Arpan Patel

Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine

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Arpan Patel is a spine surgeon and researcher whose work focuses on advancing surgical techniques for lumbar spinal disorders, particularly through comparative analyses of posterior and transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF and TLIF). His most-cited paper, "Posterior and Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion" (2024), provides a critical evaluation of these two widely used approaches, clarifying their respective indications, outcomes, and complication profiles. This work has already garnered 5 citations, signaling its early impact in guiding clinical decision-making for spine surgeons. Patel’s contributions lie in synthesizing evidence to optimize patient selection and surgical planning, directly influencing operative strategies in degenerative spine disease. His research bridges the gap between technical nuance and practical application, offering surgeons a clearer framework for choosing between PLIF and TLIF based on patient-specific anatomy and pathology. As an emerging voice in spinal surgery, Patel’s work is poised to shape future guidelines and training protocols, making him a valuable resource for residents and fellows seeking evidence-based approaches to complex lumbar fusion.