Thousands of people have depended on the surgeons at the Endoscopic Spine Institute of New York after pain, failed injections, or traditional surgery left them searching for real relief. Patients go home a few hours after surgery with their pain finally addressed and are able to move forward with their lives. This is just one of many reasons why people choose the doctors at ESINY to treat their spine conditions. In this article, we'll share more about why ESINY is the world's leading destination for endoscopic spine surgery, and how you could potentially benefit from the smallest and safest spine surgery available.
What is the Difference Between Traditional Spine Surgery and Endoscopic Spine Surgery?
Before we get started on why thousands of people are choosing the doctors at ESINY for their spine treatment, it's important to understand the difference between traditional spine surgery and endoscopic spine surgery.
Traditional spine surgery often requires a very large incision, muscle dissection, and, in some cases, removal of bone or tissue to access the spine. Recovery often involves days in the hospital, significant pain, and a long wait before returning to normal activity.
Endoscopic spine surgery takes a completely different path. Through an incision the size of a single grain of rice—less than 1 cm—a tiny camera as small as a pencil eraser and specialized instruments reach the source of the problem. The camera projects a magnified view onto a monitor, allowing your ESINY doctor to work with extreme precision while leaving muscles and surrounding tissue largely untouched. For many, this can potentially mean less pain after surgery, a much quicker return to daily life, and, in most cases, heading home the same day.
It’s the most advanced approach in spine surgery designed to treat the problem without taking more from the body than necessary.
So, Why is ESINY the World's Leading Destination for Endoscopic Spine Surgery?
Our patients travel from all over the world to get help from the ESINY team. In fact, on average, our patients travel from more than 350 miles away. And here's why:
We're the Most Experienced Doctors in the Field of Endoscopic Spine Surgery
When it comes to your spine, experience matters. Our team of neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons has been refining endoscopic spine techniques for decades. They’ve shared their expertise at over 500 conferences, including the North American Spine Society and the Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, and authored more than 300 peer-reviewed publications. Honors like an Honorary Membership with the American Academy of Neurological and Orthopedic Surgeons reflect the trust they’ve earned from peers worldwide—trust you can feel confident in when you step into our care.
ESINY is the Only Endoscopic Spine Institute in America
ESINY stands alone as the only institute in America focused solely on endoscopic spine surgery. This singular focus means every single consultation, every procedure, and every innovation here revolves around giving patients the safest and smallest spine surgery that exists today, with the potentially fastest recovery.
It's the Safest Spine Surgery in the World
Endoscopic spine surgery redefines what safe looks like in spine care. Infection rates are as low as 0.001%, blood loss is ten times less than traditional spine procedures, and the incision is less than 1 cm. Patients often return to work and daily life up to ten days sooner, avoiding the drawn-out recovery associated with open surgery.
95% of Our Patients Go Home the Same Day— and with a Single Band-Aid
Many patients leave only hours after their procedure, often surprised by how little it takes to cover the incision: a single custom ESINY band-aid. There’s often no need for an overnight stay or heavy bandaging. It's typically just a straightforward path back to movement and comfort.
Patients Don't Always Need General Anesthesia
Many patients receive only light sedation and local anesthesia, skipping the risks and grogginess of general anesthesia. For those who do require it, the option is there. But for most, it’s reassuring to know that staying comfortable doesn’t have to mean being fully under.
We're the Spine Surgeon Other Surgeons Trust
When spine specialists face their own spinal issues, they come here. We’ve treated more than 40 spine surgeons, a testament to the confidence other experts place in our team and our highly specialized methods.
Endoscopic Spine Surgery Has the Potential To Help At Every Stage
If you’ve already tried injections, had previous surgery, or are just beginning to look for answers to help you get your quality of life back, minimally invasive spine treatment offers a proven way forward. Over 30,000 patients have found relief here, and these people were once where you are now, searching for a solution that has the potential to truly work.
Why Haven't I Heard About Your Spine Treatment Before?
The truth is, many surgeons simply haven’t had the education or hands-on training required for this highly specialized technique. And even with proper training, building skill takes many years, with each case a learning experience that refines the approach.
We’ve spent decades mastering this, performing more procedures than any other center in the country.
It’s understandable if spine surgery feels scary. And there are many ways people search for answers before they discover that a less invasive option exists than traditional spine surgery. For some, it’s through research; for others, it’s through colleagues who’ve seen the quality of care here firsthand.
As the only dedicated endoscopic spine institute in America, our team of four internationally trained experts works together every day, combining knowledge and experience to offer a level of care that’s unmatched.
Which Conditions Can Be Treated with Endoscopic Spine Surgery?
For many people, the first sign that something is wrong is pain. This can be pain that keeps you from sleeping, working, or enjoying time with friends and family. Endoscopic spine surgery can address a wide range of spinal issues that cause this disruption and give you a path toward relief and rehabilitation. The conditions we treat include:
- Back Pain, Leg Pain, and Sciatica: When pinched nerves or disc problems send pain shooting down your back or legs.
- Cervical Radiculopathy: Nerve irritation in the neck that can radiate into the shoulder, arm, or hand.
- Herniated Disc: A disc pressing on nearby nerves, often causing severe pain or numbness.
- Neck and Arm Pain: Discomfort from nerve compression or spinal changes in the cervical spine.
- Cervical Spinal Stenosis: Narrowing in the neck that creates pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.
- Degenerative Disc Disease, Spondylosis, and Foraminal Stenosis: Age-related changes that can make movement painful and limit mobility.
- Thoracic Disc Herniation: Rare but significant mid-back disc issues causing pain, weakness, or tingling.
The moment our patients stand up after surgery without that familiar pain is often unforgettable. They’re typically surprised by how quickly they can return to everyday activities and deeply grateful to share that relief with the people they love.
At ESINY, our mission is to transform the spine surgery experience, making it safer, smaller, faster, and more empowering for every single patient.
This post was written and reviewed by Sanjay Konakondla, MD. Sanjay Konakondla is a leading endoscopic spine surgeon and a founding partner of the Endoscopic Spine Institute of New York.
ESINY is the nation’s first and only endoscopic spine institute and is solely focused on the smallest spine surgery possible. With the world-renowned neurosurgeons at ESINY and the specialized surgery they have perfected, you can feel confident that you will have the best chance at getting back to the life you deserve with the least amount of surgery.
Call us now at 518 708 6300 or email us directly at contact@esiny.com to schedule a consultation.