Dr. Daniel E. Choi Utilizes Technology Which Allows Him to Match Disc to Patient Anatomy
Ronkonkoma, NY, July 1, 2025 – Dr. Daniel E. Choi, a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon based on Long Island, New York, has successfully performed his 50th prodisc® C Vivo cervical disc replacement surgery, with over 100 implanted discs, solidifying his position as one of the top disc replacement surgeons in the New York and surrounding areas. The milestone procedure was performed at St. Francis Hospital in Roslyn, NY. Dr. Choi’s achievement highlights the growing adoption of cervical disc arthroplasty as a motion-preserving alternative to spinal fusion, and underscores the trusted role of Centinel Spine’s prodisc® platform in enabling surgeons to deliver optimal outcomes for patients with cervical disc disease.
Traditional surgical intervention for the spine may include fusing spinal segments together, which permanently fuses two vertebral bodies, eliminating movement between them. A Total Disc Replacement (TDR) offers a surgical alternative to spinal fusions, where the damaged intervertebral disc is removed and replaced with an artificial implant. This technology works to relieve pain in patients suffering from a degenerated spinal disc while enabling motion over the long term at the diseased spinal segment and reducing adjacent-level degeneration and re-operations1. With Centinel Spine, the only United States provider of BOTH Cervical and Lumbar Total Disc Replacement devices, and their prodisc® line of implants (prodisc® C, prodisc® C Vivo, prodisc® C SK, and prodisc® L), Dr. Choi ensures the best possible outcomes for his patients.
“Performing over fifty (50) Cervical Disc Replacement surgeries with prodisc® C Vivo, with north of one hundred (100) implantations, is more than just a number. It’s a testament to how life-changing this technology has been for my patients,” stated Dr. Choi. “As someone who believes strongly in restoring function and maintaining motion, cervical disc replacement has become an essential part of how I care for patients. Centinel Spine has been a committed partner in helping advance this standard of care.”
Centinel Spine’s prodisc® is the most studied total disc replacement technology in the world and has been validated with over 540 peer-reviewed published studies and over 275,000 implantations worldwide. It’s the only TDR technology with multiple motion-preserving anatomic solutions which prioritize stability, precise placement, and long-term performance, while allowing the surgeon to Match-the-Disc™ to each patient’s anatomy for both cervical and lumbar total disc replacement.
The prodisc® design incorporates prodisc® CORE technology, the basis behind predictable clinical outcomes of the prodisc® platform, and after 30 years has been demonstrated to be safe and effective. Additional endplate designs for the cervical spine, approved for US distribution in 2022, allow for primary fixation optionality as well as choices based on patient anatomical differences.
Dr. Choi performs cervical disc replacement surgeries across multiple locations in Long Island and is actively involved in advancing education around spine surgery options, helping both patients and fellow physicians understand the transformative potential of modern disc arthroplasty.
He went on to say, “My patients have been doing phenomenally following cervical disc replacement surgery with the new prodisc® C Vivo. The minimally invasive procedure has allowed them to maintain motion in the affected level as opposed to a cervical fusion. In my opinion, this has led to faster recovery times, restoration of normal function, and a better long-term outlook for their spinal health”
For today’s patient looking forward to a speedy recovery to an active lifestyle, prodisc® is a powerful treatment option worthy of consideration for appropriate patients. Patients can learn more about Dr. Daniel E. Choi, the total disc replacement procedure and prodisc® by calling 631-730-7970 or by visiting www.spinemedli.com.
About Spine Medicine & Surgery of Long Island & Dr. Daniel E. Choi, MD, FAAOS
As the premier spine care center in the NY metro area, Spine Medicine & Surgery of Long Island is here to help with your spine related needs. We’re a boutique practice delivering attentive, evidence-based treatment for a range of neck and back conditions. Our board-certified orthopaedic spine surgeons and board-certified pain management doctor specialize in advanced, minimally invasive techniques that provide lasting relief with less downtime.
Dr. Daniel Choi is a nationally recognized leader in minimally invasive spine surgery. With extensive training from prestigious institutions like Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and Harvard Medical School, he has successfully treated thousands of patients, helping them reclaim their mobility and quality of life. Dr. Choi also serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Zucker/Northwell School of Medicine, teaching the next generation of surgeons.
At his private, independently owned practice, Spine Medicine & Surgery of Long Island, Dr. Choi offers a uniquely patient-centered approach. By combining advanced technology and techniques with personalized care, he achieves exceptional outcomes while minimizing risk and recovery times.
To learn more about Spine Medicine & Surgery of Long Island and its doctors and services, please visit www.spinemedli.com, “like” Spine Medicine & Surgery of Long Island on Facebook, or follow @spinemedli on Instagram.
About Centinel Spine, LLC
Centinel Spine®, LLC is the leading global medical device company exclusively focused on addressing cervical and lumbar spinal disease with prodisc®, the most complete total disc replacement (TDR) technology platform in the world. The Company’s prodisc® technology is the most studied and clinically-proven TDR system across the globe, validated by over 540
published papers and more than 275,000 implantations. Centinel Spine’s prodisc® is the only TDR technology with multiple motion-preserving anatomic solutions, allowing the surgeon to Match-the-Disc™ to each patient’s anatomy for both cervical and lumbar total disc replacement. For more information on Centinel Spine products and technologies, please visit the company’s website at www.CentinelSpine.com or on Instagram and Facebook
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1 Janssen ME, et al, prodisc C Total Disc Replacement Versus ACDF for Single-Level Symptomatic Cervical Disc Disease, JBJS, 2015, 97:1738-47.
