The Spine Foundation Receives Significant Donation From Laser Spine Institute

Leader In Endoscopic Spine Surgery Makes Major Gift to Foundation Increasing Access To Advanced Spinal Care

2011-06-25

TAMPA, FL, June 25, 2011 (Press-News.org) Phil Garcia, president of The Spine Foundation (http://www.thespinefoundation.org), an independent organization with the mission to increase access to the world's most scientifically advanced spinal care, has announced that the foundation has received a major institutional gift from Laser Spine Institute, the leader in endoscopic spine surgery.

The Spine Foundation is focused on providing patients with financial support and services essential to treat spinal conditions and disorders at a location of the patient's choice. The organization funds surgical and non-surgical spinal treatments for financially disadvantaged individuals with a focus on improving the lives of men and women who have sustained spinal injuries as a result of serving in the United States military.

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"Through this generous donation from Laser Spine Institute, The Spine Foundation will be able to fund more than $300,000 in additional surgical and non-surgical spinal procedures in 2011," said Garcia.

"We are proud and excited to be The Spine Foundation's largest donor to date," said Bill Horne, CEO of Laser Spine Institute. "Through The Spine Foundation, Laser Spine Institute can help those suffering from back and neck pain who may not otherwise be able to afford quality treatment."

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- The Spine Foundation will fund treatment at any world-class spine care provider of the patient's choice within the continental United States.

- Excellence at The Spine Foundation is measured by its ability to transform lives through increasing access to world-class spine care as treatment for a spinal condition or disorder, which not only gives patients their lives back but also strengthens their ability to once again function properly to contribute constructively to society.

ABOUT THE SPINE FOUNDATION
The Spine Foundation's record of success and vision of the future make a strong statement about the transforming power of healthcare. World class healthcare has the power to change individual lives and is the key to solving large issues. Every year 65 million Americans experience back or neck pain. For those suffering from chronic back and neck pain, daily life can be a painful struggle. Treatment for a spinal condition or disorder not only gives patients their lives back but also strengthens their ability to once again function properly to contribute constructively to society. Innovative donor-supported programs allow the impact of private support to ripple out into the surrounding community, state and region. For more information, visit http://www.thespinefoundation.org.

ABOUT LASER SPINE INSTITUTE:
Laser Spine Institute offers a safe and effective alternative to open back and neck surgery, by using the latest techniques in minimally invasive procedures, alleviating the painful symptoms of sufferers from around the world. The leader in endoscopic spine surgery, Laser Spine Institute treats a variety of spinal conditions, including spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, pinched nerves, bone spurs, bulging/herniated discs and sciatica. Laser Spine Institute's renowned medical team provides treatment at three accredited surgical centers in Tampa, Fla.; Scottsdale, Ariz. and Philadelphia and medical consultations at facilities in Cincinnati, San Diego, Beverly Hills, Calif., The Villages, Fla., and Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Laser Spine Institute recently opened a new surgery center in Oklahoma City. For more information, visit http://www.laserspineinstitute.com.

Kate Catlin
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