Dr. Lee performs a wide range of advanced procedures to treat the neck (cervical), mid-back (thoracic), and lower back (lumbar):
Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
Cervical disc replacement (motion-preserving)
Posterior cervical laminectomy and fusion
Thoracic laminectomy
Thoracic fusion
Lumbar microdiscectomy
Lumbar laminectomy
Lumbar fusion
Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF)
Oblique lateral interbody fusion (OLIF)
Lateral lumbar interbody fusion (LLIF)
Anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF)
Robotic-assisted spinal surgery
Minimally invasive spinal surgery (MISS)
Complex reconstructive spinal surgery
Revision spinal surgery
Franklin Lee, D.O., is a board-eligible orthopedic spine surgeon serving Long Island, New York City, and the surrounding areas. He specializes in the comprehensive treatment of cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine conditions. Dr. Lee earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Lee completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and a subsequent spine surgery fellowship at MedStar Health Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, MD.
With a deep background in both traditional and modern surgical interventions, Dr. Lee uses the latest innovations in the field, including robotic-assisted navigation and minimally invasive techniques. He is particularly recognized for his extensive experience across a wide breadth of complex spinal pathologies, ranging from degenerative disc disease and herniations to multi-level spinal reconstructions. By focusing on precision and patient-centered care, Dr. Lee aims to provide patients with effective surgical solutions that prioritize long-term spinal stability and a rapid return to an active lifestyle.