What does the future of interventional spine and nerve care look like—and how are new innovations changing patient outcomes today? In this episode, Dr. Tim Deer, founder of the Spine and Nerve Center of the Virginias, shares how his team has pioneered groundbreaking treatments that are now used by physicians worldwide. He explains why outpatient procedures are reshaping the demand for anesthesiologists, how fellowship training is evolving, and why collaboration and mentorship are essential for elevating the entire field.
Listen in to learn about some of the most exciting advancements underway, which are setting the gold standard for scientific evidence in pain management. Dr. Deer also gives an inside look at the challenges of insurance reimbursement, the importance of documentation, and why he’s optimistic about the future of the specialty.
What You’ll Learn In Today’s Episode:
- How outpatient care is changing anesthesia demand.
- Why innovation in interventional therapies matters.
- The role of mentorship and community in medicine.
- Challenges of one-year vs. two-year fellowships.
- Exciting new interdiscal and implant therapies.
- How the RESTORE study is raising research standards.
- The impact of peripheral nerve stimulation advancements.
- Strategies for navigating insurance reimbursement.
- Why strong documentation improves approval success.
- Dr. Deer’s optimistic outlook for the field.
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Resources In Today’s Episode:
- Dr. Tim Deer: Website | Instagram | LinkedIn
- APM Success YouTube
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