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May, 2019

RBS scores a   “World Class” status.

Based on over a 1,500 patient surveys RBS was scored at +83 NPS®.  Net Promoter Score® is an index that ranges from -100 to +100.  Any score that is above +70 is considered World Class.  The video on the right is to show recognition of this achievement. World Class logo video
April, 2019

Opioid Addiction website set up by the state of Missouri.

Dr. Reis was asked to comment on the Opioid Addiction website being hosted by the State of Missouri. KFVS12 Video
September, 2018

Dr. Reis took part in a Pain Management symposium. This is a link to the CBS Minnesota video article.

September is Pain Awareness month.  Dr. Reis  of Regional Brain and Spine participated in a symposium – in this video he discusses the Medtronic Implantable Device that provides an alternative to opiates. CBS Video
October, 2017

Dr. Kyle Colle took part in a study regarding the reduction of Opioids use and pain by utilizing a minimally invasive SI Joint fusion procedure.

Pain and Opioid use Outcomes Following Minimally Invasive Sacroiliac Joint Fusion with Decortication and Bone Grafting: The Evolusion Clinical Trial Orthopaedics-Journal
October, 2017

Dr. Tolentino performs cranial surgery and patient receives peripheral vision back.

Southeast Missourian newspaper article mentioning Dr. Tolentino as the neurosurgeon who removed a tumor from a patient’s occipital lobe. SE Missourian Article
August, 2017

Dr. Kevin Vaught first in Nation to use the latest Mazor X Robotic system for SI Joint Fusion.

News release highlighting that Dr. Kevin Vaught of Regional Brain and Spine was the first surgeon in the USA to perform an SI Joint Fusion using the latest version of the Mazor X Robotic system. SE Health Article
KFVS12 TV Article
Becker Spine Review Article
Aug 17th, 2017

SE Health video featuring Dr. Kevin Vaught explaining the Mazor X Robotic system.

Video by SE Health detailing new Mazor X spine surgery technology now available to RBS surgeons. Dr. Vaught is highlighted in this video. Click HERE for the Video
Aug 7th, 2017

SE Health announcement about new Spine Surgery Technology

Article published by SE Health detailing new Mazor X spine surgery technology now available to RBS surgeons. Dr. Vaught is highlighted in this article. Click HERE for the Article
Oct 21st, 2016

Dr. Colle publication announcement

The International Association of HealthCare Professionals is pleased to welcome Kyle O. Colle, DO, FACOS, Neurological Surgeon, to their prestigious organization with his upcoming publication in The Leading Physicians of the World. Click HERE for the Article
 2016

Dr. Tolentino PLIF surgery patient story

SE Health article about a patient of  Dr. Tolentino. Click HERE for the Article
2016

Dr. Colle Spinal Fusion surgery patient story

SE Health article about a patient of Dr. Colle. Click HERE for the Article
2016

Dr. Colle SI Joint fusion patient story

SE Health article about a patient of Dr. Colle. Click HERE for the Article
May 11,2015

Choosing a Spinal Implant for Spine Fusion Surgery

Becker’s Spine Review article interviewing Dr. Colle about this topic. Click HERE for the Article
Feb. 17,2015

Spinal Implant Material Matters

Becker’s Spine Review article that quote’s Dr. Colle about this topic. Click HERE for the Article
Sept. 15, 2014

September Newsletter

The latest news from Regional Brain & Spine. Click HERE for the Article
Sept. 5, 2014

Support for local HAPNN

Regional Brain and Spine Supports Heartland Advanced practice Nurses Network Conference Click HERE for the Article
Aug. 20, 2014

Local Neurosurgeons Step Out for Cancer

Regional Brain and Spine Offers Support for the American Cancer Society’s Cure for Cape Gala Click HERE for the Article
July 28, 2014
New imaging system
Dr. Kevin Vaught, Neurosurgeon for Regional Brain and Spine, discusses the new imaging system. Click HERE for the Article
July 11, 2014
Internship Program in the news
Dr. Vaught speaks to KZIM KSIM about paying it forward. Click HERE for the Article
July 1, 2014
Unique interships offered
Cape Girardeau Neurosurgeons Offer Unique Internship. Click HERE for the Article
June 23, 2014
Dr. Tolentino named top doc
Regional Brain and Spine Celebrates Dr. Tolentino Being Named A Top Doctor in Missouri. Click HERE for the Article
June 23, 2014
5 Core Concepts on the Biggest Strides in Complex Spine Today
Dr. Colle discusses trends in complex surgery. Click HERE for the Article
June 11, 2014
June Newsletter
The latest news from Regional Brain & Spine. Click HERE for the Article
May 7, 2014
Regional Brain and Spine’s Innovative Business Strategy
Leasing One ASC Day Per Week Click HERE for the Article
May 1, 2014
May Newsletter
The latest news from Regional Brain & Spine. Click HERE for the Article
June 13, 2012
Dr. Reis earns Board Certification
Article about Dr. Reis achieving Board Certification. Click HERE for the Article
Fall-2011
Managing the Pain
Consult Magazine article published by Southeast Missouri Hospital. In this article our Dr. Cleaver discusses several options available for dealing with cancer induced pain.
2-21-2011

Tolentino Recognized By Surgery Board

SE Missourian newspaper article about Dr. Tolentino’s recent Board Certification.
January 2011
Pain Free
Southeast Health’s Healthier Look magazine article featuring Dr. Colle regarding back surgery.
January 2011
Getting a Grip
Southeast Health’s Healthier Look magazine article featuring Dr. Colle regarding Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Relief.
1/3/2011
Dr. Tolentino
Southeast Missourian newspaper article about Dr. Tolentino becoming a certified diplomate of the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
Fall 2010
Losing Weight, Gaining Your Health
Cover page article in Healthier Look magazine which features Dr. Kevin Vaught on how he successfully utilized the Starting Point program at HealthPoint Fitness.
Spring 2010
Back Pain
Dr. Vaught shot this back pain video for Southeast Missouri Hospital. After you click the link you will need to click the Dr. Vaught Back Pain video on the right hand side of the screen.
Summer 2009
X Marks the Spot
Consult Magazine article published by Southeast Missouri Hospital. In this article our Dr. Colle shares one of the latest approaches (X-Stop®) to treating lower back pain.
June 2009
Video Profiles of our Neurosurgeons
Southeast Missouri Hospital website video profiles of our neurosurgeons.

Click HERE for Dr. Colle
Click HERE for Dr. Tolentino
Click HERE for Dr. Vaught

4/15/2009
Prestige® Cervical Disk
Southeast Missouri Hospital website article featuring our surgeons talking about the Prestige® cervical disk replacement technique.
4/15/2009
Kyphoplasty – Spine Procedure
Southeast Missouri Hospital website article featuring Dr. Tolentino dealing with a vertebral (spine) compression fracture.
4/15/2009
X-Stop – Back Pain
Southeast Missouri Hospital website article featuring Dr. Tolentino dealing with a relieving a patient’s back/leg pain.
3/20/2009
Electronic Medical Records
Southeast Missourian newspaper article about Electronic Medical Records. Laurie Davis (Business Office Manager) is quoted in the article.
Spring 2009
Treating Spinal Pain
Consult Magazine article published by Southeast Missouri Hospital. In this article our neurosurgeons share the latest approaches to treating back and neck pain.
11/27/2008
Thankful People
Southeast Missourian newspaper human interest article that features Carol Guard and her medical journey to move from a wheel chair to walking again. Dr. Tolentino was involved in her medical care and is mentioned in this newspaper account.
Summer 2008

Prestige ®-
In Motion

In this Vim & Vigor magazine article we learn of the 1st patient at Southeast Hospital to be treated with the Prestige® cervical disc. Dr. Vaught is featured in this article.
May 2008
Business Break
In this 2 Minute TV spot Dr. Vaught shares information about the Prestige® Cervical Disc replacement procedure.
Spring 2008
Vertebral Compression Fractures
In this article from Consult Magazine, Dr. Paul Tolentino discusses one of the latest treatment options at Southeast Missouri Hospital – Kyphoplasty.
Spring 2008
Prestige® Cervical Disc
Southeast Missouri Hospital’s Consult Magazine article featuring the new Prestige® Cervical Disc replacement procedure. In the article Dr. Tolentino and Dr. Vaught are quoted. Dr. Kyle Colle is also mentioned.

Click HERE for the Article
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11/7/2007
Diagnosing Autism
Dr. Vaught is quoted in this Southeast Missourian newspaper article about autism.
9/2007
Life-Saving Treatment
Dr. Tolentino is quoted in this KFVS 12 article about new surgical technique.
9/28/2007
New Innovative Spinal Surgery
Dr. Vaught is quoted in this KFVS 12 article about new surgical technology.
12/28/2006
Health News
Southeast Missourian article regarding Dr. Vaught being named to College of Surgeons.
October 2006
Technology of Hope
Dr. Vaught featured in this TV commercial about the Novalis® system.
November 2005
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Dr. Tolentino featured in this TV commercial about using the Novalis® system for treating Trigeminal Neuralgia.
7/25/2005
People on the Move
Southeast Missourian newspaper article regarding Dr. Vaught being invited to the prestigious Global Spine Conference.
December 2004
Research Paper
Research paper Dr. Colle was a part of.
March 2004
Research Paper
Research paper Dr. Colle was a part of.
Summer 2003
Choose Southeast
Dr. Vaught tells why he chose Southeast Missouri to live & work.
Choose Southeast
Dr. Tolentino featured in this Southeast Missouri Hospital video spot.
Spine-Health.com
Dr. Vaught’s profile on spine-health.com website
Osteoporosis
Southeast Missourian newspaper article where Dr. Vaught discusses procedure that uses the KyphX Xpander Bone Tamp®.

 

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