Spine and Trauma Institute

At the Spine and Trauma Institute we are committed to providing personalized medical and surgical care through comprehensive evaluation of acute and chronic spinal conditions and the most effective treatment expertly preformed. Through the process of conservative and invasive procedures our physicians provide state of the are care for our patients.

We use a variety of treatment modalities to help our patients. Conservative care consistent with your diagnosis is always the first choice of treatment. Although we manage complex spinal conditions, we have found that the majority of our patients recover without surgery.

The Institute brings together board certified orthopedic spine surgeons, physiatrists, physician assistants and other healthcare professionals who continually focus on new and better ways to restore our patient’s health.

Our physicians follow established protocols that are proven to lead to improved clinical outcomes.

Areas of expertise include both surgical and non-surgical treatments of:

Degenerative Conditions of the Back and Neck
Herniated Discs
Spinal Infections &Tumors
Spinal Deformity
Spine Trauma
Fractures
Failed Back and Neck Surgery
Advanced Pain Management

Other Services

24 hr. Physician Availability
Bilingual Staff
Dedicated Workmen’s Compensation Office Contact
Workmen’s Compensation Hotline for Case Managers and Adjusters

Our Physicians

Louis G. Quartararo, M.D. FAAOS

Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Orthopedic Residency: Allegheny University of Health Sciences/Hahnemann Hospital
Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship: University of Maryland/Shock Trauma, Baltimore, MD
Spine Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University

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Howard M. Baruch, M.D. FAAOS

Georgetown University School of Medicine
Orthopedic Residency: State University of New York Kings County Hospital and Medical Center
Spine Fellowship: Columbia Presbyterian College of Physicians and Surgeons-Helen Hayes Division
Hip & Knee Fellowship: Columbia Presbyterian College of Physicians

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Danielle B. Groves, M.D., FABPMR

New York Medical College
Physical Medical and Rehabilitation Residency Emory University School of Medicine

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