Dr. Kern Singh was recently honored as a visiting professor to conduct Grand Rounds at Florida Orthopedics Institute at the University of South Florida
Dr. Kern Singh was recently honored as a visiting professor to conduct Grand Rounds at Florida Orthopedics Institute at the University of South Florida on May 16, 2025. The event brought together faculty, residents, and fellows for a dynamic, thought-provoking session led by one of the nation’s leading voices in minimally invasive spine surgery.
In his engaging presentation titled “MIS Spine Surgery: I Always Wanted To Be a Total Joint Surgeon,” Dr. Singh shared personal stories and professional lessons from his journey toward building a precision-driven, patient-centric practice. The highlight of the session was Dr. Singh’s compelling exploration of how to optimize operating room workflows and the expanding opportunities for spine surgery within ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs). He outlined practical strategies for streamlining workflows, reducing operative times, and leveraging technology to improve patient outcomes, all while maintaining the highest standards of safety and care. His insights on transitioning spine cases to the ASC setting resonated strongly with the audience, as many surgeons navigate the rapidly changing healthcare landscape.
Dr. Singh’s visit left a lasting impression, sparking enthusiastic conversations about innovation, practice optimization, and the importance of learning from other surgical specialties. He emphasized embracing innovation, precision, and patient-first care across both hospital systems and the rapidly expanding ASC setting.
At A Glance
Dr. Kern Singh
- Minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgeon
- Inventor and surgeon innovator with multiple patents in spinal surgery and instrumentation
- Author of more than 10 textbooks in minimally invasive spinal surgery
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