Scoliosis Dialogues: An SRS Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Join host Dr. Stephanie Ihnow for a conversation with the new SRS President, Dr. Suken Shah. They discuss his vision for the year ahead, the guiding motto shaping his presidency, and exciting details about the next Annual Meeting in Sydney, Australia.  * The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is aimed at delivering the most current and trusted information to clinicians that...

Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Grant Hogue , Dr. Ritt Givens and Dr. Joseph Lombardi to discuss their articles from the Spine Deformity Journal: "Development of a classification system for potential sources of error in robotic-assisted spine surgery" and "Building consensus: development of a best practice guideline (BPG) for avoiding errors in robotic-assisted spine surgery (RASS)"....

Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Jeff Mullin in a conversation with Dr. Kota Watanabe and Dr. Dong-Gune Chang , co-chairs of the inaugural SRS Asia Pacific Meeting, taking place February 6–7, 2026.  For the region, by the region , this meeting aims to engage anyone involved in the treatment of spinal deformities including surgeons of every level, residents and fellows and researchers. Registration opens...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Dr. Grant Hogue for a conversation with Dr. Ferran Pellisé about his article in Spine Deformity titled, “Thirty Years Later: The Lingering Effects of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Surgery with Third-Generation Implants on Quality of Life.”  Find the article here. * The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is aimed at delivering the most current and trusted informat...

Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Steven Glassman as he delivers the prestigious Harrington Lecture at the 59th Annual Meeting in Barcelona, Spain. This distinguished lectureship honors Dr. Paul R. Harrington (1911–1980), a scoliosis expert and founding member of the Scoliosis Research Society. In his address, Dr. Glassman reflects on the remarkable fellowship within the SRS and shares meaningful memories...

Send us Fan Mail Join our host, Dr. Grant Hogue, for our final special episode in honor of Scoliosis Awareness Month. This double feature begins with Dr. Lara Cohen, who shares her personal journey with pediatric scoliosis and how it inspired her path to becoming an orthopaedic surgery resident with the goal of becoming a pediatric spine deformity surgeon. In the second half, Dr. Cohen sits down w...

Send us Fan Mail This week’s episode features 26 year old  Michaela Davert and her powerful journey with scoliosis. Join host Dr. Jeff Mullin and Michaela’s surgeon, Dr. Michelle Caird , as they discuss her unique experience navigating scoliosis alongside Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type III—making her story all the more inspiring. * The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is aimed at delivering...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Dr. Grant Hogue for an inspiring conversation with Brayden Nichols , a scoliosis patient whose journey through bracing and hospital visits shaped his decision to pursue a career in architecture. * The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is aimed at delivering the most current and trusted information to clinicians that care for patients with scoliosis and other spina...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Dr. Jeff Mullin as he sits down with Dr. Jennifer Bauer, co-chair of the 60th Annual Meeting in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA. Tune in as they explore the highlights of the educational and scientific program, and preview exciting events like the Welcome Reception! The Annual Meeting is a forum for the realization of the Society's mission and goals, the improvement...

Send us Fan Mail Join our host, Dr. Byron Stephens , as he speaks with Dr. Michael Kelly and Dr. Steven Glassman , two of the authors of Scoliosis Research Society–funded research recently published in the Journal of American Medical Association -- Surgery. Congratulations to all the authors on this outstanding achievement! The study, Long-Term Outcomes of Operative Versus Nonoperative Treatment f...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we revisit an interview with Dr. Robert N. Hensinger , past SRS President (1989) and recipient of the 2021 SRS Lifetime Achievement Award. The SRS Lifetime Achievement Award honors an SRS member for distinguished service to the Society as well as significant contributions to spinal deformity care. Tune in to hear about his journey and the experiences that shaped h...

Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Vorhies and Dr. Mullin for an insightful conversation with the paper award winners of the 32nd International Meeting on Advanced Spine Techniques, as they discuss the design of their study and highlight their key findings. A list of the guests and their respective awards: 2025 Thomas E. Whitecloud Award for Best Clinical Research Paper Paper#92: Age-Adjusted Alignment Goa...

Send us Fan Mail The 32nd International Meeting on Advanced Spine Techniques (IMAST) in Glasgow, Scotland was a resounding success featuring more 8 moderated sessions on a variety of topics. In this review, session moderators detail some of the content and discussions held during the sessions. For more information, visit www.srs.org/IMAST25 and download the program, complete with full abstracts.  

Send us Fan Mail Join our host, Dr. Grant Hogue , for a discussion with Dr. James Sanders about his article in the Spine Deformity Journal , titled “Human spinal height growth: a description of normal spine growth patterns and adult spine height prediction from a longitudinal cohort.”  Find the article here. * The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is aimed at delivering the most current and...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Dr. Jeff Mullin for an engaging conversation with SRS Historical Committee members Drs. Shapiro, Schwend, Akbarnia, Thompson, and King. Listen as they discuss influential figures in the spine community, including Dr. Jacquelin Perry, a pioneer in treating paralyzed polio patients. Plus, meet Katie Dold, the SRS archivist preserving this rich history. Learn more about SRS...

Send us Fan Mail Join our host, Dr. Jeff Mullin, for an engaging conversation with Ahmet Alanay, MD, and Christoph Siepe, MD. Together, Drs. Alanay and Siepe offer an inside look at Session 2B – Spinal Endoscopy: From Decompression to Fusion – a can’t-miss session they helped plan in collaboration with our partner society, EUROSPINE. Mark your calendar for Thursday, April 3, from 13:30 to 15:00, d...

Send us Fan Mail Join our host, Dr. Jeff Mullin in an engaging conversation with Dr. Marinus de Kleuver, Nijmegen Course Director, and Dr. Kenny Kwan, the Hands-On Course Committee Chair and Hong Kong Course Director. Registration is open for Spine Deformity Solutions: A Hands-On Course in Nijmegen, the Netherlands on June 18-20, 2025. Presented in collaboration with the Scoliosis Research Society...

Send us Fan Mail Congratulations to the 2024 recipient of the Douglas C. Burton Best Adult Spine Deformity Article Award, published in the Spine Deformity Journal! Join our host, Dr. Grant Hogue , as he discusses the winning study, titled "Knee flexion compensation in postoperative adult spinal deformity patients: implications for sagittal balance and clinical outcomes," with two of the...

Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. John Vorhies for an engaging conversation with Dr. Pramod D. Bhilare , the 2023 Robert B. Winter Global Outreach Fellowship recipient. Discover the highlights of Dr. Bhilare's exciting journey to the renowned Wooridul Spine Hospital in Seoul, South Korea, as they share stories, insights, and memorable moments from this incredible experience! This 4-6 week spine fello...

Send us Fan Mail Before we enter the new year, let's revisit our most popular episode of all time! Join hosts Jaysson T. Brooks, MD and John Vorhies, MD as they interview Kwadwo Poku Yankey, MD regarding their article - "Medical complications and health-related quality of life in complex pediatric spine deformities exceeding 100 degrees or treated by 3C0" - and Alpaslan Senkoylu, MD...

Send us Fan Mail Join our host, Dr. Byron Stephens , for a discussion with Dr. Peter Passias about his article in the Spine Deformity Journal , titled "Contemporary utilization of three-column osteotomy techniques in a prospective complex spinal deformity multicenter database: implications on full-body alignment and perioperative course." Article here: https://rdcu.be/d22wB * The Scolios...

Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Jeff Mullin as he sits down with the 2025 IMAST co-chairs, Dr. Meric Enercan and Dr. Kristen Jones , for a preview of the 32nd IMAST in Glasgow, Scotland! The International Meeting on Advanced Spine Techniques (IMAST) is where leading spine surgeons, innovative researchers, and the most advanced spine technologies come together in an international forum to demonstrate and...

Send us Fan Mail Join our host, Dr. Grant Hogue , for a discussion with Drs. Behrooz A. Akbarnia, Fernando Rios, and Bahar Shahidi  about their article in the Spine Deformity Journal , titled "Proximal Foundation Anchor Variations and Their Correlation with Unplanned Return to the Operating Room in Children with EOS Treated with MCGR." * The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is ai...

Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Jeffrey Mullin for an engaging conversation with our new SRS Board Members: Drs. Christopher Ames, Ronald Lehman, Joshua Pahys, Javier Pizones, and Gregory Mundis . They’ll share their personal stories and experiences with the SRS, giving us insight into their paths to the board. Congratulations to these incredible individuals! * The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podca...

Send us Fan Mail Join our host, Dr. Joseph A. Osorio , for an inspiring conversation featuring the SRS 2024 Annual Meeting Lifetime Achievement Award winner, Dr. Charles E. Johnston, and the Walter P. Blount Humanitarian Award winner, Dr. Richard M. Hodes . While we celebrate their remarkable achievements, we also acknowledge Nana Prof. Oheneba Boachie-Adjei Woahene II , another Lifetime Achieveme...