Joseph A. Weiner

Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern University

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Joseph A. Weiner is a spine surgeon and researcher whose work focuses on advancing minimally invasive spine surgery through the integration of intraoperative image guidance. His primary research areas include lateral lumbar interbody fusion (LLIF), oblique lumbar interbody fusion (OLIF), and transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF), with a particular emphasis on optimizing surgical precision and patient safety. Weiner’s most cited work, "Intraoperative image guidance for lateral position surgery" (2021, 11 citations), provides a comprehensive review of how emerging imaging technologies enhance the safety and efficacy of lateral approach procedures, addressing the unique anatomical challenges of these minimally invasive techniques. His second most cited paper, "Narrative review of intraoperative image guidance for transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion" (2021, 10 citations), similarly explores how recent imaging advancements improve outcomes in TLIF surgeries by enabling more precise navigation through complex spinal anatomy. These contributions have helped establish a framework for integrating real-time imaging into routine spine surgery practice, reducing complication rates and improving reproducibility. With a growing citation impact, Weiner’s work is increasingly referenced by surgeons and researchers seeking evidence-based guidance on adopting image-guided techniques for lateral and transforaminal approaches, positioning him as a rising voice in the field of minimally invasive spine surgery.