Each month, we ask one of our practitioners to answer questions that offer a glimpse into their practice and their lives.
Dr. Milad Alam is a board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, as well as a board-certified Pain Management Physician. He specializes in minimally invasive surgery techniques and motion preservation (non-fusion) surgeries for the adult degenerative spine.
1. Where is your hometown?
I grew up in Delray Beach, Florida.
2. What is your specialty?
I specialize in minimally invasive and motion preservation orthopedic spine surgery, as well as pain management. After graduating from UC San Diego School of Medicine, I completed my Orthopedic Surgery residency at Jackson Memorial/University of Miami hospital. I then completed my Orthopedic and Neurological Spine fellowship at the University of Southern California (USC) Spine Center, where I focused on minimally invasive and robotic spine surgery for treatment of adult degenerative conditions. I was also a visiting spine fellow at Bern University Hospital in Switzerland.
3. Why did you become an orthopedic spine surgeon?
I grew up in a family of physicians and was inspired by my father and grandfather to seek a career in medicine. I wanted to combine my passions for science and helping others to create a fulfilling career and life. I am grateful every day for the opportunity to practice as a spine surgeon.
4. Why did you join Florida Spine Associates?
I believe FSA is the best team of pain management specialists and spine surgeons in South Florida. Every physician in our practice uses the most up-to-date and cutting-edge practice protocols.
5. Favorite part of working at FSA?
I love getting to work with passionate, motivated, and highly qualified people. Our team of physicians are eager to change lives for the better. That said, the most rewarding part of my job is formulating treatment plans that make a positive impact on my patients’ lives.
6. What would the staff say about you?
I think (hope!) they would say that working with me is a pleasure. I pride myself on being someone who’s easy to work with.
7. How do you like to relax?
I enjoy drawing, painting, watching movies, traveling, going to the beach, and working out at the gym.
8. Do you have any hidden talents?
I can make balloon animals and do face paintings.
9. What’s your favorite movie?
Superbad.
10. What is your favorite sports team?
Manchester City.
Appointments with Dr. Alam are available at our Boca Raton, Atlantis (JFK Hospital), and Wellington offices for South Florida residents ready to take “back” their lives. Make an appointment for your consultation today.