Dr. Vince LeoneOwner, Consultant, Specialized Practice · Owner, Consultant at Specialized Practice

Surgery vs. Non-Surgical: Why Patients Skip This Crucial Step!

29 Jan 2026 · 1 min

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In this monologue, Dr. Vince Leone expresses surprise that patients often choose surgery without first trying nonsurgical treatments. He argues that all conservative options should be explored before going under the knife, questioning why patients would sign extensive consent forms that limit liability and then endure a six‑month postoperative rehabilitation period. Dr. Leone emphasizes the importance of patients doing their own research, asking critical questions about the surgery, and considering safe, non‑operative alternatives that allow them to continue working while undergoing treatment.

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I'm considering surgery. Really? That would be my first question. Really? Yes. And I would have an incredulous look on my face because in my— I mean, in my heart of hearts, all nonsurgical options should be explored before surgery is considered. Why would you not? It doesn't make any sense. Why would you go under the knife and sign a stack of papers like a half inch thick of, you know, basically, you know, making them not responsible for any negative ramifications from the surgery and then have 6 months of post- surgical rehab before exploring a safe, uh, non-surgical option that you can continue to work while you're doing it, all that type of stuff. So, uh, that's always a, a shocker to me, you know, when I would hear patients say that, and I would just respond accordingly. Really? Uh, what, what, have you done the research on surgery? You know, I would be asking them those types of questions.