About
Meet
Dr. Rivka Lomedico.
Board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine conditions with a focus on patient education, minimally invasive surgery, recovery optimization, and bone health.
15+ years · 4,000+ procedures
My Approach to Spine Care
Spine care should be individualized, thoughtful, and focused on
long-term function — not simply imaging findings.
My goal is to help patients understand their condition, explore both surgical and non-surgical options, and make informed decisions about their care. I emphasize patient education, recovery optimization, bone health, and evidence-based treatment strategies designed to support both immediate recovery and long-term mobility.
Surgery is only one part of spine care. Successful outcomes often depend on the full picture — movement, strength, bone quality, lifestyle, recovery planning, and patient goals.
Training
- Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
- NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital / Hospital for Joint Diseases
- Harvard Mass General & Brigham and Women's Spine Fellowship
Areas of Expertise
Research & Academic Work
Dr. Lomedico has contributed to more than 100 scientific publications, presentations, and academic collaborations focused on spine surgery, orthopedic trauma, bone health, and musculoskeletal wellness.
What Makes This Practice Different
What makes this practice different.
A complete view of spine health — from diagnosis through recovery and the years that follow.
Comprehensive Spine Care
Bone Health Integration
Recovery-Focused Approach
Patient Education
Modern Surgical Techniques
What Makes This Practice Different
Outside the Office.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Lomedico enjoys spending time with her family, staying active through yoga and fitness, hiking, running, and exploring wellness and longevity strategies that support healthy movement throughout life.
As a certified yoga instructor, she has a particular interest in mobility, movement mechanics, and evidence-based approaches to musculoskeletal wellness.
Media · Education · Speaking
Teaching beyond the clinic.
How to Optimize Bone Health
Oct 2024
The Hazardous Duo: Can Exercise Fix Osteosarcopenia?
Feb 2026
Cervical Disc Replacement Surgical Journey
Jun 2026
Ortho & Wellness · Ep. 14
Apr 2022
Reducing Bias in Orthopedic Surgery (AAOS)
Mar 2022
Rare Lumbar Disc Herniation (JNS)
2021
Ready to move with less pain?
Schedule a consultation, learn about treatable conditions, or start with bone health — whichever step fits where you are today.