John Houten, MD is a nationally renowned board-certified neurosurgeon and Professor of Neurosurgery at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He specializes in image-guided and minimally invasive surgical techniques, bringing advanced technology and treatments to patients with spine-related injuries and conditions. Dr. Houten is the Director of Spine Surgery at Mount Sinai South Nassau and has extensive experience in treating disorders of the back, neck, and spine, including lumbar stenosis, herniated discs, and spinal cord tumors.
With a strong background in research, Dr. Houten is actively involved in investigating the clinical applications of robotics in neurosurgery. He has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and serves as a Section Editor for Spine and Neurotrauma for the journal World Neurosurgery. Dr. Houten's expertise and commitment to advancing spinal surgery have led him to hold leadership positions at various medical institutions, where he has expanded the clinical capabilities and introduced advanced surgical techniques.
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