What it does: Since 2005, the Laser Spine Institute has performed minimally invasive endoscopic procedures as an alternative to open-neck and back surgery. The company operates regional spine centers in Houston, Oklahoma City, Philadelphia, Scottsdale, Ariz., and Tampa, Fla.
How it grew to become one of healthcare's hottest: The Laser Spine Institute's endoscopic spine surgeries are an appealing option for a variety of patients, from young athletes to middle-aged workers to seniors, because they typically require a shorter recovery periods than traditional, more invasive neck and back surgeries. The procedures, which don't require a hospital stay, include treatment of common and often debilitating conditions such as herniated discs, pinched nerves and spinal stenosis.
