Who We Are

At some point in their lives, one in five people will suffer some form of serious spinal pain. While many patients who are referred to a spine surgeon will not need an operation, for some, surgical intervention is the only course of action that will improve their quality of life and independence, and offer freedom from pain.

The Vancouver Spine Surgery Institute, a highly specialized organization within Vancouver General Hospital, is where those seeking relief from their chronic spine and spinal cord conditions can finally begin their journey of recovery.

Delivering Excellence

The Vancouver Spine Surgery Institute has attracted some of Canada’s pre-eminent orthopaedic and neurosurgical spine surgeons to BC’s only specialized centre for spine and spinal cord injuries. We are one of Canada’s largest referral centres for complex spinal trauma and spinal disorders. Located in the state-of-the-art Blusson Spinal Cord Centre, a building that has been uniquely designed to fit the needs of patients with spinal injury and mobility challenges, the team at the Vancouver Spine Surgery Institute is committed to delivering clinical excellence in the comprehensive treatment and care of patients requiring spinal surgery. This is an environment that encourages and nurtures innovation. The surgeons at the Vancouver Spine Surgery Institute are leading-edge investigators into spinal disorders research advancements, particularly in the areas of trauma and complex oncology. New techniques and technologies are not only being refined; they are being put to practical use in spine surgery and they directly impact patient care.

Single Focus: Our Core Strength

We are orthopaedic and neurosurgical spine surgeons and, as such, we offer our patients a comprehensive and focused approach to the treatment of their spinal condition, from assessment to surgery to rehabilitation and aftercare. We believe that there is a significantly greater opportunity for a positive outcome by having complete and comprehensive access to a wealth of resources for assessment and treatment. Regardless of whether a patient is suffering from chronic spine and spinal cord issues, an injury as a result of major trauma, complex spinal tumours, degenerative conditions or spinal deformity, the brain trust at the Vancouver Spine Surgery Institute brings together the experiences of both orthopaedic and neurosurgical spine surgeons for the benefit of our patients.

The Blusson Spinal Cord Centre’s tremendous resources of people and technologies are utilized as needed, when needed. Home to some of Canada’s most dedicated researchers, clinicians and therapists, we are committed to taking meaningful action at the patient level to improve treatment options and optimize outcomes for patients.

Our collaborative approach allows us to consider all angles and explore new opportunities and pathways to recovery. Creative solutions are the result of us looking at challenges in different ways. There are no wrong answers; all possibilities to help improve patient health and mobility are considered by our team of health care professionals. We are recognized for taking on the cases and the patients that other facilities can’t…or won’t.

If you are a patient seeking treatment for your spinal issue, this is where you want to be.