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For more than a decade, national television and press have turned to Dr. Melamed to explain spine care — from avoiding fusions and narcotics to high-profile patient stories.
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Gloria Gaynor reveals she underwent risky spine surgery: “I thought I was going to die”
Celebrity patient story Read the story Los Angeles TimesDr. Hooman Melamed’s tips for avoiding workout injuries
Injury prevention Read the story CBS NewsGenetic test aims to identify people at risk for opioid addiction
Opioid-risk research Read the story Spectrum News 1Amidst a rampant addiction problem, a doctor stops prescribing opioids
Narcotic-free practice Read the storyAs seen on national television
On national television
Dr. Melamed has appeared on national and Los Angeles broadcast television dozens of times — explaining spine surgery, real patient outcomes, and his opioid-sparing approach.
Corrects a Patient's Flatback Pain
Do Medical Devices Need More Regulation?
Example of Microscopic Spine Surgery
Donates to Project Alive
Project Angel Food
Why I Stopped Prescribing Opioids
How to Get in Shape Without Hurting Yourself
How Healthcare Is Denied & Delayed in California
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Expert commentary and contributor features across health and lifestyle press.
- OK! Magazine L.A.’s top doctors revealed: the medical experts to know in 2026
- Men’s Health The best EMS machines for muscle growth and recovery
- Forbes The best pillows for back pain
- Forbes The best mattresses for neck pain
- Women’s Health Should you add a weighted vest to your walks?
- Health Digest Is it safe to take ibuprofen for joint pain?
- Homes & Gardens 5 signs you are sleeping on a bad mattress
- Daily Breeze Everyday Heroes: a surgeon who helps the underserved
- Becker’s Spine Review 26 spine surgeons involved in humanitarian efforts
- Fox News New “safer opioid” delivers pain relief without addiction risk in early tests
- Yahoo Canada Do cervical pillows help with neck and shoulder pain?
- Daily Mail Woman gets first-time-ever surgery to help chronic pain
- Racer X Unsung hero: Albertson and Dr. Melamed
- Medical Daily Sleeping positions to stay healthy: the best and worst ways to sleep
- The List Tips to manage your back pain during pregnancy
- Local News Live Potential protein powder dangers
- California Insider California’s biggest healthcare shift is going beyond traditional medical boundaries
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