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Hyun Bae, MD

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> I located Dr Bae's name during a visit with a man in a shop near Las Cruces NM.  His wife had been to see Dr Bae and recommended him.  This man lives in Whitefish Montana and I do not know his name.  Wish I did so I could thank him.
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> We drove to Santa Monica June 3 and met with the staff of The Spine Institute and came away very impressed and are scheduling my surgery for June 18.  Dr. Bae was very helpful and fully described the work needed and the planned schedule and even offered suggestions for a place to stay nearby the hospital and his offices.  I look forward to this operation.
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> We arrived June 17, checked int Ambrose Hotel and the operation went as planned at St Johns. Was in hospital 2 days due to slight complication during procedure.  Stayed in hotel nearby until June 24 when we met with Dr Bae and Dr Cano and were cleared to return home.  Drove back to SF Bay Area.
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> Stopped using Oxycodone after leaving Santa Monica and then Tylenol within a week and then only one Tylenol at bedtime.  Numbness in lower body is nearly gone but comes and goes as expected.
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> Local home nurse and PT were set up through The Spine Institute and they are headquartered here in Orinda. All visiting assistance has been wonderful. 
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> My wife was a wonderful nurse and recovery placed a lot of work on her that I had shared so it must be a team effort when serious operations such as back repair are considered.
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> I had a Foley in use for 3 weeks and a complication occurred in that I went into septic shock and was hospitalized for a few days at John Muir in Walnut Creek.  At first it was thought my back incision was infected so focus for 2 days was on that possibility, but it turned out I had an extreme bladder infection from the Foley. 
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> I setup a local doctor to perform the 6 weeks review in order to save another trip to LA and that was OK with Drs Cano and Bae.  All was well.
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> Walked as much as possible, first on my deck then around a local lake. Now walk a mile easily but slowly and use either my Hurrycane or a walking stick.
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> One issue I had was the inability to release urine.  Several doctors said they thought this was not related to my nerve pinch in my back. I felt it was. Turns out we were both right since after use of Flomax and the operation and after 3 months working with a local urologist I am back to normal.
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> It has been 3-1/2 months now and slowly my legs are regaining sensitivity.  It seems slow but with PT my balance and strength are improving.
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> I feel the effort to work with The Spine Institute in Santa Monica was well worth the extra effort required.

R. P.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 10/4/19

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> Dr. Bae had a consultation with my wife and suggested that she apply for an FDA trial of LimiFlex for her condition of spondylolesthesis. She was accepted and Dr. Bae performed the operation. It was most successful. In 10 days she was driving and 3 months out she is a very happy person. It surely was a better option that the traditional fusion that others had recommended. On one occasion we were stressed because we had to wait to see him. We were completely de-stressed when he came in with his charming self on a day in which he obviously had a lot of activity.
> We have nothing but high regard for this doctor.

J. R.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 6/13/19

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> Before Dr Bae I had seen 4 other back dr's. All told me I had stenosis  in my L3-L5 region. All told me I would need fusion. I went through this over a 6 year period. I refused fusion since It would debilitate me for life. One of the earlier Dr's began to perform newer, minimally invasive procedures when a friend who happens to be a anesthesiologist told me to go see Dr Bae.
> I saw Dr Bae in Nov of 2016.  I was more than impressed when he told me I did not need fusion. A Lumbar Laminectomy was his prognosis.  I saw Dr Bae again in Jan of 2017. Surgery was scheduled for May 2017. Over the 4 month waiting period things changed and the procedure was changed. Still a Laminectomy but now 2 - 6" Carbon Fiber Rods and a titanium spring would also be implanted.
> May 15 2017 I went in at 1:30 pm for Surgery. I was in my hospital room at 6:30pm.  At 6:30am the next morning I was walking up and down the hallways. I was released 2 days later.
> 3 weeks later I was back doing light work.  Recovery was amazing.  I was able to walk 1/4 mile at first, then 1/2 mile and finally a full mile.
> My only mistake was not going to PT when I was told to.  A few issues but 4 weeks later I was a champ again.
> Dec 2017  I did a 2 mile walk/hike through the desert.  I continued to improve. longer walks. less fear about having to park too far away to a store entrance.  Sept  2018 I did a 8.5 mile hike through Malibu creek in 3 hours. I could not remember when I was able to go a distance like that with no pain.
> Dr Bae can be cold. However he was the warmest and patient man when it came to explaining everything  to my wife. Before the surgery he made all the time needed.   Lisa can be short. But they do care. The whole office staff cares.
> Amazing surgeon.

M. Mueller

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: May 2, 2019

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> I had to have back surgery and I was referred to Dr Bae for a disc replacement. This surgery changed my life. I went from pure agony from the bone on bone damage to not feeling pain in my back anymore. I can’t wait to be fully healed and get my life back 100%. I can’t thank Dr. Bae enough for this amazing procedure. - Estella Sumaoang

I. Sumaoang

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Mar 31, 2019

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> I had a fantastic result from C3-4 disc replacement surgery. I feel so fortunate to have found Dr Bae ( was referred by two separate physicians as the surgeon they would go to for cervical surgery). As a busy surgical dentist I was very alarmed to feel slight numbness in my fingers and as a competitive tennis player I lost the ability to run. I returned to dentistry in 2 weeks and jumped into a full schedule with no difficulties.  My tennis game came back after 2 months. Thank you Dr Bae, Lisa and team. Jim Mellert DDS.

J. M.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 1/23/19

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> I had a fantastic result from C3-4 disc replacement surgery. I feel so fortunate to have found Dr Bae ( was referred by two separate physicians as the surgeon they would go to for cervical surgery). As a busy surgical dentist I was very alarmed to feel slight numbness in my fingers and as a competitive tennis player I lost the ability to run. I returned to dentistry in 2 weeks and jumped into a full schedule with no difficulties.  My tennis game came back after 2 months. Thank you Dr Bae, Lisa and team. Jim Mellert DDS.

J. mellert

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Jan 23, 2019

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> Had 1 appointment with Dr Bae. Overbooked and office staff has very POOR manners, specifically Dr Hyun Bae's physician assistant named "Lisa" - inhuman, insensitive, poor manners, disrespectful and disgusting.. Don't waste your time or money. Stay away from the American Spine Surgeons.  All the best spine surgeons are outside of USA.

C. sullivan

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Jul 3, 2018

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> I had been putting off surgery for probably two years longer than I should have. You can't blame me though anytime you're messing with the cervical spine well they can be scary. Finally the pain was too much and after seeing several orthopedic and neurosurgeons I decided to go with the doctor that came most highly recommended by friends who have had extremely successful surgeries with. 
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> It has now been one year since I had a cervical disc replacement by Dr. Bae. I wish I could go back several years and Yell at myself and say don't wait any longer do it! Do it! It is so worth it. Trust Dr Bae with your spine, he is the right doctor. 
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> Just to add a little perspective to my review, I have been critical care nurse for 25 years so I know a lot of people in the health industry and you can bet I explored it all. When it finally came time to make a decision the answer was clear, Dr. Bae.  Like I said it's been a year since surgery and the answer is still crystal clear, Dr. Bae.
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> Thank you so much to you and all of your team. It feels wonderful not to live with so much pain.

R. M.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 6/5/18

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> Dr Bae performed disc replacement surgery on me in Jan of 2018, very very pleased with the result. Since surgery I have had very good range of motion, x-rays look great, and no pain. I can return to all activities provided the rest of my body agrees and I don't try and do too much too fast.  
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> The whole experience has been very positive. Dr Bae has a warm, confident, and intelligent way about him. He is very patient and easy to talk with. He took as much time with me as needed to explain and educate. He does that for everyone so waiting may be in the cards as he is a very sought after surgeon with a strong track record.
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> Thank you, Dr Bae. Very happy.

D. J.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 4/16/18

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> I had to have an emergency disc replacement and fusion C-6/C-7 after a disastrous appointment with a new chiropractor.  Dr. Bae and all of his staff, especially Lisa Cano, are the very best at what they do.  I received excellent care, information, everything from the surgery to scheduling follow up appointments.  Thank goodness my own doctor brought Dr. Bae in to help me - I was flat on my back unable to move and in danger of spinal cord damage.  I will always be grateful to Dr. Bae and his staff.

S. T.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 8/25/17

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> I had a lumbar fusion 6 weeks ago and am doing wonderfully. I am sorry I waited a year to do it while I tried every alternative to stop the pain running down the back of my leg. Dr. Bae is the best. He knows his skill and his confidence helped me feel relaxed and assured it would go well. Also the PA Lisa was terrific. She responded to my emails almost immediately. So wonderful to have surgery with them.

M. W.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 1/12/17

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> I am writing exactly one year after my procedure to give Dr. Bae and his office the highest possible recommendation.  I did not write earlier because the entire procedure of having two levels of cervical spinal discs replaced went so well and so easily that I forced myself to wait to make sure things remained great.  And they have.
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> I was diagnosed in May 2016 with degenerative disc disease with C4/5 and C5/6 bulging directly on my spinal cord, causing numbness and a lack of agility in my hands.  Local doctors in the Bay Area said my only choice was a two-level fusion, two nights in the hospital and formidable recovery.  I did a lot of reading online and decided that everything about artificial disc replacement seemed better, from procedure to recovery.  The only problem was that insurance would not cover it.
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> We bit the bullet and decided to self-fund the surgery.  I have never regretted the cost because the experience was AMAZINGLY UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME.  Same-day surgery; I flew in a few days before for pre-op and stayed 11 days afterwards before flying back.  The surgi-center was awesome, the surgery went quickly and well, and my recovery was negligible.  
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> When Lisa Cano, Dr. Bae's FABULOUS PA, told me that I would not experience much pain I was skeptical, but she was right.  I only took one pain pill throughout, the first night.  I was out to dinner and going to museums later in the week.
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> I cannot recommend Dr. Bae and Lisa and the staff at the surgi-center highly enough.  If you face anything like I faced, with cervical spinal disc issues, you could not do better than to see Dr. Bae.

K. S.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 8/31/16

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> Dr. Bae an amazing doctor!  Last December I injured my spine while in North Carolina.  The doctors there did what I call  temporary fix on my third lumbar which didn't work!  Searching for more answers to my problem, Dr. Bae was referred to me as being one of the best in L.A.
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> My first appointment with Dr. Bae was professional in every detail.  There was a chance that my spine would heal and he wanted to give it two months.  Well, after 4 weeks, I knew something needed to be done.
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> Dr. Bae expedited my appointment and set me up for surgery the following week.  He explained clearly everything that would transpire during the one and one-half hour operation.  Leaving his office I had complete confidence that I had selected the right doctor.
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> The day of surgery, staff and the doctor were so positive that I was very comfortable leaving my back destiny in his hands.  I am happy to say that after surgery the pains have disappeared and I can walk again.
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> I would like to thank Dr. Bae, his excellent assistant Lisa and the entire surgery staff for making my first every hospital stay an easy one.  I would also like to thank Amy and Rob for recommending this fantastic surgeon.

J. N.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 5/12/16

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> Dr. Bae installed a Prodisc artificial cervical disc at my C5-6 two months ago. I had talked to 5 other ortho surgeons prior to this about my neck and arm pain. I am 65 years old, had spondylosis and radiculopathy from degenerated C5-6. Three surgeons recommended fusion (wouldn't do artificial disc) and the other two offered this and artificial disc. I chose Dr. Bae because of his publications in the field, his excellent reviews, and his calm and forthright demeanor during the diagnosis/intake office appointment. I dismissed the negative yelp reviews about bedside manner, concluding these were people who had trouble trusting people, requiring people to spend an exorbitant/unnecessary amount of time with them in order to gain their trust. I didn't want that. I wanted a doctor who is plain and direct, and professional. The surgery went well, no complications. I could have gone home the same day, but chose to stay overnight at Cedars Sinai. I had slight/moderate pain for a few days, and then just some limited movement and discomfort for another few days. I only took one pain pill during this period at home. In 12 days I was back swimming and playing tennis, and within a month I had no pain left at all, and wonderful extra neck movement from the artificial disc. Dr. Bae basically gave me a new life, and I am grateful to him for it. I also loved the compassion Dr. Bae showed prior to my surgery in the surgery prep room at Cedars. He came in and just held my hand for a bit, and exuded an ease, confidence and comfort level you won't see many surgeons exhibit. I know; I've had many surgeries in my life. Dr. Bae's Surgery Fellow, who assisted the procedure, and visited me afterwards, praised Dr. Bae's skills in a reverential way, which is what you would expect with a surgeon of Dr. Bae's caliber.

T. W.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 11/6/15

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> Dr Bae changed my life by giving me back my vitality and eliminating my pain. I am a 47 year old athletic female that suffered 3 herniated discs at the same level (L 4-5). I had two microdisctectomies prior to arriving at THE SPINE INSTITUTE that did not hold, I felt better for a while and then suddenly the disc would re-herniate. Dr Bae worked with me (and my insurance company) to get me the disc replacement that would eventually fix me back up. He is so wonderful, I never doubted his decision or his skill. I had many questions that he answered patiently and thoroughly. His office is wonderful, his PA, Lisa, is fantastic.  Yes, sometimes there is a wait but that is not the norm (in my experience).  I'm very, very pleased to say I'm back to my original activity level and pain free!!!!!

K. M.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 6/22/15

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> Dr. Bae and his team are very professional and highly competent. After searching for a surgeon and really doing my homework, I settled for Bae. I was extremely impressed with his credentials( you can google them) and I made an appointment to see him. 
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> After my initial visit, I instantly felt comfortable. I didn't feel pressured, I just felt I found the right guy. I called his office back a week later and scheduled my L5 s1 fusion/ decompression surgery that I sort of already intuitively knew I needed. I then just went along with my intuition that "this was my guy."
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> As I sit here writing this two weeks to the day post operation, I can only give my utmost gratitude to Bae and his team. 
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> Thanks so much, and keep up the wonderful work! I am feeling better each day.

J. L.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 3/17/15

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> Ok so if you have done your homework, you will learn very quickly that this guy is as good as it gets.  I saw "all" of the best guys in town (@500 per appointment) and let me tell you flat out if you want to have or are considering a cervical disc replacement,  this is the guy to see.  Period.  4 days post op and although my throat is a bit sore it is amazing how little impact my surgery was.   He has done more artificial disc replacements, than anyone.  Unless you want to simply fuse your neck, there is not a better solution in the LA area period.  I will write more later.  Do your homework,  watch the videos online.   This guy knows his craft.

C. C.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 3/6/15

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> I had surgery on my back in March 2014 and I had a number of issues finding a doctor which you can read about (if you want... http://www.huffingtonpost.com/noam-friedlander/affordable-care-act-costs_b_5149120.html). 
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> I have to say, that of all the doctors I visited, Dr Bae's office was the most helpful - even before I actually made an appointment to see them. In total, I ended up meeting with around six surgeons, I did A LOT of research, and settled on Dr Bae and his team. He had operated on TWO of my friends, all successfully, and is an expert in his field.
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> The surgery - a massively herniated disc L4/L5 - WAS a success. I received plenty of help prior to the surgery and my emails and questions were all answered in a timely manner PLUS I had a number of follow up appointments to check my progress. 
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> I tried everything I could to avoid having surgery, and, as was suggested, I did physical therapy before the operation to see if that could alleviate the pain as well as two epidurals. I found that the office NEVER tried to push me to have an unnecessary surgery, they were incredibly kind and patient, and, it was swiftly apparent to all after my MRI that surgery was now my only option. 
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> There aren't many people I would trust to stick a knife in my back, but I truly trusted Dr. Bae, and was rewarded with my mobility back. 
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> Everyone's post surgical results are different - physical therapy, diet and looking after myself are all my responsibility BUT I feel I gave myself the best shot by selecting Dr. Bae to be my surgeon. Highly recommended.

N. F.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 8/20/14

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> I finally made an appointment with Dr. Bae and that decision and the surgery that followed has changed my life.  I feel incredible, pain- free, and filled with gratitude to him.  I am a new person, with hope again for all that life has to offer.  That sounds dramatic, I know, but when you've been in pain for so long, it's true.  Dr. Bae thoughtfully considered my medical background and integrated it with my lifestyle to come up with a personalized solution for me.  He is intelligent and caring, you couldn't find a better doctor and surgeon.  He deserves the highest praise!

C. B.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 7/14/14

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> I would highly highly recommend Dr. Bae to anyone suffering with back pain! Through the years I have gone to several orthopedist and neurologist. I was actually scheduled to have a fusion in my lower back. I heard about Dr. Bae and got an appointment to see him. On my first visit I could see that he was so knowledgeable,kind and caring. He recommended that I sign up for a clinical trial. I was approved and got an injection about a month later. After about two and a half weeks I felt a significant improvement. I did not have the lingering ache, that I have had for years. It's a miracle!!!

G. S.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 7/9/13

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> I just came back from my 8:am appointment at cidar sinai spine center. Dr Bae, actually took the time to explain pros and cons of all possible procedures for my back pain, very knowledgeable and I have done my research. His clinic is participating in a clinical study that might give a solution to my problem (lower back pain without radiation to the legs).  Very sincere guy, was truly helpful, and hopefully this will lead to a solution long sought.
> I just started to read about it...intresting stuff..relievan sense relief.
> I'll keep you posted

D. Z.

Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 2/7/13

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Attributed clinician: Hyun Bae, MD

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> Dr. Bae as a surgeon was great and we couldn't expect more from him, he was absolutely WONDERFUL! However stay away from his useless office staff. Both people at the front desk have 0 manners and are lacking in education (especially Hugo). They have no idea what "customer service" means and are absolutely obsolete and very rude. Every time we come here the wait is over one hour sometimes even two.  The billing department is also terrible. For example, Hugo (the receptionist) says there is no charge and a month later we receive a bill in the mail and when confronted they claim it's an error. I think it's a scam to see who actually falls into the game and ends up paying more and more bills (dr. Bae probably isn't even aware of it). 
> The only one in his office that was absolutely brilliant and always keen on helping is Lisa Cano, she and Dr. Bae are probably the only reason as to why we agreed on still coming.

R. B.

Rating: 4/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 12/18/15

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> Dr. Bae has been great. I had a lower back injury and participated in a clinical trial. Dr. Bae was my physician for all follow-up appointments for a period of 1 year following my procedure. I found him to be kind, direct, thorough and attentive. If you're looking for a caring, qualified physician in this field, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Hyun Bae, MD.

T. S.

Rating: 4/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 5/20/13

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