Chronic back pain affects more people than heart disease, cancer, and diabetes combined — yet treatment hasn’t meaningfully changed in decades.
In this episode of Liftoff, Keith talks with Dr. Steven M. Falowski, MD, FAANS — Director of Functional Neurosurgery and Strategic Advisor at SynerFuse, the company pioneering a transformational approach to spinal surgery.
SynerFuse’s patented e-TLIF procedure blends spinal fusion + neuromodulation in a single surgery, placing electrodes during the operation to prevent the chronic pain that affects nearly 30% of fusion patients today. Early proof-of-concept results show over 80% improvement — a milestone that could reshape the future of spine care.
Dr. Falowski breaks down:
- Why traditional fusion fails so many patients
- How neuromodulation evolved into a proven, minimally invasive therapy
- The entrepreneurial challenge of competing with med-tech giants
- How a 15-person company is preparing for a nationwide U.S. clinical study
- Why AI is accelerating breakthroughs in chronic pain treatment
If you're interested in med-tech, innovation in regulated markets, or the business of healthcare, this episode is a must-listen.
Connect with Dr. Steven M. Falowski:
- Website: www.SynerFuse.com
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-falowski-876926118/
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