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Diabetes Support Group

Melissa French

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Posted on Feb.19.2025April 2, 2025

Early Detection of Colorectal Cancer: Why Screening at 45 Saves Lives

Melissa French

View Post: Early Detection of Colorectal Cancer: Why Screening at 45 Saves Lives

Posted on Feb.16.2025May 19, 2025

Where Comfort Meets Care: Monadnock’s Award-Winning Birthing Suite

Melissa French

View Post: Where Comfort Meets Care: Monadnock’s Award-Winning Birthing Suite

Posted on Feb.12.2025May 19, 2025

5 Small Changes for a Healthier Lifestyle This Year

Melissa French

View Post: 5 Small Changes for a Healthier Lifestyle This Year

Posted on Feb.11.2025February 13, 2025

In the News: Mobile Healthcare Does House Calls

Melissa French

View Post: In the News: Mobile Healthcare Does House Calls

Posted on Feb.10.2025April 7, 2025

5 Tips to Improve Your Heart Health During Heart Health Month

Melissa French

View Post: 5 Tips to Improve Your Heart Health During Heart Health Month

Posted on Feb.6.2025February 6, 2025

In the News: MCH Awards Patricia Boyd Nursing Scholarship to Support Future Nurses

Melissa French

View Post: In the News: MCH Awards Patricia Boyd Nursing Scholarship to Support Future Nurses

Posted on Feb.5.2025February 13, 2025

In the News: Rural Hospital’s Mobile Integrated Healthcare Program Closes Care Gaps

Melissa French

View Post: In the News: Rural Hospital’s Mobile Integrated Healthcare Program Closes Care Gaps

Posted on Feb.3.2025February 3, 2025

Experience the Amoré Art Exhibition at MCH’s Healing Arts Gallery

Melissa French

View Post: Experience the Amoré Art Exhibition at MCH’s Healing Arts Gallery

Posted on Jan.31.2025February 18, 2025

Monadnock Gastroenterology Associates Achieves Major Milestone with 2,000 Procedures

Melissa French

View Post: Monadnock Gastroenterology Associates Achieves Major Milestone with 2,000 Procedures

Posted on Jan.29.2025March 6, 2025

Your Hospital: February 2025

Melissa French

View Post: Your Hospital: February 2025

Posted on Jan.27.2025April 7, 2025

Video: Explore the Future of Spine Care: Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Seminar

Melissa French

View Post: Video: Explore the Future of Spine Care: Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Seminar

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Part of the Health & Wellness Seminars at Monadnock Community Hospital (MCH)

Join us as we uncover the latest breakthroughs in spine care with our new seminar video, Innovations in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, presented by Dr. Vache Hambardzumyan of Monadnock Orthopaedic Associates. Back pain affects millions of people, with spinal conditions being a leading cause of disability in the United States. If you or a loved one is seeking relief, this seminar is your opportunity to gain expert insights into innovative techniques that are transforming outcomes for patients. 

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  • Prevalence of Back Pain: 80-100% of people experience back pain at some point in their lives. 
  • Impact of Spinal Conditions: Over 6-7 million Americans are disabled due to spinal issues. 
  • Rising Demand for Spine Surgery: Lumbar surgeries have seen a dramatic increase of 113% in recent years, compared to just 15% for hip and knee replacements. 
  • Aging Population: Patients aged 60 and older have experienced a 230% increase in lumbar surgeries over the last decade. 
[caption id="attachment_39730" align="aligncenter" width="850"]Line chart depicting the annual growth in spine surgeries from 2003 to 2017, separated by total, male, and female cases Annual numbers of spine surgeries Trends in the numbers of spine surgeries and spine surgeons over the past 15 years - Scientific Figure on ResearchGate. Available from: https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Annual-numbers-of-spine-surgeries_fig1_359848116[/caption] Spinal conditions are not just about pain—they affect mobility, independence, and quality of life. As the demand for advanced care grows, minimally invasive techniques are providing a safer, more effective solution for patients of all ages.  [caption id="attachment_39731" align="aligncenter" width="595"]Bar chart showing the growth of the spinal fusion market from 2018 to a projected 2032, increasing from $9.8 billion to $16.27 billion. Global Spinal Fusion Market Overview
Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review Source: https://www.marketresearchfuture.com/reports/spinal-fusion-market-19208[/caption] [caption id="attachment_39732" align="aligncenter" width="780"]Bar chart showing the increase in publications on endoscopic spine surgery from 1976 to 2020, with a sharp rise after 2000. Publication trends in endoscopic spine surgery by year
Spinal endoscopy: evidence, techniques, global trends, and future projections https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1529943021008196[/caption] ) [_page_sections_4_wysiwyg] => Array ( [0] => field_5a79c5dfc5cca ) [page_sections_4_width] => Array ( [0] => normal ) [_page_sections_4_width] => Array ( [0] => field_5af99fbbc9de1 ) [_yoast_wpseo_opengraph-title] => Array ( [0] => Dr. Vache Hambardzumyan : Monadnock Area Orthopedic Surgeon ) [_yoast_wpseo_opengraph-description] => Array ( [0] => Meet Dr. Vache Hambardzumyan, orthopedic surgeon at Monadnock Orthopaedic Associates, and learn about his expertise and approach. ) [_yoast_wpseo_twitter-title] => Array ( [0] => Dr. Vache Hambardzumyan : Monadnock Area Orthopedic Surgeon ) [_yoast_wpseo_twitter-description] => Array ( [0] => Meet Dr. Vache Hambardzumyan, orthopedic surgeon at Monadnock Orthopaedic Associates, and learn about his expertise and approach. ) [page_sections_2_section_title] => Array ( [0] => ) [_page_sections_2_section_title] => Array ( [0] => field_5ada5134d3021 ) [page_sections_2_wysiwyg] => Array ( [0] =>
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  • Minimally Invasive Techniques 
Learn how smaller incisions and advanced tools reduce trauma to the body, leading to less pain, quicker recovery, and lower infection risks. These techniques also minimize the use of opioids post-surgery. 
  • Cutting-Edge Technology 
Explore how robotics, navigation systems, and endoscopic tools enhance precision and efficiency in surgery. These innovations are making procedures more accessible and reducing the risk of complications. 
  • Motion-Preserving Techniques 
Discover options that preserve natural movement, like cervical disc replacements, which lower the risk of reoperation and reduce adjacent level disease. 

Detailed image of the ProDisc C Vivo implant showing fixation points for cervical disc replacement.

  • Enhanced Recovery Programs 
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  • Over 100 spine surgeries were performed at MCH in just 18 months. 
  • A complication rate three times lower than the national average (5.8% vs. 16.4%). 
  • Procedures like cervical disc replacement, kyphoplasty, minimally invasive fusions, and endoscopic discectomies are being offered for the first time in the region. 
  • Most patients are discharged the same day or after just one overnight stay. 

X-ray showing a cervical disc replacement with a clear view of the implanted device in the cervical spine

Lateral X-ray of the cervical spine showing advanced cervical myelopathy with visible stabilization devices.

Lateral X-ray view of the lumbar spine after minimally invasive fusion, showing inserted screws and rods for stabilization.

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  • Only ~3% of spine surgeons in the U.S. perform endoscopy on a regular basis. 
  • Out of ~5000 spine surgeons nationwide, only 150-200 hospitals in the U.S. offer this service. 
  • In New England, just 7-8 hospitals provide endoscopic spine surgery, making Monadnock Community Hospital a leader in offering this cutting-edge care. 
[caption id="attachment_39740" align="aligncenter" width="780"]Illustration of endoscopic spine surgery showing a tubular device accessing the spine through a minimally invasive incision. Spinal endoscopy: evidence, techniques, global trends, and future projections https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1529943021008196[/caption] This expertise ensures that our patients receive the highest level of precision and care, positioning Monadnock as a regional destination for advanced spine surgery. 

Map of New England highlighting the location of Monadnock Community Hospital in Peterborough, New Hampshire.

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  • 16x lower infection risk. 
  • Shorter hospital stays: The average stay decreases from 3.8 days for open surgeries to just 0.9 days for endoscopic procedures. 
  • Faster operative times: Endoscopic surgeries average 45.8 minutes compared to 73.8 minutes for open surgeries. 
  • Quicker return to work: Patients recover faster and can resume their daily activities sooner. 
  • Immediate pain relief: Procedures like kyphoplasty provide almost instant relief for vertebral fractures. 

Lateral X-ray showing the results of a kyphoplasty procedure with visible vertebral restoration.

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  • A 34-year-old woman with cervical radiculopathy who experienced significant pain relief through cervical disc replacement. 

X-ray of the cervical spine in a 34-year-old patient showing the results of a cervical disc replacement.

A 64-year-old woman with cervical myelopathy who regained mobility after anterior cervical decompression and fusion (ACDF). 

These examples demonstrate the potential for minimally invasive techniques to provide faster recovery, reduced pain, and improved outcomes.  ) [_page_sections_10_wysiwyg] => Array ( [0] => field_5a79c5dfc5cca ) [page_sections_10_width] => Array ( [0] => normal ) [_page_sections_10_width] => Array ( [0] => field_5af99fbbc9de1 ) [page_sections_11_section_title] => Array ( [0] => About Monadnock Community Hospital’s Spine Services ) [_page_sections_11_section_title] => Array ( [0] => field_5ada5134d3021 ) [page_sections_11_wysiwyg] => Array ( [0] =>

NuVasive Simplify Disc with titanium plasma coating, PEEK endplates, and ceramic core for cervical spine replacement.

Monadnock Community Hospital is proud to lead the region in innovative spine care. As one of only a few facilities in New England offering endoscopic spine surgery, our team is dedicated to bringing cutting-edge care to the community. Our focus on minimally invasive procedures ensures that patients receive the highest quality care with the least disruption to their lives. 

X-ray showing the positioning of a surgical instrument during endoscopic spine surgery in the lumbar region.

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