Dr. Andre Shaffer, a board-certified orthopedic spine and hip surgeon at Orthopedic Specialists of Seattle, shares his practice philosophy, emphasizing the importance of minimizing the need for surgery whenever possible. He believes that non-surgical treatments are generally the best approach. However, if surgery is necessary, he advocates for minimizing its invasiveness.

Dr. Shaffer utilizes spine endoscopy and disc arthroplasty to achieve smaller incisions and maintain as much natural function as possible. He also performs fusions when necessary to reduce the number of surgeries a patient might need in the future. This approach aligns with the principles of minimally invasive spine surgery, aiming to provide effective treatment with the least disruption to patients' lives.

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