Laser Spine Institute Named to Inc. 5,000

TAMPA, Fla., Sept. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Bill Horne, CEO of Laser Spine Institute, (http://www.laserspineinstitute.com/) the leader in endoscopic spine surgery, has announced that Laser Spine Institute has been recognized by Inc. magazine as one of America's fastest-growing private companies. The Inc. 5,000, previously known as The Inc. 500, is a list of the nation's top 5,000 fastest-growing businesses based on revenue growth in 2009.  With 263 percent growth in the last three years, Laser Spine Institute ranked No. 1,140 overall and No. 82 in the healthcare category.  The minimally invasive spine surgery provider ranked in the top ten percent based on revenue, and sixth among health firms with headquarters in Florida. Among Tampa-based companies, Laser Spine Institute ranked No. 19 among 60 area businesses that made the list.

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"Laser Spine Institute is honored to be named one of the fastest growing private companies," said Horne. "This recognition is a tribute to the hard work of our staff and their dedication to providing an excellent patient experience."

DETAILS:

• Laser Spine Institute's renowned medical team provides treatment at three accredited surgical centers in Tampa, Fla.; Scottsdale, Ariz. and Philadelphia, and consultation at facilities in San Diego, Beverly Hills, Calif., The Villages, Fla., and Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
• Laser Spine Institute has grown from nine employees and three physicians performing 15 surgeries each month at its launch in 2005, to more than 300 employees and 19 physicians performing more than 450 procedures every month today.  
• For a complete listing of the Inc. 5,000, visit http://www.inc.com/inc5000/2010.

ABOUT LASER SPINE INSTITUTE:

Laser Spine Institute offers a safe and effective alternative to open back and neck surgery, by using the latest techniques in minimally invasive procedures, alleviating the painful symptoms of sufferers from around the world. The leader in endoscopic spine surgery, Laser Spine Institute treats a variety of spinal conditions, including spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, pinched nerves, bone spurs, bulging/herniated discs and sciatica. Laser Spine Institute's renowned medical team provides treatment at three accredited surgical centers in Tampa, Fla.; Scottsdale, Ariz. and Philadelphia, and consultation at facilities in San Diego, Beverly Hills, Calif., The Villages, Fla., and Fort Lauderdale, Fla. For more information, visit http://www.laserspineinstitute.com.  

SOURCE Laser Spine Institute