With over 28 years of experience in Houston, our team of Spine Specialists is Board Certified and Fellowship trained in comprehensive spine care.
Gulf Coast Spine Care was founded in 1994 by Howard B. Cotler, MD, FACS, FAAOS who is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and the American College of Surgeons.
With over 30 years of experience in trauma and spine surgery, Dr.Cotler brings knowledge and experience to patients suffering from chronic and acute pain associated with neck, back and musculoskeletal issues.
In addition, Dr. Cotler is one of the country's leading advocates of low level laser therapy (LLLT), a non- invasive pain treatment modality long used by professional athletes including Olympians and professional soccer players, but just now becoming available to the general public. His new state-of-the-art facility, Laser Health Spa LLC opened in Houston earlier this year.
Dr. Cotler continues to stay abreast of the latest advances in medical care while remaining ever-focused on the personal connections he has with patients and their families.