LOS SPINE CENTER
Comprehensive Spine Care in Lafayette
When back or neck pain starts limiting what you can do — at work, at home, or on the field — you deserve care from specialists who understand the full picture. At Louisiana Orthopaedic Specialists, our fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeons and board-certified interventional spine physicians work side by side to diagnose and treat the complete range of spinal conditions, including herniated discs, sciatica, spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, spondylolisthesis, cervical radiculopathy, and spinal instability.
Our Board-Certified Spine Specialists
Neil C. Romero, MD
Dr. Romero is a fellowship-trained and board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon, specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery, arthroplasty including artificial disc replacement, and cervical and lumbar spine surgery.
Lon M. Baronne II, MD
Dr. Baronne is a fellowship-trained and board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon, specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery, robotic spine surgery and cervical and lumbar spine surgery.
Todd E. Fountain, MD
Dr. Fountain is a board-certified neurosurgeon who specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery and robotic-assisted spine surgery for cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine conditions.
Kevin J. Lasseigne, Jr., MD
Dr. Lasseigne is a board-certified and fellowship-trained physician specializing in interventional spine as well as physical medicine and rehabilitation.
Benjamin J. Baronne, MD
Dr. Baronne is a fellowship-trained interventional spine specialist. He is passionate about accurately diagnosing the source of patients’ spine discomfort and managing it conservatively.
John Daniel Frugé, MD
Dr. Frugé is a fellowship-trained interventional pain medicine specialist, board certified in both Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Interventional Pain Medicine.
LOS Spine Center
We’ve Got Your Back!
Specialized Spinal Care at Louisiana Orthopaedic Specialists
At Louisiana Orthopaedic Specialists, our dedicated Spine Team provides leading-edge, comprehensive care for back and neck conditions across Lafayette and New Iberia. Our team includes fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeons, board-certified interventional spine specialists, and experienced therapists—all working together to help you move better and feel your best.
Neck and Back Pain Relief Starts Here
Low back and neck pain affects nearly 80% of adults at some point. Whether your pain is chronic or the result of an injury, it could signal a more serious condition like herniated discs, sciatica, or spinal instability. Getting an accurate diagnosis from a specialist is the first step toward relief.
Personalized, Non-Surgical First Approach
Our spine specialists takes a non-surgical-first approach, because 90% of our patients find lasting relief without ever going to the operating room. When surgery is the right path, our surgeons are among the region’s most experienced in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted spine procedures, offering shorter recovery times and better outcomes. From your first appointment through your final therapy session, every step of your care is coordinated by a dedicated team committed to one goal: getting you back to the life you love.
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery When Needed
When surgery is the right option, our board-certified, fellowship-trained surgeons, Dr. Neil C. Romero, Dr. Lon M. Barrone II, and Dr. Todd Fountain, offer advanced solutions such as:
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Minimally invasive spine surgery, robotic-assisted spine surgery
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Cervical and lumbar spine decompression
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Artificial disc replacement (arthroplasty)
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Spinal fusion and stabilization procedures
Even if surgery isn’t necessary, our spine surgeons are involved in every patient’s evaluation to ensure the highest level of care and oversight.
Collaborative Spine Center Care Team
From your first appointment to your recovery, you’ll be supported by a team of board-certified, fellowship trained spine physicians, nurse practitioners, therapists, and medical staff who collaborate to provide consistent, coordinated care throughout your treatment journey.
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