Part of my reluctance to do the MILD is conversation I have had with a ortho surgeon who stated that he does not support the procedure for me because I have severe stenosis at L2/L3 level, a pain management doc is not a surgeon and there is a major risk of permanent damage to the spinal cord at that level if too much pressure is applied. The ortho recommends laminectomy at 3 levels. I am a little confused so I am status quo.