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Dr. Peter William D'amore, M.D. is a spine surgeon in Plantation, FL specializing in spine surgery and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. Dr. Peter William D'amore, M.D. is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Pembroke, Orthopaedic Center of South Florida, Memorial Hospital Mirmar, HCA University Hospital (FL), Memorial Hospital Same Day Surgery Center, ORTHOPAEDIC CENTER OF S FLORIDA, HCA Westside Regional Hospital and Memorial West Hospital.
600 South Pine Island Road Suite 300
Plantation, FL 33324
Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Fusion
The sacrum is the wide, triangular bone at the bottom of the spine. It connects to the pelvis on each side in an L-shaped area called the sacroiliac (or SI) joint. Although it is called a joint, this connection does not really move; instead, it transfers weight from the spine to the legs and helps cushion the spinal column. In some cases, surgery is performed to fuse the joint in place and stabilize it. This surgery is called sacroiliac joint fusion.
Occasionally, the SI joint can become irritated, painful, or arthritic. Problems with the sacroiliac joint can be caused by trauma, infection, or other issues. The main symptom of SI joint damage is pain in the lower back, hips, and thighs. This pain may become worse when rising from a sitting position. When non-surgical treatments such as medications and physical therapy are not effective at relieving pain, surgery may be considered as an option.
During SI joint fusion, a small incision is made on the side of the buttock near the hip. The surgeon removes the cartilage, a firm, smooth substance between the bones. Then the joint is fused by the placement of rods, screws, or plates that hold the sacrum and the pelvis together. This reinforces the joint, stabilizing the pelvis and helping to support the upper body. Patients may be able to stand and walk the very next day after surgery but will need crutches to get around for the first few weeks. Full recovery and return to normal activities takes up to a year as the tissue around the joint grows and heals.
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.
He has a state license in Florida.
Licensed In: Florida
Dr. Peter William D'amore, M.D. is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Peter William D'amore, M.D. appears to accept the following insurance providers: CorVel, Workers' Compensation, United Healthcare, Oscar Health EPO, Humana Tricare, Humana, Heritage Summit, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Medicare and Auto.
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Peter William D'amore, M.D.. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Stryker Corporation |
$2,456
ADAPT $563 |
T2 $315 |
Variax $193 |
Star $167 |
Axsos $160 |
Other $1,058 |
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BIOVENTUS LLC |
$342
Exogen $293 |
GELSYN 3 $49 |
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Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. |
$291
Mobi-C $167 |
Alps Small Frag $123 |
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Medtronic, Inc. |
$234
O-ARM $125 |
INFINITY OCT System $34 |
AQUAMANTYS $23 |
T2 STRATOSPHERE $18 |
Catalyft $14 |
Other $21 |
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc. |
$201
ACTIS $122 |
LCP $78 |
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Other |
$938
Implate $143 |
iFuse Implant $119 |
AUGMENT $115 |
Aptus $99 |
AQUAMANTYS $88 |
Other $373 |
Food and Beverage | $3,553 |
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Travel and Lodging | $482 |
Education | $426 |
Dr. Peter D'amore is a spine surgery and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery specialist in Plantation, FL. Clinical interests for Dr. D'amore include cervical corpectomy, cervical herniated disc, and lower back strain. He is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Pembroke. He accepts Blue California, CorVel, and Humana, in addition to other insurance carriers. DocSpot reports that Dr. D'amore is accepting new patients at his office in. He has received professional recognition including the following: U.S. Lacrosse - First Team All-American, Winter Springs High School; Howard Hughes Medical Institute Travel Scholarship; and The A. Frank Smith Scholarship Recipient - Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, Alpha Eta Chapter.