Washington
Germantown
Specialties
Expert care for a wide variety of spine conditions, from age-related degeneration to injuries, deformities and congenital disorders affecting any region of the spine.
Dr. Bradley Gelfand
Fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon
Dr. Bradley Gelfand is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon at The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide spectrum of spinal conditions, including degenerative, traumatic, congenital, and developmental disorders that impact the cervical, thoracic and lumbosacral regions. This includes neck and back pain, disc herniations, radiculopathy (pinched nerve), spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, spondylolisthesis, myelopathy (compression of the spinal cord), spinal deformity, scoliosis and spinal trauma.
Treatment Philosophy
Dr. Gelfand is a strong advocate of patient-centered care, prioritizing careful listening and thorough education so patients fully understand their spinal condition. He believes this collaborative approach fosters meaningful shared decision-making and leads to the best possible outcomes, guided by a simple principle: treat every patient as he would his own family.
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) is the latest technology available to perform spinal surgeries through small, less than one-inch-long incisions. It involves the use of special surgical instruments, devices and advanced imaging techniques to visualize and perform the surgery these tiny incisions, resulting in reduced postoperative pain and faster recovery.
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Cervical Arthroplasty (Motion Preservation Surgery)
Cervical arthroplasty is performed to replace damaged joints in the neck region of the spine. The vertebral bones of the spine are separated by soft discs which can undergo injury or degeneration. Cervical arthroplasty involves replacing such a disc with an artificial prosthesis. Also called cervical disc replacement, arthroplasty helps retain mobility of the neck, which is a big advantage over traditional fusion surgery.
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Research & Publications
History of metal allergy in cervical and lumbar arthroplasty: A review....Learn More
Interim 1-Year Radiographic and Clinical Outcomes Following Anterior....Learn More
History and Current State of Interbody Fusion Device Material Science. Seminars in Spine Surgery....Learn More
Patient Education Videos & Resources
Patient-friendly animations and resources designed to help you understand your condition and treatment options and optimize your care journey.
Locations & Directions
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Washington
1015 18th St. NW
Suite 300
Washington, DC 20036Practice Hours: 8 AM to 4 PM Get Directions
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Germantown
20410 Observation Dr
Suite 102
Germantown, MD 20876Practice Hours: 8 AM to 4 PM Get Directions