Fellowship Programs


TBI is currently seeking residents or practicing surgeons in neurosurgery or orthopaedic surgery who are interested in a fellowship program under the direction of Richard Guyer, M.D. and Jack Zigler, M.D. TBI consists of 10 highly trained spine surgeons that offer a broad experience with exposure to varying philosophies of care as well as to multiple surgical techniques. TBI is a very busy academic oriented community practice that attaches supreme importance to quality patient care, education and research. All applicants must be board certified (or eligible) and must have completed an accredited orthopaedic or neurosurgery residency program. Eligibility for Texas license is required.
The following programs are offered:

Spine Surgery Fellowship
Program curriculum includes training in arthroplasty, degenerative conditions of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine; adult reconstructive spine surgery; minimally invasive endoscopic surgery; pediatric and adult deformities; and clinic research.

Spine Arthroplasty Fellowship
The arthroplasty fellowship focuses on non-fusion procedures to treat degenerative disc disease and restoring full range of motion to patients. Curriculum will include research. Positions are available for 6 or 12 months.

Minimally Invasive Fellowship
The minimally invasive fellowship focuses on endoscopic surgery to treat degenerative & deformity conditions. Curriculum will include research. Positions are available for 6 or 12 months.

For further information, contact TBI Fellowship Coordinator at (972) 608-5148 or email, plane@texasback.com