Dr. Choll Kim, Spine Surgeon

09/20/2025

This is what it is all about!!! This post made me feel sooooo good. Cuz I’m good enough, I’m smart enough…and gosh darn it, cats love me!!! https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid02QTQd5zsgdaCh8NZD2TSgv244mpAymkWoQPF8DMGjs43c9xKameTt25mi28Qpt9X1l&id=100003253798626&mibextid=wwXIfr&deeplink_ref_surface=instagram_direct&direct_share_include_copy=1&fb_entity_type=newsfeed

09/11/2025

Remembering 9/11 🕊

Today, we honor the lives lost and the heroes who rose in the face of tragedy on September 11, 2001.

At Excel Spine Center, we are reminded of the resilience of the human spirit—how courage, unity, and hope can carry us through even the darkest of times.

As spine surgeons, we see every day how strength and healing are possible when people don’t give up.

On this day of remembrance, may we carry forward that same perseverance and compassion in our daily lives.

🕊️We will never forget.

04/18/2025

04/17/2025

‼️ WARNING ‼️

This limited edition action figure specializes in computer assisted minimally invasive spine surgery!!! May help you get back to life quickly!!!

Jumped on the trend and didn’t disappoint!

03/11/2025

Live from International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health and with Dr. Rachel Rubin where we talked about what a spine surgeon like me would be doing at a conference for and what my role is to help women suffering from PGAD. So glad to be part of this wonderful group of doctors and help these patients who until recently didn’t have help with their problems.

12/20/2024

Relief Without a Fusion: Minimally Invasive Hemilaminectomy

This patient had been suffering with a spondy that was causing stenosis and neurogenic claudication causing him back pain and leg pain. Of course, I always want to preserve motion when I can and avoid a fusion, so we went a minimally invasive hemilaminectomy to address the symptoms.

What is a hemilaminectomy?
A minimally invasive spine surgical procedure to relieve pressure on the nerves caused by spinal stenosis. Performed through a small incision part of the vertebra (lamina) is removed to create more space in the spinal canal. It preserves muscles and tissues, allowing faster recovery and less pain.

What is the recovery like?
Most patients can walk the same day after surgery. They can return to light activities within a few weeks, with full recovery typically occurring in a few months. Follow-up care often includes physical therapy and activity modifications to ensure lasting relief.

This minimally invasive approach not only alleviates pain but also helps patients regain their mobility and quality of life without compromising spinal motion. Tag someone who might find this treatment option helpful!