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Nova Scotia

In the OR with Canada’s first spinal robot: QEII Foundation says N.S. creating standard of care

A matter of millimetres can change a patient’s outcome when it comes to spinal surgery.  And thanks to a spinal…

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Nova Scotia

$1M donation leads to advancements in spinal robotics in Atlantic Canada

Irving Shipbuilding Inc. has donated $1 million for the advancement of spinal robotics technology in Atlantic Canada, an investment one neurosurgeon says…

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Health

‘A remarkable era’: Groundbreaking innovations in treating spinal cord injury offer new hope for patients

Gert-Jan Oskam could no longer walk after a cycling accident 12 years ago in China. He suffered an incomplete spinal…

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Canada

Canadian kids’ spinal surgery waits ‘far exceed’ recommendations: report

Children across the country are waiting too long to see a specialist and get treatment, says a new report that…

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Nova Scotia

Disagreement over diagnosis means Nova Scotian may need $80K for spinal surgery

Halifax resident Andrew Jantzen is trying to receive spinal surgery that could be life-changing. However, they may need to pay…

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