Becker’s Hospital Review recognized UAB Hospital on its 2025 list of “100 Great Neuro and Spine Programs”, which highlights national leaders in spine and neuroscience care. The annual list honors organizations that elevate patient outcomes, pioneer new research, and expand access to essential services.

UAB Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced Certification in Spine Surgery (ACSS) by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and effective patient care.

The spine, or backbone, is made up of 26 bone disks called vertebrae. These vertebrae protect the spinal cord and allow you to stand and bend. Injuries or gradual damage that changes the structure of the spine or affects the vertebrae and surrounding tissue can cause a spine disorder. Common causes of spine disorders include: […]