Dr. Todd H. Lanman is a distinguished spinal neurosurgeon and a leading innovator in motion-preserving spine surgery. With a career spanning over 30 years, he has earned a global reputation for his sophisticated and compassionate patient care, with many patients traveling from around the world to seek his expertise. As the founder of his spinal neurosurgery practice in Beverly Hills, he is affiliated with prestigious institutions like the Cedars-Sinai Spine and UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Lanman’s personal experience, having undergone multiple spine surgeries himself, provides him with a unique and empathetic perspective that deeply informs his approach to patient care and his dedication to helping others live active, pain-free lives.
Dr. Lanman’s extensive and rigorous education and training have established him as a leader in his field. He earned his medical degree with top honors from Northwestern University in Chicago. He then completed his residency in Neurological Surgery at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). A Diplomate of the American Board of Neurological Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Dr. Lanman has consistently been at the forefront of his specialty. He is also a prominent media educator and has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters on neurological conditions, further solidifying his reputation as an authority in spinal health.
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Dr. Todd Lanman brings a unique perspective to spine surgery that’s both groundbreaking and deeply personal. With over 30 years of experience, he’s not just performed thousands of surgeries—he’s actually helped shape the entire field of motion preservation spine care. As a principal investigator for FDA trials that brought artificial disc replacements like the Prestige LP and M6-C to patients, Dr. Lanman has been instrumental in giving people alternatives to spinal fusion that let them keep their natural movement. What makes his expertise even more meaningful is that he’s been on the other side of the operating table himself, having undergone multiple spine surgeries. This personal experience gives him an understanding of what patients go through that most surgeons simply can’t match, he knows firsthand the fear, the pain, and the hope that comes with spine problems.
Patients from around the world, including celebrities and executives, seek out Dr. Lanman not just for his technical brilliance, but for his genuine empathy and innovative approach to care. His “4D Health Process” looks at the whole person, their lifestyle, goals, and dreams, rather than just focusing on the problem area. As both a Diplomate of the American Board of Neurological Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, his credentials speak for themselves, but it’s his passion for helping people avoid fusion surgery and maintain their active lifestyles that truly sets him apart. He’s a vocal advocate for his patients, always pushing for treatments that preserve motion and quality of life, because he understands better than anyone how precious those things are.
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