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Dr. Pedlow Named 2024 Top Doctor

Frank X. Pedlow Jr., MD, has been honored once again as a 2024 Castle Connolly Top Doctor, marking his fifteenth consecutive year receiving this esteemed recognition. This accolade places him among the top 7 percent of physicians nationwide in his specialty.

In addition to Castle Connolly recognition, Dr. Pedlow has been consistently honored by BestDoctors as one of the top orthopedic spine surgeons in Boston, a testament to his unwavering dedication to patient care and surgical excellence.

 

New England Baptist Hospital ranks among top hospitals in the US for orthopedics

Dr. Frank Pedlow’s hospital affiliations include New England Baptist Hospital (NEBH), a 141-bed adult medical-surgical hospital in Boston, Massachusetts specializing in orthopedic care and complex orthopedic procedures. NEBH offers nationally recognized expertise in orthopedic surgery, built on more than a century of experience, with an exceptional blend of superb patient care and advanced medical knowledge. NEBH has been recognized by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) as one of the top 10 hospitals nationally for knee and hip orthopedics. NEBH was also selected by U.S. News & World Report as a top orthopedic hospital.

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COVID 19

COVID-19 Update on Office Procedures

Frank X Pedlow Jr., M.D.

At Frank X. Pedlow Jr MD PC and Boston Spine Surgery, the safety of our patients, as well as our staff, is our top priority.  We want to ensure that we balance our adherence with state and national recommendations regarding social distancing with addressing the medical needs of our patients.  We are closely following the most up-to-date announcements and information on the known cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Because this information is always changing, we will be monitoring all updates from the Centers for Disease Control, Partners HealthCare, the Massachusetts General Hospital and  Boston, Massachusetts and federal officials.

If you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms, please make sure to contact us via phone prior to your appointment. You may also contact us for any additional questions by calling our office at (617) 227-9300.

  • Our office will be seeing patients with a modified schedule, and our staff is available during normal business hours for your calls or questions. If you have an appointment and haven’t received a call to reschedule, please plan to arrive at your scheduled time.
  • If you are a NEW patient requesting an office consultation, or an existing patient in need of follow-up care please call our office to discuss the next best steps.
  • Virtual visits can be arranged
  • When coming for your visit, we are asking only the PATIENT to enter our office; the medical office building is asking for only those with appointments to enter the buildings. Exceptions exist, including those who require assistance.
  • We are asking all to fill out an intake questionnaire and use hand sanitizer upon arrival.  We appreciate our patient’s understanding and patience as we all do our part not to spread this virus.

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When Is It Time To See A Spine Specialist?

We all get aches and pains occasionally. Sometimes we know what led to our latest backache, but other times it’s a mystery. We know to use heating pads, OTC meds, and stretches to help it resolve. When it doesn’t go away on its own, suffering from back pain can lead to lost time from work and problems with everyday activities. These situations don’t always need the intervention of a medical professional, but when is it time to see a spine specialist?

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How Does a Sedentary Lifestyle Affect Your Spine?

A lot of Americans are bound to their desk chairs for eight hours a day. Recent studies have shown how bad a sedentary lifestyle is for your health, but did you know it can also hurt your back and spine? Sitting distorts the natural curve of your spine, which means your back muscles have to hold your back in shape. It’s important for all people with desk jobs to know the issues sitting for too long can cause and how to effectively prevent these issues from developing.

What Does Sitting Do To Your Spine?

Sitting can affect your spine in a variety of ways, including:

  • Muscular Back Pain – Sitting for extended periods of time can weaken and stiffen the muscles in your back. It can also decrease the amount of blood circulating and oxygen that reaches the muscle cells.
  • Herniated Discs – A sedentary lifestyle puts more pressure on your back and spine, increasing your chances of having a herniated disc.
  • Pinched Back Nerves – Sitting for a majority of the day puts extra pressure on the nerve tissue of the spinal bones.

How Can I Prevent Back and Spine Injuries?

Until standing desks become popular for all companies, it’s important to follow these simple tips to prevent back and spine injuries:

  • Focus on good posture – Slouching only increases your chance of developing back and spine injuries. Sit up straight with your back pushed against the chair to increase back support.
  • Stand every hour – Standing every hour and walking around the office will keep your blood circulating and will stretch out your back.
  • Do simple stretches – Placing your hands on your lower back and stretching backwards will take some of the pressure off your back and keep your muscles from getting stiff.

Contact your Dr. Pedlow for information on preventing spine injuries from a sedentary lifestyle.

MGH first in Massachusetts to have O-arm from Medtronic

The MGH Spine Service is the first hospital in Massachusetts to add the O-Arm from Medtronics, offering advanced imaging capabilities during surgical procedures. The O-arm can assist in the performance of all types of surgical procedures from traditional open surgery to more minimally invasive procedures, with the goal of improving surgical outcomes and patient safety. 

From more information please visit Medtronic’s website.

2017 Top Doctor in Boston Award

Expert Orthopedic Surgeon, Frank X. Pedlow, MD, to be Recognized as a 2017 Top Doctor in Boston, Massachusetts

Frank X. Pedlow, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon currently serving patients within his own private practice, and affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital and St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, has been named a 2017 Top Doctor in Boston, Massachusetts. Top Doctor Awards is dedicated to selecting and honoring those healthcare practitioners who have demonstrated clinical excellence while delivering the highest standards of patient care.

Dr. Frank X. Pedlow is a very experienced orthopedic surgeon, and is one of the only spine surgeons in New England that has received training in both the Neurosurgical and Orthopaedic principles and techniques of spine surgery. His successful career in medicine began in 1986, when he graduated from New York Medical College. Upon receiving his Medical Degree, he completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery in the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program, and served as Chief Resident at Massachusetts General Hospital. He then undertook his Spinal Surgery fellowship at Emory University Spine Center. Dr. Pedlow previously served as a Neurosurgery Fellow at LIJ Medical Center, and also spent time training internationally in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Montreal in Canada, the Royal National Orthopedic Hospital in England, and the Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopedic Hospital in England.

Dr. Pedlow is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, and provides surgical and non-surgical solutions for a wide range of conditions and injuries. His practice specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of degenerative conditions of the neck and back, minimally invasive spine surgery, motion preservation surgery including cervical artificial disc replacement, athletic injuries to the spine, and spine care of the injured worker. He is particularly renowned as a specialist in the treatment of complex spinal disorders.

For his excellence, Dr. Pedlow has been named a top doctor in Boston Magazine’s “Best Doctors” issue, and consistently has been named by Best Doctors, Inc. as one of the best orthopaedic spine surgeons in Boston, receiving this honor more than any other orthopaedic spine surgeon in Boston. Dr. Pedlow has also been named one of the region’s “Top Doctors” by Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd, has served as the spine consultant for the Boston Bruins, and has treated players from every major professional and many collegiate sports team in Boston. His dedication to his work and extensive expertise in his specialty makes Dr. Frank X. Pedlow a very worthy winner of a 2017 Top Doctor Award.

About Top Doctor Awards

Top Doctor Awards specializes in recognizing and commemorating the achievements of today’s most influential and respected doctors in medicine. Our selection process considers education, research contributions, patient reviews, and other quality measures to identify top doctors.

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