MISSION STATEMENT

The Orthopaedic Spinal Research Laboratory at St. Joseph Medical Center provides a basic scientific environment in which researchers and clinicians alike share the opportunity to pursue their orthopaedic research interests. Using systematic and scientific methodology, the primary focus of the laboratory is to investigate the biomechanical and biological effects of spinal instrumentation, and to determine the optimal materials and techniques to achieve stabilization and motion preservation in the spine while providing the utmost quality of life.

"It is truly our collaborative effort with both research and clinical fellows from around the world that provides innovative and advanced technology for the surgical care and treatment of spinal patients." -- Bryan W. Cunningham, MSc