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Stay informed about practice updates, surgical milestones, research developments, and news from the Brown University Department of Orthopaedics. Serving patients from Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and all of New England.

Dr. Basques Performs Rhode Island's First Mazor X Robotic Spine Surgery
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Dr. Basques Performs Rhode Island's First Mazor X Robotic Spine Surgery

A landmark achievement for spine surgery in New England. The Mazor X system combines pre-operative 3D planning with real-time intraoperative navigation, allowing Dr. Basques to place spinal instrumentation with sub-millimeter accuracy through incisions no larger than a fingertip. This milestone establishes University Orthopedics at Brown University as the region's leader in robotic-assisted spine procedures, attracting patients from across Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and beyond.

Dr. Basques Named Director of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery at Brown University
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Dr. Basques Named Director of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery at Brown University

Brown University's Department of Orthopaedics has appointed Dr. Bryce Basques as Director of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, recognizing his leadership in advancing MIS techniques including endoscopic spine surgery, robotic-assisted procedures, and motion-preserving technologies such as cervical and lumbar disc replacement. In this role, Dr. Basques leads clinical programs, surgical education for residents and fellows, and outcomes research aimed at making spine surgery safer, less painful, and more accessible to patients throughout New England.

University Orthopedics Expands Spine Services to Cumberland Office
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University Orthopedics Expands Spine Services to Cumberland Office

The new Cumberland location at 2138 Mendon Road brings Dr. Basques' full range of spine care — from conservative management to advanced surgical procedures — closer to patients in northern Rhode Island and the Attleboro, Taunton, and greater southeastern Massachusetts region. The office features on-site digital X-ray and comfortable consultation suites designed for spine patients.

Endoscopic Spine Surgery Program Launches at University Orthopedics
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Endoscopic Spine Surgery Program Launches at University Orthopedics

Dr. Basques has launched a dedicated endoscopic spine surgery program — one of only a handful in New England. Using a fiberoptic camera the diameter of a ballpoint pen, the technique allows for same-day disc herniation surgery through an incision smaller than a keyhole. Patients experience dramatically less post-operative pain and return to normal activities within days rather than weeks.

Dr. Basques Appointed to NASS Clinical Practice Guideline Committee
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Dr. Basques Appointed to NASS Clinical Practice Guideline Committee

The North American Spine Society (NASS) — the largest spine organization in the world — has appointed Dr. Basques to its Clinical Practice Guideline Committee. The committee shapes evidence-based treatment standards used by spine surgeons across North America, drawing on Dr. Basques' expertise in minimally invasive techniques, disc replacement, and spinal deformity surgery.

Five Spine Surgeons from Brown Present at NASS Annual Meeting
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Five Spine Surgeons from Brown Present at NASS Annual Meeting

Dr. Basques and colleagues from the Brown University Department of Orthopaedics presented multiple research papers at the North American Spine Society Annual Meeting, covering topics including robotic surgery outcomes, endoscopic discectomy learning curves, and motion preservation with cervical disc replacement. The strong Brown presence underscores the department's growing national reputation in spine surgery research and innovation.

Dr. Basques Recognized as 'Top Doctor' in Spine Surgery
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Dr. Basques Recognized as 'Top Doctor' in Spine Surgery

Dr. Bryce Basques has been recognized as a Top Doctor in spine surgery by Rhode Island Monthly magazine, reflecting peer nominations and patient satisfaction scores. The recognition highlights his commitment to combining advanced surgical techniques — including endoscopic, robotic, and disc replacement procedures — with compassionate, patient-centered care for individuals suffering from spinal conditions.

Minimally Invasive TLIF Program Expands — Shorter Recovery, Smaller Incisions
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Minimally Invasive TLIF Program Expands — Shorter Recovery, Smaller Incisions

Dr. Basques has expanded the MIS TLIF (Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion) program at University Orthopedics, offering patients with degenerative spondylolisthesis and lumbar stenosis a fusion option performed through two small incisions. Compared to traditional open TLIF, the MIS approach results in less blood loss, shorter hospitalization, and significantly faster return to walking and daily activities.

Cervical Disc Replacement Now Available at All Three Rhode Island Offices
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Cervical Disc Replacement Now Available at All Three Rhode Island Offices

Dr. Basques now offers cervical disc replacement (cervical arthroplasty) — a motion-preserving alternative to ACDF fusion — at all four University Orthopedics locations: East Providence, East Greenwich, Cumberland, and Cranston. The procedure has been shown in long-term studies to reduce the risk of adjacent segment degeneration compared to fusion, preserving natural neck motion for patients with cervical disc herniations and radiculopathy.

Media & Press Mentions

Dr. Basques and University Orthopedics in the news.

Rhode Island Monthly

Top Doctors 2025 — Spine Surgery

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The Providence Journal

Robotic Surgery Comes to RI Spine Care

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Becker's Spine Review

10 Spine Surgeons to Know in New England

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Orthopedics This Week

MIS Techniques Reshaping Spine Surgery Outcomes

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Brown Medicine Magazine

Advancing Minimally Invasive Spine Care at Brown

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