Dr. Robert Merrill Archives - Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists

How Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery is Helping Patients

Posted on July 28, 2026 (July 28, 2026) by mosaadmin

A Q&A with Dr. Robert Merrill, ONS Spine Surgeon, about the impact that minimally invasive approaches in spine surgery have on treatment and recovery. What is minimally invasive surgery (MIS) for the spine, and how is it different from open surgery? MIS for the spine uses advanced techniques and technologies to accomplish the same objectives as traditional open surgery, but is often performed through smaller incisions with much less damage […]

Understanding Scoliosis

Posted on June 25, 2024 (June 18, 2025) by khughes

What is scoliosis? Scoliosis is an abnormal side-to-side curvature of the spine. When looking at a person with scoliosis from the front, his or her spine may be more shaped like a “C” or a “S”. This can lead to the shoulders and/or hips being uneven. If the curve is large enough, it can cause […]

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Physician Spotlight on Dr. Robert Merrill

Posted on January 24, 2024 (January 24, 2024) by khughes

How did you get interested in spine surgery? I became interested in medicine at a younger age when my father was diagnosed with bone cancer and required a lifesaving operation. Seeing my dad receive such amazing care influenced me to pursue a career in medicine. I was drawn toward the field of spine surgery specifically […]