Forum: iSpine
08-07-2013, 08:02 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 3,564
referral
Dr. Willem Zeegers
Artificial Disc Replacement Consultant Worldwide
Email: wzeegers@zeta.demon.nl
Skypename: willemzeegers
Facebook: Willem Zeegers
www.zeegersadr.com*
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
11-28-2011, 07:46 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 3,688
Mobi-C
I highly recommend the Mobi-C.
I have two!
I am a few months short of being 5 years post-op and have no surgery or device related problems. If I didn't know that they were in my cervical spine, I...
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Forum: iSpine
07-12-2011, 07:13 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 25,327
Facet Ablation
Absolutely yes, but not radiofrequency....CT-Guided Laser worked for me.
-Jeff
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Forum: iSpine
06-25-2011, 05:49 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 5,406
Quick and easy?
Well said, Mark. Just because U.S. hospitals are generally failing at microbial sanitation and doctors now must behave according to their bosses (insurance companies) doesn't mean the "quick and...
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Forum: iSpine
03-08-2011, 07:25 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 5,380
Radiofrequency is not the same as laser
cherylstewart67,
In the interest of clarity, radiofrequency thermal coagulation is not the same as CT guided laser coagulation.
The latter is far longer lasting, more precise in it's...
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Forum: iSpine
02-02-2011, 05:14 AM
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Replies: 46
Views: 13,139
Dr. Reul
Mark,
Great report. I truly hope you receive long lasting relief.
Dr. Reul is one gifted doc, isn't he? Sincere and caring, as well.
Blessings,
Jeff
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Forum: iSpine
01-24-2011, 07:29 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,464
party
Man, I so wish I could be there for the party. Lack of $$$$!
Dr. Baumbach is a trusted friend and I could not begin to convey how much I value him and how much help he has given to me and to my...
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Forum: iSpine
01-23-2011, 08:14 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,464
Dr. Zeegers
Enjoyed talking to you about this, Mark.
Dr. Zeegers has helped me and also Pauline tremendously.
Talk to you soon....
Jeff
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Forum: iSpine
01-11-2011, 07:10 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 10,365
Trials
U.S. Trials aren't just trials for the prosthetic device, but also trials for the surgeon. Something to keep in mind.
Experience can be an important factor.
-Jeff
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Forum: iSpine
01-07-2011, 07:20 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 10,365
Cervical ADR
Cervical ADR in Germany (Dr. Zeegers in particular):
1. Less expensive than in the U.S.(even with flight and lodging considered).
2. Far, far better medical care.
3. The absolute best surgeon;...
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Forum: iSpine
12-22-2010, 02:49 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,486
Awesome!
Hey Mark, sounds like an awesome trip. You are going to have some incredible stories to tell, for sure! Please give me call when you return home.
Jeff
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Forum: iSpine
12-22-2010, 02:47 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 5,248
Kameha
While we are on the subject of the tremendously unique Kameha Grand Hotel next to the Beta Klinik.... I have never, and I mean never, stayed at a hotel with as genuinely kind employees as this place....
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Forum: iSpine
12-10-2010, 07:19 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 5,248
Beta Klinik
Wait 'till you see the moon over the bed!
Hey Mark, if you walk across the railroad tracks to Rammersdorf, there's a really good Bakery with great sandwiches and all the good German bakery stuff....
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Forum: iSpine
12-08-2010, 07:51 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 5,248
Beta Kilink
Mark,
If you're staying at the Kameha (get ready for the acid-trip hallways) next door to the Beta Klinik, you may want to try a meal next door at the Rohmuhle. Very good!
Have an awesome trip,...
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Forum: iSpine
12-03-2010, 07:44 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 3,035
Beta Klinik
Mark,
Wishing you traveling mercies......
I was at the Beta Klinik last month for diagnostics (and an unexpected, though extremely helpful procedure) and was very impressed with Professor Dr....
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Forum: iSpine
11-29-2010, 07:35 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 15,242
Alpha Klinik
The former Alpha-Klinik and the current Atos Klinik have little in common other than the address.
In my opinion, the Beta Klinik in Bonn is the "next step forward" in world-class spine treatment...
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Forum: iSpine
10-28-2010, 07:19 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,674
Acadia
Mark,
I have no idea whether it's right for me at all.... just looks very interesting for some folks that need certain types of ADR revision procedures.
I'm really not auto-fused......I have some...
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Forum: iSpine
10-27-2010, 05:12 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,674
Acadia
So.... what does anyone here know about the Acadia Facet replacement device?
Regards,
Jeff
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Forum: iSpine
08-17-2010, 03:11 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 6,878
Myth Buster?
More like an axe to grind than beneficial dialogue.
-Jeff
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Forum: iSpine
05-02-2010, 08:44 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 3,370
Pain Doc
I know a good one (been seeing him for 10 years) who accepts BC. He's in Tustin, however.
-Jeff
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Forum: iSpine
04-09-2010, 05:06 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 5,962
US Medical Care
Not in every area, but most. It's a real eye opener when, like you, a person begins research into medical information from a world-wide point of view; just wanting to become educated as a patient....
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Forum: iSpine
04-08-2010, 05:14 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 5,962
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Forum: iSpine
02-25-2010, 07:21 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 3,382
Coverage
Good to know....I may be heading back soon for more diagnostic work; I'm sliding downhill these days.
-Jeff
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Forum: iSpine
01-23-2010, 05:06 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 6,520
bone density
Regarding Dexa scans, it is very important that subsequent scans be made using the same equipment, and the same operator, if possible, as your first scan.
FYI.... I have been on Fosamax for...
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Forum: iSpine
12-05-2009, 05:04 PM
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Replies: 57
Views: 13,645
legs?
Mark,
I'm so sorry to hear of your worsening problems. I am praying for you, Mark.
Just wondering.... do you have any significant leg symptoms?
-Jeff
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