Peds Ortho & Spine surgeon, Proud husband and father (👧x2 and 👦); Co-host of #PedsOrthoPodcast; Goals: Advocate, Educate, Inspire; Opinions are my own
Nashville, TN
Joined July 2020
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Craig R Louer Jr, MD FAAOS retweeted
Here is a clip from our latest episode of CoinFlips & Controversies, “Early Onset Scoliosis in 20-month-old Female” featuring expert faculty from the 20th International Congress on Early Onset Scoliosis (ICEOS) Course (taking place Nov 11-13, 2026 in San Diego, CA.)
Watch Drs. Gomez & @CraigLouer, discuss “Serial Casting to Delay Surgery in Early-Onset Scoliosis”.
Click here to learn more about the 2026 ICEOS Course and watch their full webinar on Orthobullets: orthobullets.tiny.us/0603202…
#orthotwitter
False-positive IONM alerts in scoliosis led us to probe causes that delay or stop surgery. Anesthetic depth was key—EEG/BIS monitoring helped recognize them. Congrats Alex La Poche and our team! #scoliosis
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I had the honor of moderating an "Ask the Experts" webinar where two of my patients shared their journeys—deep thanks to Claire and Jersey for courageously helping other kids!
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Explore all the educational videos from the #SettingScoliosisStraight Found.
Just published: Vanderbilt’s TGR experience for scoliosis, avoiding routine IONM to reduce risk and cost—higher‑risk patients may still need IONM. #Scoliosis #SpineSurgery
Congrats research fellow Alex La Poche on a major publication, many more to follow!
#Scoliosis surgeons: How many of your MCGR patients actually return as scheduled for their routine lengthenings? Our analysis of PSSG data indicates >2/5 don't come back when we want (41%)!
Major implications for clinical care and research!
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Craig R Louer Jr, MD FAAOS retweeted
Welcome to Season 2 of the Orthobullets Podcast
Today's CoinFlips episode will focus on the Orthobullets case "Early Onset Scoliosis in 20-month-old Female"
This episode will feature doctors Jaime Gomez, @CraigLouer, Ryan Fitzgerald, & Chris Hardesty.
Listen to the entire talk on our DAILY Orthobullets podcast. Listen wherever you listen to podcasts or by clicking the link below!
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#orthopodcast #medpodcast #orthosurgery #sportsmedicine #spinesurgery #JointReplacement #traumasurgery #bonehealth #OrthopedicCare #orthocommunity #OrthoEducation #MedicalPodcast
Spine Deformity Surgeons:
What graft do you use in your AIS spine fusions?
Is it overly expensive/fancy? Or too simplistic and you worry there is something better?
Our latest study presents expert opinions from the Harms Study Group (@SSS_Foundation):
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🚨🚨 Attention Medical Students considering in Gap Year 🚨 🚨
Join our team to engage in spine deformity research and elevate your professional journey with a year-long intensive experience in orthopedic mentorship and research. Discover more at
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Less than 1 week to the first POSNA-sponsored High Yield Pediatrics webinar.
Get ready for the OITE with dedicated peds faculty with quick high yield lectures on the most tested peds topics. Link below:
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Heading to #SRS2026 in Charlotte, NC, excited to reconnect with friends and colleagues and learn about #Scoliosis advancements. I'll discuss Challenges of the Sagittal Plane in EOS at Thursday's Lunchtime session with top surgeons worldwide. Hope you can join us!
Great work from the @POSNA_org podcast team on the Annual meeting coverage. If you couldn’t make the meeting, listen for the highlights!
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Congratulations to Austin Montgomery, our 2024-25 Vanderbilt Spine Deformity Research Fellow, on completing his research year!
He is an exceptionally talented, diligent, and personable individual.
Ortho Residencies be on the lookout for his application this fall!
Craig R Louer Jr, MD FAAOS retweeted
When Carter was four, he and his family made the difficult decision to amputate and add a prosthetic - a decision that has never held him back.
He has since played wheelchair basketball for Team USA and is now a professional adaptive golfer!
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Final post from #POSNA2025. It was a highlight to share our research from the @childrensspine Pediatric Spine Study Group regarding when to utilize #HaloGravityTraction prior to Growing Rod Treatment for #EarlyOnsetScoliosis. I loved the feedback and can’t wait to share more!
Not all work and no play at #POSNA2025. Catching up with friends and colleagues and making memories is one of the best things about this organization. Until next time!
Another great day as #POSNA2025 wraps up. Proud of our Vandy research team @VUMCOrtho and my partners’ successful projects. Congratulations to Dr. Schoenecker on his “Best Basic Science Paper” Award
#POSNA2025 off to a great start! We have a packed house with some great research from my partners at Vanderbilt Peds Ortho @vumc_ortho
Craig R Louer Jr, MD FAAOS retweeted
Come join us in Las Vegas for a combined reception with the crew from @radychildrens on May 15. 🎉
It will be a great time to connect with your friends and colleagues at #POSNA2025. If you plan on attending, please RSVP here: lnkd.in/eWSzfstu
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