Laser Spine Institute: The leader in minimally invasive spine surgery

When LSI first opened its doors for surgery in March of 2005 in Tampa, Florida, it was with one goal in mind-To make a positive difference in the lives of patients with debilitating back and neck pain, primarily through the use of minimally invasive, endoscopic surgery. As the leading provider in the country performing this type of surgery, patients from the United States, Canada and around the world travel to LSI to benefit from these revolutionary outpatient procedures.

What makes LSI truly unique is our signature streamlined process, where highly trained surgeons are able to treat a variety of back and neck conditions and return patients to their lives in as little as one week. To date, LSI has performed more than 12,000 surgeries. In fact, we perform more procedures each month than any other spine surgery facility in the world.

Now, with an additional surgical center in Scottsdale, Arizona, and a new facility opening in the Philadelphia area in the Fall of 2009, LSI is committed to helping people rediscover a life without back or neck pain.

James St. Louis, D.O.
Founder of Laser Spine Institute and Chief Spine Surgeon

"As a testament to the credibility and reputation of LSI and its surgeons, our founding surgeon, Dr. James St. Louis received news that the Governor of Florida appointed him to the coveted and illustrious post as a member of the Board of Osteopathic Medicine. This board is the ethical and professional standard setting agency in the state. On behalf of our patients and all LSI employees we want to congratulate Dr. St. Louis for this outstanding achievement."

• Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery
• Appointed by the Governor of Florida as a member of the state's Board of Osteopathic Medicine
• 2005 and 2008 Physician of the Year - American Association of Physician Specialists
• Meritorious Service Award - United States Army

As LSI's founder and Chief Spine Surgeon, Dr. James St. Louis is a name that has become synonymous with spine surgery innovation. He founded LSI with one goal in mind - to make a positive difference in the lives of patients with debilitating back and neck pain, through the use of minimally invasive, endoscopic laser surgery. Those who work with or have been treated by Dr. St. Louis have no doubt witnessed his perpetual dedication to his field. His peers have noted his work ethic as well, and his outstanding achievements in the field are evidence of this. He sits on the Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine, which sets the standards for ethics, professionalism and medical care quality for physicians in the state. He is also a two-time recipient of the prestigious Physician of the Year award from the American Association of Physician Specialists.