OrthoSouth’s Dr. John J. Eager Completes First AI-Driven, 3D-Printed Personalized Spine Fusion in the Mid-South Using Carlsmed’s aprevo®
August 28, 2025
MEMPHHIS, TN - OrthoSouth is proud to announce that fellowship-trained spine surgeon Dr. John J. Eager has successfully completed the Mid-South's first spinal fusion using Carlsmed's aprevo® Personalized Spine Implant — an AI-informed, 3D-printed device built to each patient's exact anatomy. The landmark procedure took place at Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis on August 28, 2025.
The aprevo® platform integrates advanced
imaging, AI-driven 3D surgical planning, and precision titanium additive
manufacturing to produce custom implants that restore targeted spinal
alignment, optimize fit, and reduce mechanical complications compared to
traditional "off-the-shelf" devices.
Proven Clinical Impact
Data from over 500 patients across multiple centers shows aprevo®
delivers:
- Targeted
Alignment: 82% of personalized
implants achieved alignment within 5° of surgical goals.
- Enhanced
Graft Contact: 94% average
implant-to-endplate contact at one year.
- Subsidence
Mitigation: 96% of personalized
implants with zero subsidence at one year.
- Lower
Revision Rates: <2% rate of
revision for mechanical complications in adult spinal deformity cases.
"Completing the first aprevo® case in our
region was an exciting milestone," says Dr. Eager. "By correcting spinal
alignment preoperatively and delivering that plan with a patient-specific
implant, we reduce the risk of malalignment and recurrent pain — and give
patients the best possible chance at long-term relief."
Personalized Process in Five Steps
- CT
Imaging to create a detailed 3D
spine model.
- AI-Based
Surgical Planning for alignment
restoration and optimal fit.
- Surgeon
Review & Approval of the
personalized implant design.
- 3D
Printing in Titanium to exact
specifications.
- Hospital
Delivery for use in the planned
fusion procedure.
About OrthoSouth:
At OrthoSouth, our goal is to be the best orthopedic
practice in the United States, measured by the patient experience. Access,
convenience, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere are hallmarks of OrthoSouth's
services, which include general, sports medicine, pain and spine care, and
subspecialty orthopedics; 8 community-based clinics, 10 physical therapy
centers, and 2 outpatient surgery centers; evening hours, early appointment
availability, walk-in availability, urgent orthopedic care, Saturday clinic
hours, and more. Visit https://orthosouth.org to learn more or to book your
appointment online today.
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