Dr. Peter Jarzem

Biography

Peter Jarzem is an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at McGill University. His clinical interests include artificial disc replacement, minimally invasive surgery, orthopaedic implants, complex deformity correction, and tumor surgery. Dr. Jarzem's research focuses on clinical outcomes, the development of new devices, and understanding the mechanisms behind disc degeneration and low back pain. He is actively investigating spinal cord injury mechanisms, particularly in relation to scoliosis and trauma. Dr. Jarzem completed his medical degree at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, and received residency training at McGill University. He further specialized through a fellowship in spine surgery at Jewish General Hospital and Toronto General Hospital. His research aims to improve surgical outcomes and provide new insights into treating low back pain, with potential applications for future clinical practices.

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