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David Hanscom, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, Seattle, WA, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus

DavidAlfredHanscomMD

Orthopaedic Surgery Seattle, WA

Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Physician

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Summary

  • I am an orthopedic spine surgeon who has been performing complex spine surgery since 1986. It is my observation that most spine surgery should never be performed. A significant part of my practice is helping patients out of a deep hole caused by multiple failed spine surgeries. I have learned that the central nervous system is the key player in the development of chronic pain. Unless it is addressed further surgeries seldom are successful.

    This book is my own story out of chronic pain. A treatment paradigm has evolved from my personal experience as well as learning from my patients. My goal for my patients is not just learning to live with pain or manage it. It is now becoming pain free. I have watched this occur in hundreds of patients. This book will allow you to regain control of your care and your life. Enjoy the journey.

    An overview of the project can be looked at in detail at www.backincontrol.com.
  • Back in Control - The DOC (Direct your Own Care) Project

    Website information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images and other material contained on this website, is for informational purposes only. The

Education & Training

  • University of California Davis Health
    University of California Davis HealthFellowship, Surgical Critical Care, 1984 - 1984
  • University of Hawaii
    University of HawaiiResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1981 - 1984
  • Spokane Teaching Health Center
    Spokane Teaching Health CenterResidency, Internal Medicine, 1979 - 1981
  • Loma Linda University School of Medicine
    Loma Linda University School of MedicineClass of 1979

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1980 - 2026
  • WA State Medical License
    WA State Medical License 1980 - 2026
  • ID State Medical License
    ID State Medical License 1998 - 2024
  • HI State Medical License
    HI State Medical License 1981 - 2014
  • MN State Medical License
    MN State Medical License 1985 - 2004
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory EMR, Epic Systems Corporation, 2011

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

  • Back Surgery Alternative
    Back Surgery AlternativeJune 10th, 2021
  • Why I’m Leaving Spine Surgery
    Why I’m Leaving Spine SurgeryJune 5th, 2018
  • Orthopedic Surgeon Reveals Urgent Warning About Spine Surgery
    Orthopedic Surgeon Reveals Urgent Warning About Spine SurgeryJanuary 3rd, 2018
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