Back and neck pain are among the most common conditions affecting adults. It’s estimated that most people will experience back pain at some point in their lives, and many workplace injuries are related to strain in the neck or spine.
Southern Bone & Joint provides comprehensive spine care for patients across Hattiesburg and the surrounding region.
About the Spine Center
The Spine Center at Southern Bone & Joint is a multidisciplinary program focused on evaluating and managing spine and neck conditions. Patients are referred from across Mississippi and the surrounding region for coordinated spine care.
Specialized Team
- Fellowship-trained spine surgeons
- Orthopedic spine specialists
- Neurospine surgeon collaboration
- Providers focused on both surgical and non-surgical care
Our Spine Center Physicians
- James Antinnes, MD • Board-certified, Fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Spinal Surgeon
- Hallie Bell, MD • Neurologist
- David Lee, MD • Board-certified, Fellowship-trained Neurosurgical Spine Surgeon
- Michael Patterson, MD • Board-certified, Fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Spinal Surgeon
Services & Approach
Spine & Neck Services Include:
- Non-Surgical Spine Care
- Emphasis on conservative care options when appropriate
- Spinal Injections
- Performed by trained specialists
- Imaging & Diagnostics
- On-site X-ray and MRI services
- Spine Therapy
- Guided rehabilitation and strengthening programs
Surgical Options (When Appropriate)
When surgery is recommended, the spine team offers advanced techniques, including:
- Minimally invasive spine procedures
- Scoliosis and spinal deformity correction
- Artificial disc procedures for select conditions
Care Approach
The Spine Center focuses on:
- Education and understanding of spine conditions
- Coordinated care across specialties
- A structured approach from evaluation through recovery
Spine and neck conditions can affect mobility, comfort, and daily activities. Southern Bone & Joint provides spine care services in Hattiesburg, MS, serving patients throughout the Pine Belt and surrounding areas.