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Dr. Zachary H. Goldstein, MD is a spine surgeon in Elgin, IL specializing in spine surgery and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Zachary H. Goldstein, MD is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care and OrthoIllinois.
Advocate Health Care
Spinal Fusion
Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure to permanently join together two or more vertebrae, the bones in the spine. Certain spinal disorders can lead to instability and pain, and the idea behind spinal fusion is that fusing vertebrae together can both make them stronger and reduce motion, which can sometimes reduce pain.
There are several different types of spinal fusion surgery available, mostly depending on where a patient's pain is located and whether his or her surgeon will perform the procedure through the back, front, or side. In general, a fusion is performed by packing the vertebrae to be fused with grafted bone. This bone may be taken from the patient's hip, may be donated from a cadaver, or it may be a manufactured synthetic material. The bone is placed along the vertebrae, and sometimes, the disc that lies in between the vertebrae is removed and replaced with grafted bone. The bone material will grow and cement the two vertebrae together. After the bone graft is placed, the vertebrae are sometimes held in place with rods, screws, plates, or cages, depending on the weakness of the spine and needs of the graft.
Spinal fusion is a significant surgery and can take three to four hours or more. Recovery is typically two to four days in the hospital. After surgery, it is important to remember that the fusion takes time to grow from the bone graft. So, the actual fusion is not complete for several months. Patients will probably feel somewhat better right away, but it may take a while to feel the full effects of the fusion as the bone grows into place. In the meantime, doctors might have patients wear a brace to protect their spine and keep it properly aligned.
Spinal fusion is not used for all kinds of back pain. Changing the way the spine moves can lead to strain on the other joints in the back, and fusion is only performed when the benefits outweigh the risks. Some spine disorders that are treated with fusion include:
Regardless of the diagnosis, there is always a possibility of 'failure' with spinal fusion, or of the surgery not fully solving the pain. This is more likely when fusion is used primarily to treat pain instead of structural problems. Patients can improve their chances of a successful outcome by stopping smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, moving their body every day, and following their doctor's instructions for any physical therapy that they are prescribed.
Dr. Zachary H. Goldstein, MD graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine. He completed residency at Indiana University Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified) and has a state license in Illinois.
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Residency: Indiana University Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified)
Licensed In: Illinois
Dr. Zachary H. Goldstein, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Zachary H. Goldstein, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Choice Fund PPO, United Healthcare Select Plus POS, United Healthcare Select HMO, United Healthcare Select EPO, United Healthcare Options PPO, United Healthcare Indemnity, Aetna POS, TRICARE Prime, Aetna QPOS, Aetna Open Choice PPO, Aetna Open Access HMO, Aetna Medicare HMO, Golden Rule, TRICARE, Coventry, Aetna Open Access Aetna Select, Aetna Select, Aetna EPO, Aetna HMO, Blue Advantage PPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, United Healthcare Select Plus HMO, United Healthcare Choice Plus PPO, AARP, Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Choice PPO, United Healthcare Choice Plus HMO, Blue Cross PPO, Blue Advantage HMO, Blue Cross Medicare Advantage PPO, Coventry PPO, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, United Healthcare Navigate HMO, First Health, HealthLink PPO, HFN EPO, HFN PPO, HFN Platinum EPO, HFN, PHCS PPO, MultiPlan PPO, SEIU - Local 4 PPO, Union Medical (Local 1546) HMO, Aetna Medicare Prime HMO-POS, Union Medical Care PPO, Aetna Elect Choice HMO (includes Aetna Health Funds), AAH UMR Select - Team Member Plan, Aetna Medicare POS, Aetna State of Illinois Open Access Plus, Aetna Open Choice POS, Health Services and Technology, HST Care Connect PPO, Aetna Open Choice PPO - State of Illinois - SOI, United Surest (previously Bind), Aetna Managed Choice (MC) POS, Union Health Services, Inc., Aetna Open Choice POS II, Aetna State of Illinois PPO, Aetna Health Network Option, Health Services and Technology, HST Care Connect EPO, AAH UMR Preferred - Team Member Plan, Aetna Signature Administrators PPO (ASA or SRC) PPO, Aetna Upfront Advantage, Aetna Signature Administrators PPO, SEIU - Local 4 HMO, Aetna Open Access Elect Choice (includes Aetna Health Funds), Aetna NAP - PPO, Aetna Value Performance Network, Aetna Premier Care Plus Network, Blue Cross Community MMAI, BlueCare Direct HMO, Aetna Health Network Only, Aetna Premier Care Network, Blue Cross Medicare Supplement PPO and SIHO PPO.
According to our sources, Dr. Zachary H. Goldstein, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Zachary H. Goldstein, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 344 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Zachary H. Goldstein, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Elgin, IL.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Zachary H. Goldstein, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,200
$1,200 |
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$433
EVEREST Spinal System $294 |
MONTEREY AL $73 |
Tritanium $55 |
Variax $10 |
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$132
Mobi-C $132 |
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$130
iFuse Implant $13 |
$117 |
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$124
Teligen $124 |
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$182
Senza $35 |
Anatomic Radial Head System $14 |
KYPHON EXPRESS II KYPHOPAK TRAY $12 |
$122 |
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Dr. Zachary Goldstein is a specialist in spine surgery and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. Clinical interests for Dr. Goldstein include spinal deformity, minimally invasive spine surgery, and spinal fusion. Dr. Goldstein is professionally affiliated with Advocate Sherman Hospital and Northwestern Medicine. Dr. Goldstein seems to honor several insurance carriers, including Aetna EPO, Blue California, and Coventry. He attended Indiana University School of Medicine and subsequently trained at a hospital affiliated with Indiana University for residency.
