At ESINY, patients from Tribeca receive the highest level of care from an award-winning spine surgeon in New York, supported by a renowned team leading breakthroughs in spinal treatment. We specialize in advanced surgical techniques that prioritize safety, precision, and long-term results. With our minimally invasive approach, patients can look forward to a smoother recovery and faster relief, making ESINY the trusted choice for spine health among Tribeca residents who value expertise and innovation.
You Deserve the Smallest, Least Invasive Spine Surgery
Endoscopic spine treatment is reshaping the way medical professionals think about spinal surgery. At the Endoscopic Spine Institute of New York, our mission is to set a new benchmark for patient safety and comfort through smaller incisions, faster recoveries, and highly targeted procedures. As the only dedicated Endoscopic Spine Institute in the United States, we are led by some of the world’s most experienced neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons, all working together to help patients regain movement and live pain-free once again.
Our cutting-edge technique uses a minuscule incision, less than one centimeter in size, combined with an ultra-thin camera no larger than a pencil eraser. This allows our surgical team to operate with outstanding precision, treating affected areas directly while leaving surrounding tissues intact. The outcome is a smoother, more comfortable recovery that helps patients return to normal life quickly and confidently.
Your Precise, Powerful Solution From The Spine Experts
Your spine deserves the best possible care, and our world-renowned team ensures exactly that. Combining decades of experience with innovation, our surgeons specialize in minimally invasive endoscopic spine procedures that redefine precision and safety. They have lectured at more than 500 international conferences, including leading organizations like the North American Spine Society, and have authored more than 300 scholarly publications. Recognized with prestigious honors, including Honorary Membership in the American Academy of Neurological and Orthopedic Surgeons, our experts bring science and compassion together to restore mobility and relieve pain.
The Safest Spine Surgery in the World
Endoscopic spine surgery represents the next generation of spinal care. It’s incredibly safe, with infection rates as low as 0.001%, and requires far less blood loss than other surgical options. The incision is smaller than a fingertip, and most patients resume work and light activity up to ten days sooner. With this technique, there’s less trauma, quicker healing, and a smoother recovery experience—all while avoiding the risks tied to open procedures.
95% Walk Out the Same Day—with Less Pain and Only a Band-Aid
Patients who undergo endoscopic spine surgery experience one of the fastest recoveries possible. About 95% return home on the same day of the procedure and resume light activities soon after. Instead of cumbersome bandages, all that’s needed is a small custom ESINY band-aid. The process is clean, efficient, and eliminates the need for an overnight hospital stay.
Say Goodbye To General Anesthesia
Most endoscopic spine procedures can be done comfortably using local anesthesia and light sedation. This allows patients to remain alert yet relaxed throughout the surgery, minimizing risks while helping the body bounce back more quickly than with traditional methods that require general anesthesia.
Join the 30,000+ Patients Who Have Found Relief
With more than 30,000 patients treated, this form of spine care has become a preferred option for those seeking true relief. Whether past injections have failed, previous surgeries didn’t last, or you are searching for a minimally invasive solution, this treatment can provide the results you have been looking for.
The Go-To For Other Spine Doctors
Our reputation for excellence extends beyond our patients to our peers. Over 40 spine surgeons have trusted ESINY for their own treatment needs, proving that even medical professionals recognize our expertise and precision in advanced endoscopic spine surgery.
What We Treat
Meet Your Team
At ESINY, patients benefit from the expertise of a world-class medical team leading the field in endoscopic spine treatment. The focus is always on identifying and treating the source of each patient’s symptoms with exceptional precision. This innovative approach helps achieve longer-term relief, minimizes risks, and allows for a faster recovery compared to older surgical techniques or temporary pain management solutions like injections.
What To Expect
Patients in Tribeca who come to ESINY are welcomed into a thorough consultation where every concern and symptom is carefully discussed. The team takes time to review prior treatments and experiences, ensuring a personalized plan is developed. When a candidate is identified, the expected outcomes, benefits, and process are fully reviewed for clarity and comfort.
This advanced form of endoscopic spine treatment stands as the least invasive surgical approach available today. For patients in Tribeca, this often translates to shorter recovery periods, less postoperative discomfort, and minimal side effects compared to conventional spine procedures. Most find they can return home within hours of treatment.
Follow-up care remains a key part of the ESINY experience. After the procedure, the doctor personally checks in throughout the following week to assess progress, answer questions, and ensure the patient continues to recover well.
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
Endoscopic Spine Surgery
Frequently Asked Questions
Endoscopic spine surgery represents the most refined approach to minimally invasive spinal care. The procedure utilizes a slim camera and specialized instruments that enter through an incision about the size of a pencil tip. This allows the surgeon to visualize and repair spinal issues without the trauma of traditional open surgery. ESINY stands out as the first and only institute in the U.S. solely dedicated to this advanced endoscopic method.
This treatment provides a safer, less invasive pathway to lasting relief. Patients experience smaller incisions, minimal scarring, less blood loss, and typically a much faster recovery than with open procedures. Because it targets the precise area causing pain, it reduces collateral tissue damage and inflammation. Many patients are able to go home within hours and resume normal movement within days.
Traditional spine surgery often involves wide openings, muscle dissection, and hardware placement such as screws and rods. Recovery can be lengthy and painful. In contrast, endoscopic spine surgery achieves similar or better outcomes through a small access point, preserving muscles and ligaments. The result is less discomfort, minimal scarring, and a substantially faster return to normal activity.
If you’ve turned to injections to manage your spinal pain, you know the comfort of choosing a less invasive solution that still provides relief. Our endoscopic procedures take that same principle further, offering patients in Tribeca a way to address the root cause of their pain with precision and minimal recovery time. Instead of masking discomfort, endoscopic spine surgery directly targets the issue for results that last.
Many Tribeca residents come to us after injections no longer deliver results, seeking a more effective, lasting option. Endoscopic spine surgery provides that solution. It blends precision and technology with a patient-centered approach that helps restore mobility, reduce pain, and let you return to your daily routine with confidence.
Absolutely. When performed by experienced surgeons, endoscopic spine surgery is one of the safest and most reliable options available today. The risks of bleeding, infection, and complications are often lower than those seen with open operations, and patients generally recover faster and more comfortably.
That depends on your comfort level. Many patients opt for light sedation with local anesthesia, which can allow for faster recovery and fewer side effects. Others prefer full anesthesia so they can rest through the procedure. Both options are available depending on your needs and preferences.
Recovery is remarkably fast. Many patients are able to stand and walk within hours of the procedure and often return to light daily activities right away. Arm or leg pain caused by nerve compression may begin improving almost immediately. Complete healing typically takes weeks less than traditional spine surgery.
This approach can be highly effective for conditions such as spinal stenosis, herniated or bulging discs, chronic back pain, sciatica, and bone spurs. Endoscopic surgery allows surgeons to treat these problems through a small incision with great accuracy and minimal trauma to surrounding tissues. Learn more about What We Treat.
Most patients report minimal discomfort after surgery. The reduced tissue damage and small incision help ensure that pain is mild and manageable. Most people do not require strong medication, and recovery feels much more natural compared to open procedures. Our goal is always to make your recovery as comfortable and efficient as possible.
The incision is very small; typically less than 1 centimeter. Once healed, it can be nearly invisible. We use surgical adhesive and a specialized dressing to seal and protect the site, minimizing scarring and helping you heal quickly. The results are cleaner and subtler than those from traditional methods.
Endoscopic spine surgery has expanded rapidly around the globe, but only a select number of surgeons in the U.S. are trained in these advanced methods. It takes specialized instruments, extensive training, and precision to perform it correctly. ESINY leads the field as the nation’s first dedicated endoscopic spine institute, transforming how spinal disorders are treated.
You could still be eligible for treatment, even if you’ve been told that surgery isn’t an option or that only traditional surgery would work. Many Tribeca residents who have tried injections, physical therapy, or previous spine procedures without improvement discover that endoscopic surgery offers a new path forward. Our ESINY specialists review every patient’s unique situation to create a plan tailored to their needs.
Using state-of-the-art endoscopic techniques, we carefully target the root cause of back, neck, arm, or leg pain while keeping surrounding tissue intact. This meticulous approach often allows for quicker recovery and stronger results, helping patients in Tribeca regain comfort and mobility in their daily routines.
In most cases, patients experience results that are just as effective, or even superior, to those seen with traditional open spine surgery, while also enjoying a noticeably shorter healing period. This method allows surgeons to work with remarkable precision, addressing the affected area with less trauma to surrounding tissues. No matter if the concern is in the lumbar region or extends to the spinal cord, this specialized treatment aims to protect your spinal integrity and promote lasting wellness.