Host: Robbie Yates
Guest: Melissa Kandel and Dr. Jason Weaver
VIDEO
PRESENTING SPONSORS:
Wisdom Integrators – www.wisdomintegrators.com
EPISODE SPONSOR:
Pure Focus Media – https://www.purefocus.media/
DESCRIPTION
Welcome back to another episode of Southaven Business Beat, proudly sponsored by Wisdom Integrators — your go-to partner for smart tech, web, and IT solutions. In this exciting episode, host Robbie Yates sits down with two outstanding leaders from OrthoSouth: Melissa Kandel, Director of Marketing, and Dr. Jason Weaver, a highly skilled spine neurosurgeon. Together, they unpack the heart behind OrthoSouth’s conservative care model, community engagement, and their patient-first approach to orthopedic and spine wellness.
If you’ve ever struggled with neck or back pain — or know someone who has — this episode is for you. You’ll learn how OrthoSouth provides comprehensive care through personalized treatment plans, collaborative diagnostics, and a network of spine specialists who communicate and consult regularly to ensure the best outcomes.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The Truth About Spine Care: Dr. Weaver breaks down common myths, emphasizing OrthoSouth’s conservative approach — surgery is not the first option, it’s the last resort.
How OrthoSouth Empowers the Community: From webinars to wellness workshops, discover how OrthoSouth takes education directly into businesses, gyms, and community spaces.
Why Timing Matters: Learn when it’s the right time to seek care — and what symptoms shouldn’t be ignored.
Behind the Scenes of OrthoSouth’s Culture: Melissa shares how a collaborative, multi-location approach improves patient experience and ensures every patient is treated as a whole person — not just a symptom.
What Your First Visit Looks Like: Whether you’re walking in or booking online, discover how simple it is to get seen and start your path to healing.
About Our Guests:
Dr. Jason Weaver is a spine neurosurgeon at OrthoSouth who brings a thoughtful, patient-centered perspective to surgical and non-surgical care. His goal? Help patients return to their daily activities without jumping straight to surgery.
Melissa Kandel is the director of marketing who’s often found out in the community — at Chamber events, wellness seminars, or coordinating public education efforts. Her work ensures OrthoSouth’s care doesn’t end at the clinic door.
About OrthoSouth:
OrthoSouth isn’t your average orthopedic provider. With 8 clinic locations, 10 physical therapy centers, and 2 surgical centers across North Mississippi and West Tennessee, they offer expert care wherever you are. The Southaven clinic even offers Saturday hours to fit your schedule. And they accept walk-ins!
From the first phone call to your final follow-up, every step is designed to prioritize your experience, your goals, and your well-being.
CHAPTERS
- Intro + Sponsor Wisdom Integrators (00:00 – 00:56)
- Meet Dr. Weaver & Melissa Kandel from OrthoSouth (00:56 – 01:33)
- Why the Chamber Matters to OrthoSouth (01:33 – 02:55)
- Clinic Location & Scope of Services (02:55 – 03:41)
- What Spine Neurosurgery Really Involves (03:41 – 04:59)
- The Conservative Treatment Approach (04:59 – 06:39)
- OrthoSouth’s Community Outreach Programs (06:39 – 08:11)
- Listening to the Community’s Needs (08:11 – 09:49)
- Real Solutions for Real Barriers (Saturday Hours, Self-Pay Options) (09:49 – 10:37)
- What Sets OrthoSouth Apart: The Patient Experience (10:37 – 12:23)
- Most Common Pain Complaints & Treatments (12:23 – 14:40)
- Diagnosing & Treating Bulging Discs (14:40 – 15:30)
- Spine Institute Collaboration Across Specialties (15:30 – 16:47)
- OrthoSouth’s Regional Presence (16:47 – 17:40)
- Monthly Case Conferences & Multidisciplinary Care (17:40 – 18:37)
- The First Visit Experience: What to Expect (18:37 – 20:23)
- How to Book + Walk-In Options (20:23 – 21:58)
- Final Thoughts + Thank You (21:58 – 22:57)
Southaven’s Spine Solution: Meet the Team at OrthoSouth
Ready to Schedule Your Visit?
Website: orthosouth.org
Phone: (901) 641-3000
Walk-Ins Welcome: All North MS locations accept walk-ins during business hours (preferably by 4:30 PM)
Southaven Clinic Hours: Includes Saturday hours from 8 AM–12 PM
Want to sponsor a future episode? Email us: [email protected]
SPONSOR LIST
https://www.wisdomintegrators.com – Wisdom Integrators
https://thefollowapp.co/ – The Follow App
https://www.purefocus.media/ – Pure Focus Media
https://www.southavenchamber.com/ – Southaven Chamber of Commerce
YOUTUBE URL
Thanks for watching — and stay healthy, Southaven!
