Author: Carey Meyers

Beginning at our 2026 Scientific Conference in Banff the Canadian Spine Society (CSS) will be presenting annual awards to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to our organization. The awards are: 1. The McIntosh Research Award. Awarded to a CSS member who makes a substantial contribution in any area of spine-related research from project administration […]

It is with profound sorrow we share the passing of Dr Marcel Dvorak-an internationally renowned spine surgeon, pioneering medical researcher, visionary leader, and cherished educator- who died peacefully at home with his beloved family on May 9, 2025. Dr Dvorak was a towering figure in the field of spine surgery locally, nationally and on the […]

The Canadian Spine Society congratulates CSS member Dr. Brian Kwon, who recently received UBC’s premier award for research: The Jacob Biely Faculty Research Prize. This is an incredible accomplishment for a full time surgeon – surgeon scientist. The Jacob Biely Faculty Research Prize is regarded as UBC’s premier award for research across all disciplines. One […]

Support Access to Spine Care in Ontario – New Petition, PLEASE SIGN! Recently, Liberal MPP John Fraser has presented the 2024 Spine Care Petition twice, on May 8 and yesterday again on May 15 along with NDP MPP Health Critic France Gelinas in legislature.  You can watch the videos at https://1drv.ms/f/s!ApJ7tghCUbulzlyKqML7psaucalA May 15, 2024 Liberal MPP […]