About Us

Our Philosophy is "Less is so Much More"

Located in Baton Rouge and Kenner, Louisiana, we specialize in advanced, minimally invasive spine care, designed to offer patients faster recovery and longer-lasting relief from pain. Under the leadership of Dr. Marco A. Rodriguez, our practice provides personalized, effective treatments tailored to each patient’s needs, avoiding the limitations of conventional surgeries. Our concierge services support patients traveling from across the country and abroad, ensuring a seamless experience that includes treatment coordination and follow-up care. With a focus on techniques like endoscopic spine surgery, artificial disc replacement, and stem cell therapy, the International Spine Institute is committed to helping patients regain a pain-free, active lifestyle.

Our Mission

To deliver the best orthopedic experience by providing the highest standard of care, comfort, education, and service. Our commitment is to improve a patient’s condition and quality of life by utilizing the most advanced, least invasive treatment options available in the industry.

Our Vision

To raise the bar in orthopedic and orthopedic spine care by placing greater value on patient education, offering the most technologically advanced treatm ent options combined with innovative thinking and clinical expertise, and creating a practice culture built on service excellence.

Meet Dr. Marco Rodriguez

Baton Rouge & New Orleans' Leading Spine Surgeon, Redefining Patient-Centered Care

Raised with strong Christian family values in Lorain, Ohio, Dr. Marco Rodriguez felt called to a career in medicine from an early age. After completing his undergraduate studies at the University of Notre Dame, he earned his medical degree from the renowned Case Western Reserve University in 2003.

Dr. Rodriguez completed a five-year orthopedic residency at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, where he developed a deep appreciation for spinal health. His dedication led him to a fellowship at the Texas Back Institute, a leader in artificial disc replacement and one of the foremost research facilities in spine care. There, he co-authored a pivotal article on cervical artificial disc replacement and refined his expertise alongside top specialists.

At Texas Back Institute, he adopted a comprehensive, multi-specialty approach, working with physical therapists, pain specialists, chiropractors, and spine surgeons to develop a unique methodology. This experience became the foundation for the his spine care today.

Dr. Rodriguez is deeply committed to patient-centered care, often praying with patients as a reflection of his faith and dedication to their well-being. Outside of his practice, he enjoys family life with his wife, Kristina, and their four children.

"My priority is to truly understand my patients’ needs—listening, guiding, and, when welcomed, sharing a moment of prayer to support their healing journey."

Dr. Marco Rodriguez, MD

Founder and President

Credentials & ExpertiseYou Can Trust

Positions
  • International Spine Institute 2015 - Current
  • Louisiana Health Solutions 2014 - present
  • Orthopedic Specialties of Spartanburg 2009 - 2015
Spine Fellowship
  • Texas Back Institute Spine Surgery ( Plano, TX) 2008- 2009
Orthopedic Residency
  • Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center ( New Orleans, LA) 2003-2008
Education
  • Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine (Cleveland, OH) 1999-2003 Doctor of Medicine
  • University of Notre Dame (South Bend, IN) 1995-1999 Bachelor of Arts, Spanish/Pre-professional

Patient Success Stories

Hear from those who’ve reclaimed their lives through Dr. Rodriguez’s innovative, least invasive spine solutions.

Patient Testimonials

Dr. Marco Rodriguez

Dr. Marco Rodriguez is a board-certified and fellowship trained orthopedic spine surgeon who specializes in compassionate care for spine patients utilizing least invasive and minimally invasive spine surgery techniques.

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Our Locations

Kenner LA Office
3705 Florida Ave.
Kenner, LA 70065

Baton Rouge Office
606 Colonial Dr Ste A
Baton Rouge, LA, 70806

Top Spine Treatments

Spinal Injections

Endoscopic Rhizotomy

Artificial Disc Replacement

Contacts

(504) 620-5520