About Us

Meet The Team

About

Meet The Team

At EMISS, we specialize in advanced endoscopic and minimally invasive spine care, prioritizing precision, innovation, and patient well-being. Led by Dr. Aaron Smith and Dr. Scott Glickman, our practice combines expert neurosurgical techniques with a personalized approach to treatment, ensuring each patient receives the highest standard of care. With a focus on cutting-edge procedures that minimize recovery time and maximize outcomes, we are dedicated to helping our patients achieve a better quality of life.

Our Doctors

Aaron Smith, DO, FACOS

Neurosurgery
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Spinal Fracture Care
Surgical Pain Management
Medicolegal Evaluation

Scott Glickman, DO, PhD, MPH, FACOS

Neurosurgery
Complex Spine Surgery
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Spinal Fracture Care
Surgical Pain Management
Deep Brain Stimulation
Medicolegal Evaluation
IME/CME

Our Staff

Kaitlyn Campo PA-C

Physician Assistant

Jan

Office Manager

Gloria

Reception

Caprice

Medical Assistant

Baylie

Medical Assistant

Courtney

Medical Assistant

Lisa

Patient Intake

Sarah

Patient Intake

Endoscopic & Minimally Invasive Spine Specialists is a leading neurosurgery practice in Florida, led by board-certified neurosurgeons Aaron Smith DO FACOS and Scott Glickman DO FACOS. The entire EMISS team believes the forefront of medicine is not only what was learned yesterday, but also what we strive to discover tomorrow. We embrace the philosophies of osteopathic, allopathic, and integrative medicine as a component of care by incorporating the most modern scientific and holistic methods, patient-centered care, and a multi-faceted approach to neurosurgical problems.

Neurological and neurosurgical conditions and the need for operative interventions often burden both patients and families. The team at Endoscopic & Minimally Invasive Spine Specialists pride themselves on straightforward explanations and a direct approach to the best routes of care, as well as goals and likely outcomes. The expert team can help patients with a wide range of conditions, including herniated discs, spinal stenosis, spinal instability, degenerative disc disease, back pain, compression fractures, neuropathy and myelopathy, scoliosis, and more. With their expertise and decades of experience in minimally invasive spine surgery and innovative treatments, the exceptional team at EMISS are recognized as the preferred regional neurosurgical providers.

The highly experienced team takes osteopathic principles seriously and will consider the whole patient, as well as their specific problems, in order to make the best plan of care in the most timely fashion to do what is best for each patient. To partner with the best in neurological and neurosurgical care, call Endoscopic & Minimally Invasive Specialists today or request an appointment online to speak to the team.

Our Treatments

This is a minimally invasive procedure that precisely removes herniated disc material through a small incision, providing effective pain relief with faster recovery and minimal disruption to daily life.

This minimally invasive procedure targets specific spinal nerves to disrupt pain signals, offering long-term relief for chronic back and neck pain with minimal recovery time.

This minimally invasive procedure relieves nerve compression in the lumbar spine by precisely removing problematic disc fragments, reducing pain and restoring mobility with faster recovery times.

This procedure stabilizes the cervical spine by fusing vertebrae, reducing pain and preventing further damage while restoring function and improving quality of life.

Start Your Journey To Recovery

Starting your journey with an endoscopic and minimally invasive spine specialist means taking the first step toward effective, personalized care for your spinal health. Our specialists focus on advanced, minimally invasive techniques designed to reduce discomfort, shorten recovery times, and deliver precise results. From your initial consultation, you’ll experience a tailored approach to diagnosing and treating conditions like herniated discs or spinal stenosis. By prioritizing your unique needs and goals, they ensure your path to recovery is both efficient and empowering, helping you regain mobility and improve your quality of life.

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