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Vijay Yanamadala
Neurosurgeon and Director of the Center for Surgical Optimization at Montefiore Health System
Dr. Vijay Yanamadala is the Chief Medical Officer at SWORD Health, a virtual musculoskeletal (MSK) care provider.1 He is a board-certified neurosurgeon with extensive experience in treating complex spinal conditions.13 Dr. Yanamadala completed his residency in neurosurgery at Massachusetts General Hospital and is a graduate of Harvard Medical School.12
As a dual-fellowship trained spinal neurosurgeon, Dr. Yanamadala has published over 65 peer-reviewed articles and received numerous certifications from leading medical institutions.1 He has pioneered spinal surgery procedures, being among the first surgeons in the tristate area and New England to offer awake spinal fusion surgery.1
Before joining SWORD Health, Dr. Yanamadala served as the Systemwide Medical Director of Spine Quality and Surgical Optimization at Hartford Healthcare in Connecticut.13 In his role as Chief Medical Officer at SWORD Health, he leads the Clinical Affairs team, focusing on delivering high-quality digital MSK care and promoting alternatives to risky surgeries or dangerous prescription medications.1
Dr. Yanamadala's expertise and innovative approach to MSK treatment align with SWORD Health's mission to transform musculoskeletal care and reduce dependency on surgery through data-driven and patient-centered treatment plans.14
