Domagoj Coric

Carolina Neurosurgery and Spine Associates

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Domagoj Corić is a leading figure in spinal surgery, renowned for pioneering minimally invasive techniques in complex cervical spine instrumentation. His primary research focuses on advanced navigation-guided procedures, particularly the development and validation of percutaneous posterior cervical pedicle screw fixation. Dr. Corić’s major contribution is the introduction of a novel, less invasive approach for stabilizing the cervical spine from C1 to C7, a technique detailed in his most-cited work, “Percutaneous Posterior Cervical Pedicle Instrumentation (C1 to C7) With Navigation Guidance: Early Series of 27 Cases” (2022, 24 citations). This landmark paper demonstrated the feasibility and safety of placing pedicle screws percutaneously using intraoperative navigation, significantly reducing muscle dissection and blood loss compared to traditional open surgery. By providing a rigorous, retrospective analysis of his initial 27-patient series, he established a foundational protocol that has inspired broader adoption of navigated, percutaneous techniques. Dr. Corić’s work is instrumental in shifting the paradigm toward less invasive spinal surgery, offering patients reduced recovery times and lower morbidity. His ongoing research continues to refine these methods, solidifying his reputation as an innovator at the intersection of surgical precision and patient-centered care.