HomeWho works hereWhat to expectNewsContactsFAQ Getting Started Home > FAQ Frequently Asked Questions About The Advanced Spine Surgery Center About Surgical Procedures About What You Can Expect Questions About The Advanced Spine and Outpatient Surgery Center Why should I have my surgery performed at The Advanced Spine Surgery Center? There are many reasons to have your minimally invasive spine surgery performed at The Advanced Spine Surgery Center: We are a world-class facility with a team of renowned and award-winning doctors who have unparalleled experience and precision in today's revolutionary endoscopic spine and neck surgery options (link to Treatment Options and What to Expect). The New Jersey spinal surgeons of Advanced Spine Surgery Center perform TRUE minimally invasive spine surgeries. We treat every patient with respect and dignity. We understand how pain impacts daily living and it is our mission to provide long-lasting pain relief with minimal disruption to your life. There is a national trend toward freestanding surgical facilities for outpatient surgery and we're proud to be part of it. We are smaller than a hospital, which means each patient receives highly personalized attention with no delays in scheduling. Our facility is warm, comfortable and immaculately maintained. Why might you be able to help me when others say that they cannot? How do I get to The Advanced Spine Surgery Center? Can you help everyone? Will my insurance pay for your services? Questions About Surgical Procedures: What is endoscopic laser spine surgery? This technique involves using an endoscope, which is a thin tube with a micro video camera on the end of it that is inserted through a small incision near the area that is affected. The incision is less than an inch in size. The camera allows for images of the spine to be projected onto a video screen, where the surgeon can easily view the affected area. A laser, which is a focused light beam, is then used to perform the surgery to repair or remove the affected tissue. This avoids using a scalpel, and minimizes discomfort and recovery following the surgery. How is endoscopic laser spine surgery better than traditional methods? What types of conditions can endoscopic surgery help with? What does TRUE minimally invasive laser spine surgery mean? Why doesn't everyone do the surgery this way? So what is so wrong with open spine surgery? Questions About What You Can Expect: Are there any instructions I need to follow if I am having a procedure? Yes. Our staff will review your pre-procedure instructions at the time you schedule your appointment. Some general guidelines for all patients scheduled for a procedure are you should discontinue any medications containing aspirin and/or any anti-inflammatory medications for 5 to 7 days prior to your appointment and you must bring someone with you to drive you home. If you are taking any blood thinners such as Coumadin, Plavix, Ticlid or Lovenox, please contact our office for additional instructions. We will also ask that you not eat or drink for several hours prior to your procedure, but this time frame will vary and you should contact our office for your specific instructions. What should I expect on the day of surgery? What should I expect after surgery? What should my family expect after my surgery? What type of care will be needed at home following surgery? When is a post-operative follow-up appointment scheduled? How is pain relief addressed after a patient is home? When can I return to normal activities? About the Surgery Center Home Who works here FAQ What to expect News Contacts Getting Started Contacts E-mail: contact@advancedspine.com Phone: 908-557-9420 Fax: 908-557-9438 347 Mount Pleasant Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052. Privacy Policy