Laser Spine Institute Tampa Receives Coveted AAAHC Accreditation

Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care recognizes LSI commitment
to patients

TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Laser Spine Institute, leaders in
minimally invasive spinal surgery, is pleased to announce the accreditation of
LSI Tampa by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care. AAAHC
accreditation distinguishes LSI's facilities in Tampa, Fla. and Scottsdale,
Ariz. from other outpatient surgical facilities as providing the highest
quality of care for patients and a safe work environment for medical staff and
employees. Also covered under the Laser Spine Institute umbrella, are the
consultation facilities, located in San Diego and The Villages, Fla. and soon
to come in Fort Lauderdale and Beverly Hills.

"We believe our patients deserve the best and we strive to attain the highest
level of care and safety possible," explains Bill Horne, LSI chief executive
officer, "AAAHC accreditation means that LSI has reached for and met a
rigorous set of national health standards ensuring our patients know when they
come to an LSI facility, they will receive the best care possible."

AAAHC accreditation is specifically for organizations that provide diagnostic
or medical care on an outpatient basis. To receive accreditation for both the
Tampa and Scottsdale facilities, LSI underwent an extensive self-assessment of
processes, policies and procedures, and a rigorous on-site two-day survey by
the Accreditation Association team. LSI successfully met or exceeded all
nationally recognized best practice standards established by AAAHC, providing
the highest-level quality of ambulatory care available.

LSI's flagship Tampa facility boasts seven operating rooms, while it's
32,000-square-foot sister facility in Scottsdale has four state-of-the-art
ORs, and patients at both have access to MRI imaging, radiology, physical
therapy and exam rooms all with the most technologically advanced equipment
available. With an incision measuring less than one inch, expert surgeons can
correct a variety of back and neck ailments from degenerative disc disease and
spinal stenosis, to herniated or bulging discs and spinal arthritis. A
streamlined 5-day process allows LSI patients to recover from their minimally
invasive endoscopic procedure while enjoying resort amenities at the
institute.

At LSI, patients receive all of their spinal health care needs in one
location. From pre-operative imaging and diagnostic testing, to endoscopic
laser surgery and post-operative physical therapy, patients receive the
highest quality care combined with the most advanced treatments.

Former patient and mother, Cheryl Harper found relief and a new outlook after
her successful surgery. "The pain took over my life from morning to night. I
have two little boys and I was always tired. After surgery, I feel like I've
added 10 to 20 years onto my life. Now I'm active and spending time with my
family, especially my two little boys."

Potential candidates with back and neck pain can visit
www.laserspineinstitute.com or call toll free
1-877-205-7498 for more information on outpatient, minimally invasive spine
surgery and upcoming seminars in cities across the United States.

About Laser Spine Institute: Laser Spine Institute offers a successful
alternative to traditional open back and neck surgeries. The orthopedic
surgeons at LSI can correct painful ailments with endoscopic outpatient
procedures. Chronic pain that stems from pinched nerves, herniated discs,
bulging discs, degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, foraminal stenosis,
spinal arthritis, bone spurs and failed open back or neck surgery can be
alleviated with Laser Spine Institute's minimally invasive approach.

The Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC/Accreditation
Association), founded in 1979, is the leader in ambulatory health care
accreditation with more than 3,600 organizations accredited nationwide. The
AAAHC accredits a variety of ambulatory health care organizations, including
ambulatory surgery centers, office-based surgery centers, endoscopy centers,
college student health centers, and large medical and dental practices. The
Accreditation Association serves as an advocate for the provision of high
quality health care through the development of nationally recognized standards
and through its survey and accreditation programs. AAAHC accreditation is
recognized as a symbol of quality by third-party payers, medical
organizations, liability insurance companies, state and federal agencies and
the public.

SOURCE Laser Spine Institute

Kerry Anne Watson or Caitlin Levens, clevens@zimmerman.com, both for Laser
Spine Institute, +1-850-668-2222