At ESINY, we specialize in using advanced endoscopic techniques for spine surgery, which ensures highly accurate results with minimal surgical intervention. Our methods are designed to reduce recovery time, allowing you to heal faster and experience fewer complications. We are committed to helping you regain your strength, improve your physical well-being, and return to an active, healthy life.
Finally, The Relief You've Been Waiting For.
Endoscopic spine treatment is changing the approach to spinal care, offering patients a cutting-edge method for managing spinal pain effectively. At the Endoscopic Spine Institute of New York, we are proud to lead this transformation by ensuring that spine surgery is safer, more minimally invasive, and faster, giving patients the opportunity to recover quickly while empowering them to return to a fulfilling life. Our team is made up of internationally recognized neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons, all experts in the field of endoscopic spine surgery. We are the only institute in the United States focused entirely on this innovative technique, and we are committed to providing you with the best care possible. Our mission is to help you regain your active lifestyle without pain or limitations.
Using an incision smaller than one centimetre and a camera no larger than a pencil eraser, our specialists are able to deliver endoscopic procedures with incredible precision. This approach minimizes damage to surrounding muscles and tissues, resulting in a faster recovery time and reduced postoperative pain, allowing you to return to your regular activities with ease.
Your Precise, Powerful Solution From The Spine Experts
Your spine treatment deserves to be guided by the most qualified experts, with extensive experience in their field. At the Endoscopic Spine Institute of New York, our team of internationally recognized neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons brings decades of hands-on experience in the advanced field of endoscopic spine surgery. They have shared their expertise with the medical community at over 500 prominent conferences, including those hosted by the North American Spine Society and the Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery. The team’s research contributions include over 300 peer-reviewed publications in top-tier medical journals, solidifying their status as leaders in the field. They have been honored with prestigious titles, such as being named Honorary Members of the American Academy of Neurological and Orthopedic Surgeons. With their academic excellence and clinical expertise, you can trust that your treatment will be in the hands of the best professionals available.
Fewer Risks, Faster Recovery
With endoscopic spine surgery, you’ll experience fewer risks than with traditional open surgery, with reduced blood loss, an incision smaller than 1 cm, fewer complications, and a faster recovery, often cutting weeks off the healing period.
Go Home the Same Day with Only a Band-Aid
95% of patients are able to walk out of the clinic the same day and get back to light activities quickly, requiring just a custom ESINY band-aid rather than large bandages. There is no need for an overnight stay, and recovery time is much faster.
Skip General Anesthesia
Unlike many traditional spinal surgeries, we perform our procedures with light sedation and local anesthesia, keeping you calm and relaxed while you stay alert and aware. General anesthesia is rarely required in our treatments, as most patients find that light sedation provides enough comfort, leading to a smoother experience overall.
A Solution For Every Stage
Our endoscopic spine treatment is designed to meet you at your specific point on the path to healing. Whether you’ve already tried injections, undergone previous spine surgeries, or are just starting to investigate other options, this innovative approach has already helped over 30,000 people, offering an effective and reliable route to recovery.
The Go-To For Other Spine Doctors
When other physicians face spinal problems, they trust us for their care. With over 40 spine surgeons seeking our expertise for their own treatment, we have earned the reputation as the spine surgeon’s trusted provider of choice.
What We Treat
Meet Your Team
At ESINY, we are proud to hold the distinction of being the top provider of endoscopic spine care. Our award-winning team consists of some of the most experienced and skilled specialists in the field, all of whom are dedicated to addressing the underlying causes of your discomfort with exceptional accuracy. This state-of-the-art treatment method is designed to provide lasting relief while minimizing the risks of side effects. Additionally, the advanced nature of our approach often results in a recovery period that is much quicker compared to traditional spine surgeries or repeated injections, enabling you to return to a more active lifestyle in a shorter amount of time.
What To Expect
During your consultation, our team will take the time to carefully listen to your concerns, thoroughly evaluate your symptoms, and go over any treatments you have already tried. If we determine you are a candidate for treatment, we will take the time to fully explain the procedure and provide all the details so you know exactly what to expect at every stage.
Endoscopic spine treatment is considered the most minimally invasive surgical technique available, involving only a small incision. This results in a faster recovery process, fewer complications, and a reduction in side effects compared to traditional spine surgeries. In most cases, only local anesthesia is required, and you will be able to go home on the same day of your procedure.
After your procedure, your ESINY physician will personally check in with you during the week to track your recovery, address any questions, and provide guidance to ensure that your healing process is progressing smoothly.
Transformative Spine Care From Doctors You Can Trust.
World Class Expertise...
Dr. Konakondla saved Harry's life...helping him when no one else would. We're forever grateful for your world class skill and expertise and I'll never forget the positive energy you extended to me when I felt my world was falling apart. Blessings to you always.
Harry and JoAnn Burger
Harry and JoAnn Burger
New York is so Fortunate!
Dr. Telfeian was a Godsend to my husband...and many of our friends that we sent to him. My husband had immediate results in his back from Dr. Telfeian. His expertise and bedside manner are second to none. New York you are so fortunate to have him!
Donna Paolino
Donna Paolino
Less Pain and Faster Recovery
Dr. Albert Telfeian is a world-renowned neurosurgeon with extensive experience in endoscopic spine surgery. I’m so impressed with the comprehensive care I received at Dr. Telfeian’s practice. He was very transparent and reassuring when explaining the procedure, and I felt comfortable knowing he is an expert in endoscopic spine surgery. The endoscopic approach resulted in significantly less pain and a much faster recovery than anticipated. Not only is he a skilled surgeon, he’s also a compassionate and caring physician. Dr. Telfeian diagnosed my condition accurately, and took the time to thoroughly explain my treatment options in detail. He made me feel completely at ease and most confident in his care. I am extremely grateful for The Endoscopic Spine Institute of New York and the positive outcome.
Tiffany Stripling
Tiffany Stripling
Truly Grateful!
I’m truly grateful to Dr. Shen for the incredible care he provided during my spine surgery. He performed an endoscopic, super minimally invasive procedure that allowed me to walk right away—without pain—and I was even back at work the very next day! From my very first consultation, Dr. Shen and his team made sure I felt comfortable and well-informed about every step of the process. Their genuine compassion and expert guidance eased my worries and made all the difference in my recovery. I’m now on the road to feeling completely healthy again, and I can’t thank him enough for his skill and dedication. If you’re thinking about spine surgery and want someone who combines expertise with a personal touch, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Shen. His care changed my life for the better, and I’m so thankful for everything he’s done for me.
Eitan Spiegel
Eitan Spiegel
Endoscopic Spine Surgery is the Way
Dr. Shen is a compassionate doctor who cares about every single patient he sees. He remembered everything about my case without a x ray or paperwork in front of him when I had questions. I successfully got two separate back surgeries this past summer. My pain in my upper back, that plagued me for years, is completely gone where I had cervical stenosis. My fusion on my lower spine is well on its way to healing fully. I vetted four different top surgeons in NYC before choosing Dr. Shen and I’m very happy with my choice. Don’t let old school surgeons tell you that endoscopic is not the way. They are just trying to get patients without learning the new technology. Dr. Shen called me every day after my surgery for about two weeks to see how I was doing and it meant a lot to me.
Audrey Cohen
Audrey Cohen
World Class Expertise...
Dr. Konakondla saved Harry's life...helping him when no one else would. We're forever grateful for your world class skill and expertise and I'll never forget the positive energy you extended to me when I felt my world was falling apart. Blessings to you always.
Harry and JoAnn Burger
Harry and JoAnn Burger
New York is so Fortunate!
Dr. Telfeian was a Godsend to my husband...and many of our friends that we sent to him. My husband had immediate results in his back from Dr. Telfeian. His expertise and bedside manner are second to none. New York you are so fortunate to have him!
Donna Paolino
Donna Paolino
Less Pain and Faster Recovery
Dr. Albert Telfeian is a world-renowned neurosurgeon with extensive experience in endoscopic spine surgery. I’m so impressed with the comprehensive care I received at Dr. Telfeian’s practice. He was very transparent and reassuring when explaining the procedure, and I felt comfortable knowing he is an expert in endoscopic spine surgery. The endoscopic approach resulted in significantly less pain and a much faster recovery than anticipated. Not only is he a skilled surgeon, he’s also a compassionate and caring physician. Dr. Telfeian diagnosed my condition accurately, and took the time to thoroughly explain my treatment options in detail. He made me feel completely at ease and most confident in his care. I am extremely grateful for The Endoscopic Spine Institute of New York and the positive outcome.
Tiffany Stripling
Tiffany Stripling
Truly Grateful!
I’m truly grateful to Dr. Shen for the incredible care he provided during my spine surgery. He performed an endoscopic, super minimally invasive procedure that allowed me to walk right away—without pain—and I was even back at work the very next day! From my very first consultation, Dr. Shen and his team made sure I felt comfortable and well-informed about every step of the process. Their genuine compassion and expert guidance eased my worries and made all the difference in my recovery. I’m now on the road to feeling completely healthy again, and I can’t thank him enough for his skill and dedication. If you’re thinking about spine surgery and want someone who combines expertise with a personal touch, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Shen. His care changed my life for the better, and I’m so thankful for everything he’s done for me.
Eitan Spiegel
Eitan Spiegel
Endoscopic Spine Surgery is the Way
Dr. Shen is a compassionate doctor who cares about every single patient he sees. He remembered everything about my case without a x ray or paperwork in front of him when I had questions. I successfully got two separate back surgeries this past summer. My pain in my upper back, that plagued me for years, is completely gone where I had cervical stenosis. My fusion on my lower spine is well on its way to healing fully. I vetted four different top surgeons in NYC before choosing Dr. Shen and I’m very happy with my choice. Don’t let old school surgeons tell you that endoscopic is not the way. They are just trying to get patients without learning the new technology. Dr. Shen called me every day after my surgery for about two weeks to see how I was doing and it meant a lot to me.
Audrey Cohen
Audrey Cohen
Endoscopic Spine Surgery
Frequently Asked Questions
Endoscopic spine surgery is recognized as one of the most minimally invasive approaches for treating spinal conditions. This technique utilizes a small camera, called an endoscope, alongside specialized surgical instruments, to treat spine issues through an incision that is no larger than the size of a pencil. At ESINY, we are proud to be the only institute in the U.S. focused exclusively on endoscopic spine procedures, bringing patients advanced and highly specialized care.
Endoscopic spine treatment offers a precise, minimally invasive solution to spinal pain. By directly addressing the source of your discomfort, it minimizes the risk of complications and often leads to fewer side effects than traditional spine surgery. This technique is much less disruptive to surrounding tissues, which accelerates the recovery process. Many patients experience a much quicker recovery than with conventional procedures or repeated injections, and a large number are able to return home the same day, minimizing downtime and quickly resuming normal activities.
Traditional spine surgery often requires large incisions, muscle dissection, and the removal of bone to access the spine. The use of screws, rods, and other hardware to stabilize the spine can also cause additional trauma to surrounding tissues, leading to longer recovery times and more pain during healing. In contrast, endoscopic spine surgery uses a much smaller incision, minimizing the need for muscle cutting and bone removal. This minimally invasive approach results in faster recovery times, and many patients are able to leave the medical facility the same day as their procedure, experiencing less pain and a quicker return to normal activities.
If you have used injections or other non-surgical treatments to manage your spinal pain, you are familiar with the benefits of minimally invasive solutions. Endoscopic spine surgery goes beyond this by addressing the root cause of your pain directly, instead of simply masking the symptoms temporarily. This approach provides the opportunity for long-term relief and an improvement in functionality.
Endoscopic surgery is often considered by patients after injections stop providing adequate relief. It offers a precise and minimally disruptive solution that combines the gentle nature of injections with the possibility of lasting results. This treatment can help alleviate discomfort, restore mobility, and get you back to your daily routine faster.
Yes, endoscopic spine surgery is widely regarded as a safe option for treating spine conditions, especially when performed by experienced surgeons. Compared to traditional open surgeries, endoscopic spine surgery is associated with lower risks, less blood loss, and fewer complications. The minimally invasive nature of the procedure results in faster recovery times, allowing patients to return to their everyday activities much sooner than with conventional surgery.
In most cases, general anesthesia is not necessary for endoscopic spine surgery. Most patients undergo the procedure with only local anesthesia or light sedation, which ensures their comfort while minimizing risks. This makes the procedure less invasive and more manageable for many patients.
Many patients can walk out of the clinic the same day and begin light activities immediately. If the procedure was performed to address arm or leg pain, many patients feel relief almost immediately after the surgery. Overall, recovery is much quicker than traditional spine surgeries, often reducing recovery time by several weeks.
Endoscopic spine surgery is effective for treating a variety of conditions such as herniated discs, sciatica, spinal stenosis, and bone spurs. The endoscopic method allows for precise targeting of the issue, reducing damage to surrounding tissues and leading to faster recovery. Conditions that were once difficult to treat with traditional open surgery can now be managed with this minimally invasive technique. The result is a quicker recovery and fewer risks, making it a great option for many patients.
After the procedure, pain is generally minimal, especially compared to what is experienced with traditional open spine surgery. Many patients find that mild pain relievers or over-the-counter medications are sufficient to manage any discomfort.
The incision is typically smaller than 1 cm, roughly the size of a pencil eraser. Due to the small incision, healing is quick, and the scar is often hardly noticeable. The incision is closed using medical glue, and a custom ESINY bandage is placed to support healing.
While endoscopic spine surgery is becoming more widely recognized, the number of surgeons capable of performing it at the highest level remains small. Proper training is critical, but hands-on experience and a high case volume are key to mastering the technique. The procedure requires specialized skills and equipment that only a select group of spine surgeons possess. At ESINY, we are the only institute in the U.S. solely dedicated to endoscopic spine surgery, with a team of four internationally trained specialists. This high level of concentration and expertise enables us to provide the most advanced care and makes us the leading high-volume facility in the country.
If you live in Oklahoma and have been told that open surgery is your only option, or that surgery is not feasible for your specific condition, you could still be a candidate for endoscopic spine treatment. Even if you have tried injections or undergone other spinal procedures without experiencing relief, our team at ESINY can evaluate your condition thoroughly. Our highly experienced endoscopic spine surgeons and pain management specialists will work together to develop a personalized treatment plan that suits your individual needs. Through advanced endoscopic techniques, we address the root cause of your pain, minimizing damage to surrounding tissues, which can lead to less discomfort and a faster recovery.
Many patients report outcomes that are on par with or better than traditional surgery, with the advantage of a faster recovery. At ESINY, we emphasize precision, safety, and enhancing your quality of life to ensure the best possible results.