Dr. Edmund H. Choi, M.D., F.A.A.O.S., Orthopedist | Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
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Dr. Edmund H. Choi, M.D., F.A.A.O.S.

Orthopedist | Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine

191 S. Buena Vista 470 Burbank CA, 91505
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Dr. Edmund Choi is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon who is continually active in orthopedic and spinal research. He has authored over 20 publications and abstracts.  He has lectured at national and regional meetings on topics of osteoporosis, pediatric and adult spine reconstruction. A graduate of University of California at San Diego in La Jolla, he earned his medical degree in Boston at Tufts School of Medicine.  He completed his surgical interniship at Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan, New York and his orthopedic residency at Kingsbrook Jewish/New York Presbytarian Lower Manhattan with a pediatric orthopedic rotation at the University of Washington, Seattle.  Dr Choi completed an additional fellowship in orthopedic and neurosurgery spine surgery at Scripps Clinic/San Diego Center for Spinal Disorders; at spine centers at Scripps Green, Scripps La Jolla, Scripps Mercy, Sharp Memorial and Rady's Children Hospital.  Dr Choi serves on the Editorial Board for the Orthopedics Journal.  He also served on the education committee for Scoliosis Research Society.  

Board Certification

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

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Dr. Edmund H. Choi, M.D., F.A.A.O.S.'s Expert Contributions
  • What to do about lower back pain?

    Prolonged sitting in incorrect positions can possibly lead to lower back disc degeneration. An indication of disease progression can be pain radiating down either legs. I would see a spine specialist to review more in detail your symptoms, go into more specifics the triggers that cause your pain along besides sitting. I would also start off with an office X-rays of your lumbar spine along with a more detailed history and examination. A telemedicine visit would also be a good first start as well. READ MORE

  • Can running hurt a bulging disc?

    No two bulging disc are the same. It depends on the proportion of disc bulge you have compared to your spine and the disc bulge as well as the episodes of pain it is giving you. Running can exacerbate a bulging disc as your body behaves like a two body system and irritates a bulging disc in your lower spine as your run on uneven surfaces or increase your pace. READ MORE

  • What should you not do with a bulging disc?

    I would stay away from heaving lifting, bending or twisting. I would see a spine specialist to go over the degree of bulging disc. READ MORE

  • Is a back brace good for computer work?

    A very good question! And a question I get a lot. More effective would be if you can get a standing desk; or an ergonomic chair where you can be reclined more back; if not, for example, you can get a lumbar support cushion. But a lumbar corset that isn't too restrictive is a good option for sitting and standing with the goal that you take breaks and stand periodically as well. READ MORE

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Areas of expertise and specialization

neck, thoracic, low backradiating shoulder pain, radiating hip pain

Professional Memberships

  • Scoliosis Research Society  

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191 S. Buena Vista 470 -
Burbank, CA 91505
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