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Dr. Benjamin Bernard Whiting, MD is a neurosurgeon in Pittsburgh, PA specializing in neurosurgery, general practice and spine surgery. He graduated from Temple University School of Medicine. Dr. Benjamin Bernard Whiting, MD is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network, Heritage Valley Sewickley, , KEYSTONE REHABILITATION SYSTEMS INC, ALLEGHENY CLINIC and AHN Neurosurgery.
Allegheny Health Network
Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.
There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal cord injury medicine is a branch of medicine that treats damage to the spinal cord from an injury or a nontraumatic myelopathy, which is any disorder that affects the spinal area. The spinal cord is a section of nerve tissue protected by the vertebrae (spinal bones). Trauma to the spinal cord, typically caused by compression or bent vertebrae, prevents the body and brain from communicating. This can result in pain, loss of sensation, and impaired physical function and movement. Acute spinal cord injuries (SCIs) are a leading cause of permanent disability. Spinal cord injuries may develop from accidents or myelopathies, disorders that provoke spinal compression. Traumatic incidents such as falls, sports injuries, vehicle accidents, and bullet or stab wounds can cause an acute spinal cord injury.
Spinal cord injury medicine seeks to stabilize the spine and to alleviate the symptoms of spine damage. Practitioners of spinal cord injury medicine are called spinal cord injury specialists. Spinal cord injury medicine is an interdisciplinary field, meaning physicians of various specialties may be trained to treat spinal cord injuries.
Damage to the spinal cord may initially be diagnosed through X-ray, MRI, or CT scans. Patients can also undergo spinal exams to evaluate their sensory ability and strength. Injuries to the spinal cord can be complete (no feeling or sensation) or incomplete (some feeling or sensation remains). Conditions spinal cord injury medicine specialists may treat include:
Treatment for spinal cord injuries often involves surgery, either directly after an injury occurs or at a later date. Surgery for spine injuries is intended to ease spinal compression and stabilize the spine. Surgical procedures can involve shifting vertebrae, removing bone, or altering spinal placement with implantable devices. Patients with significant spinal trauma may require urgent surgical intervention.
Surgical treatments can be complemented by rehabilitative physical therapy to improve mobility. Spinal cord injury specialists also treat complications arising from a spinal injury, such as respiratory or bladder conditions. Some patients with spinal cord injuries may require lifelong treatment. Spinal cord injury specialists aim to help these patients successfully adjust and lead an improved quality of life. An emerging treatment for spinal cord injuries is neural prosthetics, which replicate patients' lost nerve function. Neural prostheses may be used as artificial body parts or assistive devices that patients may cognitively control. Other assistive devices include wheelchairs and scooters.
Spinal cord injury specialists may collaborate with physical therapists, radiologists, neurologists, urologists, and orthopedists.
Dr. Benjamin Bernard Whiting, MD graduated from Temple University School of Medicine. He completed residency at Cleveland Clinic. He has a state license in Pennsylvania.
Medical School: Temple University School of Medicine
Residency: Cleveland Clinic
Licensed In: Pennsylvania
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Benjamin Bernard Whiting, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$226
CATALYFT PL EXPANDABLE INTERBODY SYSTEM $147 |
CD HORIZON SPINAL SYSTEM $63 |
SYNCHROMEDII $16 |
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$125
Excelsius Deformity $125 |
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Dr. Benjamin Whiting specializes in general practice and neurosurgery and practices in Pittsburgh, PA, Wexford, PA, and Grove City, PA. Areas of expertise for Dr. Whiting include leg pain, bulging disc, and herniated disc. His education and training includes medical school at Temple University School of Medicine and residency at Cleveland Clinic. He is professionally affiliated with Allegheny Health Network. Dr. Whiting is not accepting new patients at this time according to Yext.
