Struggling With Chronic Neck or Back Pain?

No one should have to live in constant pain when a proven solution is available. Book your consultation with Dr. Kamal Woods today

Meet Dr. Kamal Woods - Disc Replacement Expert

Dr. Kamal Woods, MD, MBA, FAANS, is a board-certified neurosurgeon and Vertrae co-founder specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery. He has helped thousands regain mobility while avoiding spinal fusion.

Former Network Medical Director of Neuroscience

Former Network Medical Director of Neuroscience

Personalized, Patient-Centered Care

Dr. Woods offers virtual consultations with 24/7 scheduling for your convenience.

📍 Ready to live pain-free?

📞 Call (844) 255-2225 to schedule your consultation today!

How Do I Get Started?

Schedule a Consultation

Call us for an evaluation.

Get a Personalized Treatment Plan

Dr. Woods will assess your condition and recommend the best option.

Enjoy Life Without Pain

Begin your journey to pain-free living with expert care.

You May Be a Candidate For A Disc Replacement If...

✅ You have degenerative disc disease or herniated disc(s).

✅ You want an alternative to spinal fusion.

✅ Conservative treatments (PT, injections) haven’t worked.

✅ You do not have severe osteoporosis or spinal instability.

Impact stories

At Vertrae, every patient’s story is unique. Hear how Dr. Kamal Woods’ personalized, minimally invasive care has helped others regain their quality of life and mobility

“With Dr. Woods’ help and great PT staff, I am now able to be pain free from a very bad back and to begin enjoying life. Thank you.”

Toby T.

“Dr. Woods and his team are the most knowledgeable and professional medical staff I have ever met and I trust.”

Stephanie N.

“6 months post surgical and I have not felt this good south of L4-L5 since my 20s! Dr Woods and his staff are Amazing!”

Jim C.

Your Life After Disc Replacement

Imagine waking up pain-free, moving freely, and getting back to doing the things you love—without the stiffness and restrictions of spinal fusion.

Disc Replacement Vs. Fusion

Get relief without disrupting your spine’s natural motion.

Artificial Disc Replacement

Spinal Fusion

Preserves natural movement

Limits spine flexibility

Faster recovery times

Longer healing process

Reduces risk of adjacent disc disease

May put stress on other discs