SURGEON TO OFFER ‘ADVANCES IN SPINE SURGERY’ PROGRAM

Norwich — A spine surgeon will speak Thursday evening about a minimally invasive surgical procedure that could help some chronic pain patients.

Dr. Michael Halpernin will give a free seminar titled “Advances in Spine Surgery” sponsored by The William W. Backus Hospital from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Hartford HealthCare System Support Office, 11 Stott Ave. in Norwich.

Halperin will speak about a newly available method for spine surgery that causes less blood loss, less muscle damage and a faster recovery.

The talk is free but registration is required by calling 1-855-4424373.