SRS Spine Deformity Journal Article Review | Dr. Charles E. Johnston

Send us Fan MailJoin host Christina K. Hardesty, MD, as she sits down with Ashtin Neuschaefer, CAE, Executive Director of the Scoliosis Research Society. Get an insider’s look behind the scenes as Ashtin shares what it takes to help lead SRS, offering a unique perspective on the organization’s mission, day-to-day operations, and the work that happens beyond the spotlight.*The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is aimed at delivering the most current and trusted information to clinicians that care for patients with scoliosis and other spinal conditions. From news in the world of spinal conditions, to discussions with thought leaders in the field, we aim to provide up-to-date, quality information that will impact the daily practice of spinal conditions.

Send us Fan MailJoin our guest host, Ron El-Hawary, MD, MSc, as he speaks with members from the past and current L.E.A.D. cohorts, Christina K. Hardesty, MD (2023-24), Annalise Noelle Larson, MD (2024-25), and Morgan Jones, MBChB, BSc, Hons, MSc (2025-26). L.E.A.D. SRS is a leadership development program aimed at the next generation of leaders within the SRS. This year-long program provides a cohort of individuals the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the SRS and how to be an impactful leader.L.E.A.D. applications open this Friday, May 1, 2026! Learn more on our website HERE.*The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is aimed at delivering the most current and trusted information to clinicians that care for patients with scoliosis and other spinal conditions. From news in the world of spinal conditions, to discussions with thought leaders in the field, we aim to provide up-to-date, quality information that will impact the daily practice of spinal conditions.

Send us Fan MailJoin several moderators from the 2026 IMAST meeting in Toronto, ON, Canada as they share their key takeaways from each session. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights and engage with the discussions!*The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is aimed at delivering the most current and trusted information to clinicians that care for patients with scoliosis and other spinal conditions. From news in the world of spinal conditions, to discussions with thought leaders in the field, we aim to provide up-to-date, quality information that will impact the daily practice of spinal conditions.

Send us Fan MailJoin our host Dr. Stephanie Ihnow, as she meets with Dr. Charles Johnston about his study in Spine Deformity Journal, “Traditional versus magnetic-controlled growth rods for early onset scoliosis treatment: radiographic, pulmonary, and quality-of-life outcomes at graduation". Read the full article HERE.*The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is aimed at delivering the most current and trusted information to clinicians that care for patients with scoliosis and other spinal conditions. From news in the world of spinal conditions, to discussions with thought leaders in the field, we aim to provide up-to-date, quality information that will impact the daily practice of spinal conditions.

Send us Fan MailJoin our host, Dr. Christina Hardesty, as she sits down with Dr. John Street, President of the Canadian Spine Society and planner of Session 5B, The Great Canadian Debates and Controversies. She is then joined by Drs. Luis Tumialan and Daniel Sciubba of the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine & Peripheral Nerves, who planned Session 9B, Integrating New Technologies & Techniques. Tune in to hear about these exciting "Can't Miss" sessions at the upcoming IMAST!Register for IMAST HERE. Online registration closes April 2, 2026.*The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is aimed at delivering the most current and trusted information to clinicians that care for patients with scoliosis and other spinal conditions. From news in the world of spinal conditions, to discussions with thought leaders in the field, we aim to provide up-to-date, quality information that will impact the daily practice of spinal conditions.

Send us Fan MailJoin host Christina K. Hardesty, MD, as she speaks with Andrew G. King, MB, ChB, FRACS, FACS, Karen A. Weissmann, MD, PhD—both members of the SRS Historical Committee—and Serena S. Hu, MD, for a special episode in honor of Women’s History Month!*The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is aimed at delivering the most current and trusted information to clinicians that care for patients with scoliosis and other spinal conditions. From news in the world of spinal conditions, to discussions with thought leaders in the field, we aim to provide up-to-date, quality information that will impact the daily practice of spinal conditions.

Send us Fan MailJoin Dr. Grant Hogue as he talks with Drs. Lawrence G. Lenke and Carl-Eric Aubin about the new three-dimensional classification system for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) that has been introduced, addressing long-recognized limitations of traditional two-dimensional approaches and marking a significant step forward in how spinal deformity is described, studied, and treated. Published last month in Spine Deformity Journal, The SRS–Lenke–Aubin 3D classification of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis expands the widely adopted Lenke classification by formally incorporating transverse plane deformity by capturing vertebral rotation and regional curve orientation that have historically gone unmeasured in routine clinical classification. *The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is aimed at delivering the most current and trusted information to clinicians that care for patients with scoliosis and other spinal conditions. From news in the world of spinal conditions, to discussions with thought leaders in the field, we aim to provide up-to-date, quality information that will impact the daily practice of spinal conditions.

Send us Fan MailCongratulations to the 2025 recipient of the Douglas C. Burton Best Adult Spine Deformity Article Award, published in the Spine Deformity Journal! Join our host, Dr. Christina Hardesty, as she discusses the winning study, titled "Does an Improvement in Cord-level Intraoperative Neuromonitoring Data Lead to a Reduced Risk for Postoperative Neurologic Deficit in Spine Deformity Surgery?," with one of the article authors, Mr. Fthi Hassan. This award will be recognized at the Scoliosis Research Society’s 61st Annual Meeting in Sydney, Australia. Read the full article HERE*The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is aimed at delivering the most current and trusted information to clinicians that care for patients with scoliosis and other spinal conditions. From news in the world of spinal conditions, to discussions with thought leaders in the field, we aim to provide up-to-date, quality information that will impact the daily practice of spinal conditions.

Send us Fan MailJoin our guest host, SRS Executive Director Ashtin Neushaefer, as she sits down with the SRS Asia Pacific Meeting co-chairs: Brian Hsu, MD; Kota Watanabe, MD, PhD; and Dong-Gune Chang, MD, PhD. *The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is aimed at delivering the most current and trusted information to clinicians that care for patients with scoliosis and other spinal conditions. From news in the world of spinal conditions, to discussions with thought leaders in the field, we aim to provide up-to-date, quality information that will impact the daily practice of spinal conditions.

Send us Fan MailJoin Dr. Christina Hardesty for a conversation with the 2024 Edgar Dawson Traveling Fellowship Award recipient, Dr. Robert Cho, and the 2024 Lori A. Karol, MD Women in Spine Award recipient, Dr. Megan Johnson. Tune in as they share highlights and insights from their travels. Learn more about traveling scholarships and awards HERE *The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is aimed at delivering the most current and trusted information to clinicians that care for patients with scoliosis and other spinal conditions. From news in the world of spinal conditions, to discussions with thought leaders in the field, we aim to provide up-to-date, quality information that will impact the daily practice of spinal conditions.