Specialized spine surgery in Harlingen, Texas

Located in Harlingen, Texas, the RGV Spine and Neurosurgical Institute is a leading institution in the field of neurosurgery. Dr. Alejandro Betancourt, with over 20 years of experience, specializes in both minimally invasive and open surgical approaches to complex spine surgery. Patients can expect complete symptom relief without the need for invasive procedures in most cases. When surgery is necessary, Dr. Betancourt offers minimally invasive options such as posterior TLIF, anterior ALIF, lateral DLIF, and percutaneous and robot navigated pedicle screw insertion, which spare and respect the normal muscle and tissue of the back for better outcomes. Additionally, the institute offers MIS sacroiliac joint fusion with SI-BONE for intractable low back pain. Patients can rely on Dr. Betancourt for minimally invasive and complex spine surgical options for the cervical, thoracic, lumbar spine, and sacroiliac joint.