Billy Joel shocked and concerned fans around the world Friday, with an announcement canceling his shows after a brain disorder diagnosis. The 76-year-old rock star is dealing with the side effects of “Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus” or NPH. It’s when cerebrospinal fluid builds up in the ventricles of the brain and makes them bigger. There is […]
Hi, I’m Sean Michael Rider, a spine surgeon with AVALA Spine. I am a board-certified orthopedic physician with fellowship training in spine surgery. I am trained in minimally invasive spine surgery which helps me provide patients with smaller incisions, reduced risk of infection, minimized postoperative discomfort, and results in shorter recovery times. I look forward […]
Hi, I’m Dr. Jared Robichaux, a dedicated spine & neurosurgeon with AVALA Spine. Our patients mean the world to us. When a patient comes to see me or one of my partners, they forever become a part of the AVALA family. When a patient comes to see us, our goal is always to help the […]
METAIRIE, LOUISIANA – AVALA Spine welcomes neurosurgeon Dr. Jared M. Robichaux to our highly trained group of spine specialists. Dr. Robichaux’s addition will help AVALA Spine expand and continue to provide high-quality, compassionate care to every patient. Dr. Robichaux is native to Mandeville, Louisiana. In St. Paul’s High School, Dr. Robichaux was drawn to practicing […]
Navigating the world of healthcare can often feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to understanding the various specialists and their roles. You’re not alone if you’ve ever heard of a neurosurgeon and wondered precisely what they do. A neurosurgeon is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and surgically treating disorders of the nervous system, […]