The North American Spine Society has named Eeric Truumees, MD, president during its 35th annual meeting, taking place virtually Oct. 6-9.
Dr. Truumees practices with Texas Spine and Scoliosis and is professor of orthopedic and neurological surgery at the University of Texas - Dell Medical School, both in Austin.
He specializes in complex, cervical spine reconstruction and spinal trauma surgery, with research interests including interdisciplinary spine care programs, outcomes analysis and spinal biomechanics.
As president, Dr. Truumees has pledged to expand the society's online educational initiatives, strengthen its ties to other societies and continue to support advocacy efforts.