Advanced Orthopaedic & Spine Care

Episode 10: Dr. Verma’s Conversation with Dr. Tracey Didinger on Orthopedic Sports Medicine

Description: Dr. Verma sits down with Dr. Tracey Didinger, an orthopedic sports surgeon joining Advanced Orthopedics and Spine, to discuss sports medicine, orthopedic injuries, patient care, and her journey into surgery. From the episode: “Dr. Tracey Didinger is an orthopedic sports surgeon with training in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. She specializes in treating a wide range of injuries involving the shoulder, knee, elbow, ankle, and other areas commonly affected by sports, accidents, and everyday movement. In this episode, Dr. Verma and Dr. Didinger discuss how they first met during medical training in Philadelphia, her early interest in orthopedics, and the path that led her into sports medicine. They explore common injuries such as ACL tears, meniscus injuries, Achilles ruptures, shoulder instability, rotator cuff issues, fractures, quad and patella tendon injuries, and distal biceps injuries. Dr. Didinger also shares how she decides between surgery and conservative treatment, the importance of physical therapy, the role of injections such as cortisone and PRP, and emerging interest in peptides and other recovery tools. The conversation also touches on surgical recovery, helping athletes return to sport safely, the mental side of healing, new technology in orthopedic surgery, and her experience as a female orthopedic surgeon and mother. This episode gives patients and listeners a deeper understanding of orthopedic sports medicine, how injuries are evaluated, and how personalized care can help people return to the activities they love.”  Explicit content: No Promotional content: No

Episode 7: Dr. Verma Discusses Artificial Disc Replacement with Dr. Jason Cuellar

Description: Dr. Verma sits down with his longtime friend and fellow spine surgeon, Dr. Jason Cuellar, to discuss artificial disc replacement, spine surgery innovation, and the future of motion-preserving procedures. From the episode: “Dr. Jason Cuellar is an experienced orthopedic spine surgeon based in Florida, with practice locations around Palm Beach, Jupiter, and the Miami area. In this episode, Dr. Verma and Dr. Cuellar explore various topics in spine surgery, including cervical and lumbar arthroplasty, artificial disc replacement, fusion surgery, patient selection, recovery expectations, revision risks, insurance challenges, and the barriers surgeons face when adopting newer spine surgery techniques. Dr. Cuellar shares his background, including his training at UC Davis, Stanford, NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He also discusses how his career became focused on artificial disc replacement and motion-preserving spine surgery. The conversation gives patients and listeners a deeper understanding of how spine surgeons evaluate candidates for disc replacement versus fusion, why careful patient selection is so important, and how modern surgical techniques are helping patients maintain mobility and return to active lifestyles. Dr. Verma and Dr. Cuellar also discuss the future of spine surgery, including emerging technologies, new implant options, and the importance of educating both surgeons and patients about alternatives to traditional fusion surgery.”  Explicit content: No Promotional content: No

Episode 8: Dr. Verma’s Conversation with Claire Delcambre on Physical Therapy and Non-Surgical Spine Care

Description: Dr. Verma sits down with Claire Delcambre, a licensed physical therapist and founder of Hey Babe Physical Therapy and Wellness, to discuss physical therapy, spine health, and the non-surgical options available for patients dealing with back pain, sciatica, neck pain, and other spine-related symptoms. From the episode: “Claire Delcambre is a licensed physical therapist based in Hermosa Beach, with a specialty in pelvic floor therapy, spine care, and orthopedics. In this episode, Dr. Verma and Claire explore how physical therapy can help spine patients improve movement, reduce pain, build strength, and avoid surgery when possible. They discuss Claire’s journey into physical therapy, her personal experience with back pain after a car accident, and how that shaped her approach to patient-centered care. The conversation covers common spine-related concerns, including disc herniations, annular tears, spondylolisthesis, sciatic nerve pain, neck pain, cervical radiculopathy, traction, nerve glides, core strengthening, mobility, stretching, and the role of stress and anxiety in chronic pain. Claire also explains how her practice focuses on creating a more personalized and supportive physical therapy experience, moving away from the traditional high-volume “factory model” of healthcare. This episode gives patients a deeper understanding of how physical therapy can support recovery, improve long-term strength, and help them return to the activities they enjoy.”  Explicit content: No Promotional content: No

Episode 9: Dr. Verma’s Conversation with Calvin on Spine Surgery, Private Practice, and Innovation in Los Angeles

Description: Dr. Verma sits down with Calvin, a physician assistant at Advanced Orthopedics and Spine, to discuss spine surgery, private practice, and the evolving direction of orthopedic and spine care in Southern California. From the episode: “Calvin has been working with Dr. Verma and the Advanced Orthopedics and Spine team for about a year, gaining experience in clinical care, surgery, and the administrative side of running a medical practice. In this episode, Dr. Verma and Calvin discuss the growth of Advanced Orthopedics and Spine, the importance of physician-led and physician-owned practices, and the unique spine surgery community in Los Angeles. They also explore the shift toward minimally invasive outpatient spine surgery, cervical and lumbar disc replacement, fusion surgery, patient counseling, insurance challenges, and why Southern California has become an exciting place for spine surgery innovation. Dr. Verma also shares his experience building a practice, collaborating with other surgeons, balancing complex spine cases with minimally invasive procedures, and continuing charity spine surgery work in Ghana. This conversation gives patients and listeners a deeper understanding of how modern spine care is evolving, why collaboration between physicians matters, and how advanced techniques are helping patients recover faster and return to the activities they enjoy.”  Explicit content: No Promotional content: No

Episode 6: Dr. Verma's Guest Feature with On the Brink Podcast

John A. Brink from On the Brink Podcast interviews Dr. Verma and explores various topics in spine surgery and Dr. Verma's journey to becoming a top and well recognized orthopedic spine surgeon in Southern California. From On the Brink Podcast: "Dr. Kushagra Verma, MD, MS, FAAOS, is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon at Advanced Spine Care in Los Alamitos and Marina Del Rey, California. Full Podcast Link: https://bit.ly/KushagraVermaPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblhCWUt0Qy15NEJPZk1Vc01rSnRtZk1FbGk2QXxBQ3Jtc0tueW5FV3ZBQllwXy1vOEh5RGdxV0R3M2otX3VqYVdfa3d2VHlFLUJxc2RyYXB3bDZnaWh5ajJycVVTdmFRckd3alFndldBQUh6d3JiR2hZNU9UT2NhY0R6N1lNYmVQckNUVm4tS1VrTkREYTFNaThhbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FKushagraVermaPodcast&v=SUqnwiqYsDk] He is fellowship-trained in complex spine surgery and has many years of experience. He offers surgery when it’s the best option to ensure the highest quality of life for his patients.  Dr. Verma earned a bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering from Cornell University School of Engineering in Ithaca, New York, and a master’s degree in molecular biology from the NYU Graduate School of Arts & Sciences in New York City.  He completed medical school at NYU School of Medicine in New York City. Dr. Verma also completed an orthopedic surgery residency at Thomas Jefferson University’s Rothman Institute in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and an adult and pediatric spine fellowship (with a focus on spinal deformities) at the University of California at San Francisco.  Dr. Verma has been recognized many times for his expertise. He was selected by The Leading Physicians as a Top Orthopedic Surgeon of the Spine. He also received the Top Doctor Award in Los Alamitos and numerous other professional recognitions for his excellence.   Dr. Verma is an experienced college educator with experience at the University of Washington in Seattle, Long Beach Memorial in Long Beach, California, and the Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California.  He specializes in treating spinal anomalies, including spinal stenosis, scoliosis, spondylolisthesis, disc herniation, and flatback syndrome. Dr. Verma is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS). He has contributed to nearly 50 peer-reviewed publications. Dr. Verma spends as much time as patients need to ensure they feel heard with all of their questions addressed.  He fully explains their diagnoses, thoroughly reviews all imaging results, and discusses detailed treatment options — always giving patients a voice in their treatments. He uses the latest technological advances and procedures to ensure long-lasting outcomes."