Eric Elowitz’s team where he works with patients before and after cervical and lumbar spine surgery. Mr. Butler has been a nurse practitioner since 1997 and has worked in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings. Since 2008 he has specialized in caring for patients with spine problems including degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, and spinal stenosis. His knowledge and experience ensures patients are well cared for and well-informed as they proceed through their consultation, scheduling of surgery, and recovery. Seeing the relief patients experience after surgery makes working with spine patients the most rewarding role of his career. Surgical Services