Moving is not only emotionally difficult, but your body can also undergo a lot of stress with minor and more severe injuries a possibility. If you already have a back or spine condition the move and stress can cause much further damage. Be sure to take the time to insure the health of your spine so you can enjoy your new home and new adventure!

About Joseph Spine

Joseph Spine is an advanced center for spine, scoliosis and minimally invasive spine surgery. Founded by Dr. Samuel A. Joseph, a fellowship trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeon. His practice includes the specialized, conservative, and surgical care of patients. Treatment includes therapeutic injections, disc replacement surgery, minimally invasive techniques, and complex reconstruction of adult and pediatric spinal disorders. Dr. Joseph is also among a select group of surgeons to offer cutting-edge regenerative injection (stem cell) therapy.

Dr. Ron Chatterjee Provides Interventional Pain Management to Spine Patients At Joseph Spine Advanced Center for Spine Care

14 Sep 2018 Back Pain, Pain Management, Spine News

Joseph Spine is pleased to announce Dr. Ron Chatterjee has joined our practice in all locations, including our new location in Brandon Florida that will focus on Interventional Pain Management.

“It is Joseph Spine’s goal to use a multifaceted approach to treating our patients that come to us in pain, said Dr. Samuel Joseph, founder of Joseph Spine. “Having Dr. Chatterjee on our team allows us to remain a leading provider of minimally invasive treatments for pain, and delivering on our promise to provide patient-focused, customized spine care and pain relief to our patients.”

Dr. Chatterjee specializes in diagnosing and treating acute and chronic pain syndromes through a variety of techniques. His goal is to quickly relieve pain and restore function to his patients. From the training he received, his focus is on pain originating from the spine and affecting any part of the body, although he has a strong ability to assess all types of pain and distinguishing its source.

Dr. Chatterjee also has expertise in the management of sports-related injuries and has been the team physicians for high school football and independent professional baseball teams, along with working with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. His education in physical medicine and rehabilitation has allowed him to help patients successfully improve their quality of life and be as independent as possible through multiple modalities.

Dr. Chatterjee is a physician that will always spend extra time with patients making sure their problems are addressed and ensuring they receive the best care available. He is up-to-date with all current treatments including regenerative and stem cell treatments. Dr. Chatterjee is not only interested in improving your current pain and disability, but also your long-term health through a comprehensive, multidisciplinary and holistic approach.

Dr. Ron Chatterjee was accepted into the highly sought-after and competitive BS/MD program right after high school. He received his Bachelor’s of Science Degree at Kent State University. Dr. Chatterjee studied abroad at Leicester University in Leicester, England after leaving Kent State and before his medical doctorate program began. He then proceeded to Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine (now called Northeast Ohio Medical University) where he completed his medical degree.Dr. Chatterjee went on to a transitional year internship at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio.

Dr. Chatterjee completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Chatterjee was fellowship trained in Interventional Spine and Sports Medicine at Ahwatukee Sports and Spine in Phoenix, Arizona.

About Joseph Spine

Joseph Spine is the advanced center for spine, scoliosis and minimally invasive spine surgery. Founded by Dr. Samuel A. Joseph, Jr., a fellowship trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeon. His practice includes the specialized, conservative, and surgical care of patients. Treatment includes therapeutic injections, physical therapy, pain management, stem cell therapy,  disc replacement surgery, minimally invasive techniques, including robotic-assisted surgery, and complex reconstruction of adult and pediatric spinal disorders. Dr. Joseph is among a select group of surgeons to offer cutting-edge regenerative injection (stem cell) therapy and robotic-assisted surgery for patients to provide the most advanced minimally invasive spine surgery (MIS) available globally.

Joseph Spine has four locations in Tampa Bay, including Tampa, St. Petersburg, Safety Harbor, and Brandon, FL.

Joseph Spine is dedicated to offering humanitarian spine services internationally in the form of education, awareness, and surgery. Please visit JosephSpine.com for more information.

3 Simple Exercises to Relieve Lower Back Pain

10 May 2017 Back Pain, Pain Management, Sciatica, Spine News , , ,

When experiencing low back pain, the natural response may be to take it easy and sit on the couch. This could possibly be the worst thing you can do to help relieve back pain. A regular routine of lower back exercises may help patients avoid stiffness and weakness, minimize the recurrence of lower back pain, and lessen the severity and extent of possible future episodes of low back pain.

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