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Discover the many ways you can engage, contribute, and benefit as a valued LSRS member. LSRS offers a wide range of opportunities designed to help you connect, contribute, and grow professionally. Whether you're looking to join a committee, apply for a research grant, or expand your network, there are meaningful ways for every member to get involved. Explore the options below to make the most of your membership and actively engage with the LSRS community. Please contact us at LSRS@LSRS.ORG if you would like further details on any of the opportunities listed below.

Committee Involvement
The LSRS invites members to participate in committees. Terms typically last two years. Members may submit a committee interest form at any time during the year. Committee rotations occur annually, aligned with the LSRS Annual Meeting.

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The LSRS Annual Meeting offers members a variety of ways to contribute and participate. Share your research by submitting an abstract, lead meaningful discussions as a session moderator, and more. Registration for the LSRS Annual Meeting is included as a benefit of active membership. Annual dues cover the cost of meeting registration, regardless of whether a member attends. Members must still complete the registration process in order to receive a conference badge and access meeting sessions.

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LSRS members receive exclusive access to live and on-demand educational webinars led by experts in the field of lumbar spine research and care. These sessions are designed to keep you informed on emerging science, clinical advancements, and evolving best practices. Webinars offer convenient, accessible learning opportunities throughout the year—free with your membership. LSRS has an extensive library of educational content located on the LSRS YouTube Channel.

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Mentorship Program
The LSRS Mentorship Program is designed to support members in the first 10 years of clinical or research practice by connecting them with experienced LSRS Members who are leaders in the field of lumbar spine care. This structured, year-long program fosters professional growth, leadership development, and meaningful connections within the LSRS community.
Mentees benefit from career advice and support navigating the early stages of their professional journey. Whether you're in academic, clinical, or research practice, the program provides a valuable opportunity to learn from those who have successfully advanced in the field.

Applications open annually—participation is limited to ensure meaningful engagement. Watch your inbox in the new year.

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Each year, the LSRS awards research grants to support innovative projects that advance the field. In the selection process, priority is given to proposals submitted by LSRS members.

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The Journal of Neurosurgery has published the LSRS 18th Annual Meeting Abstracts in their online JNS:Spine journal.

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LSRS Past President, Jason Savage, and President, Michael Steinmetz, featured on the Neurosurgery Podcast!

All roads lead to SPINE! Join us for a deep dive into the evolution of the comprehensive spine program at Cleveland Clinic and how neuro/ortho surgeons work together in the @LSRSspine to advance care for spine patients! A wonderful conversation with old friends, and new.

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LSRS Neurosurgical Focus Issue now published online! Volume 54 (2023): Issue 1 (Jan 2023): Minimally Invasive Surgery of Lumbar Spine:


High Publication Rates of Abstracts Presented at the LSRS Meetings. A Published study… [READ MORE}


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LSRS has a VuMedi Channel:  Webinars as well ICL and Annual Meetings are recorded and published for ongoing viewing via this link. 

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Journal of Neurosurgery has published the LSRS Annual Meeting abstracts in their Focus and Spine Issues

see ‘Archives’ for earlier publications of LSRS Annual Meeting Abstracts

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Join LSRS at the DSPN SPINE SUMMIT 2026 
February 26 - March 1, 2026 
Phoenix, AZ

Special Course 2: Lumbar Spine: Innovations in Motion Preservation, Endoscopy, Complex Case Management, and Next-Generation Technologies

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The LSRS 19th Annual Meeting will be held May 14-15, 2026 
SOFITEL Hotel // Chicago, IL

Visit www.LSRS.org for details.

What to expect from an LSRS Annual Meeting:

1.5 days of live education, scientific sessions, and posters

100+ scientific paper
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News & Updates:

LSRS President, Jason Savage, and President Elect, Michael Steinmetz, featured on the Neurosurgery Podcast!

All roads lead to SPINE! Join us for a deep dive into the evolution of the comprehensive spine program at Cleveland Clinic and how neuro/ortho surgeons work together in the @LSRSspine to advance care for spine patients! A wonderful conversation with old friends, and new. NEUROSURGERY PODCAST >>

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LSRS has invited 33 surgeons in training to our 2nd Annual Hands on Surgical Techniques Course. Thank you to our SPONSORS who make it possible to host this important educational activity. The course will take place a the MAC at the Indiana Spine Group Facility, Zionsville, IN.

Thank you AANS for inviting LSRS to coordinate a special course at the 2025 Spine Summit in Tampa. February 20-23, 2025. Don’t Miss It!


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