Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Dr. Erich G. Anderer, Chief of the Division of Neurosurgery and Surgical Director of Perioperative Services at NYU Langone Hospital–Brooklyn
Dec 13, 2025
Dr. Erich G. Anderer, Chief of Neurosurgery at NYU Langone Hospital–Brooklyn, shares insights on the future of spine care. He explores the transformative role of robotic technology and how clinicians can utilize non-surgical options to benefit patients. Dr. Anderer addresses the challenge of misinformation in healthcare, advocating for better patient education. He also highlights community initiatives aimed at improving access to advanced surgical services and predicts AI will revolutionize diagnosis and treatment planning.
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Information Democratizes Care
- Access to abundant information has mostly improved patient engagement by democratizing knowledge.
- Erich G. Anderer warns misinformation exists but says informed patients enable better clinical conversations.
Tech Transforms Surgical Decision-Making
- Robotics and AI are reshaping who should get surgery and how it's delivered.
- Erich G. Anderer expects tech to refine patient selection and postoperative planning.
Recommend Gentle Movement First
- Encourage nonoperative modalities like beginner-level yoga to restore function and avoid surgery when appropriate.
- Refer patients to modified programs rather than advanced practices that may risk injury.