Spine surgeon Dr. Babajide Ogunseinde has launched a global digital training platform and surgical technique aimed at improving treatment for sacroiliac joint dysfunction, a condition affecting millions worldwide. The PML Mastery App, which provides structured training in the Posterior Medial-to-Lateral Sacroiliac Fusion (PML SI Fusion) technique, is now available as a free download on Apple and Android app stores.

Background on the PML SI Fusion Technique

Dr. Ogunseinde is the inventor of the PML SI Fusion technique, a novel approach to treating sacroiliac joint dysfunction. The condition, which causes chronic lower back and pelvic pain, affects an estimated 15-20% of the global population. According to the Journal of Clinical Spine Surgery, the PML SI Fusion method offers improved implant trajectory, anatomical alignment, and procedural efficiency compared to traditional approaches.

The technique was first described in a peer-reviewed article published in August 2025, which included a detailed step-by-step description of the procedure and a narrated surgical demonstration. Additional research on its effectiveness in patients with higher body mass index (BMI) was reported in January 2026 in the Journal of Surgical Case Studies and Clinical Research.

Dr. Ogunseinde’s work has been recognized by the North American Spine Society (NASS) and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). He is a Fellow of the AAOS and a board-certified orthopedic surgeon by the American Board of Physician Specialties. He also serves as an oral examiner for the orthopedic board certification program, helping evaluate physicians seeking specialty certification.

Development and Training in the PML Mastery App

To expand access to training in the PML SI Fusion technique, Dr. Ogunseinde developed the PML Mastery App, a digital educational platform designed to teach physicians the surgical principles and technical steps involved in the PML approach. The app includes educational modules, surgical animation demonstrations, narrated procedural instruction, and structured learning resources.

The platform is tailored for orthopedic spine surgeons, neurosurgeons, interventional pain physicians, and interventional radiologists seeking to learn sacroiliac joint fusion techniques. According to Dr. Ogunseinde, the goal of PML Mastery is to make high-quality surgical training accessible to physicians around the world.

“Innovation in surgery requires both technical development and education,” said Dr. Ogunseinde. “The goal of PML Mastery is to make high-quality surgical training accessible to physicians around the world.”

In addition to the digital platform, Dr. Ogunseinde hosts live surgical training programs in Dallas, Texas. These bi-weekly cadaver-based training laboratories allow physicians to gain hands-on experience with the PML technique and receive direct instruction in surgical workflow, instrumentation, and patient selection.

Impact on Global Spine Surgery and Patient Care

The PML SI Fusion technique and the PML Mastery App are expected to have a significant impact on global spine surgery. With more than 15 years of experience in orthopedic spine surgery, Dr. Ogunseinde has focused his career on improving surgical outcomes while advancing physician education and innovation in spine care.

Dr. Ogunseinde began his academic career at Virginia Commonwealth University, graduating summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree. He then attended Howard University College of Medicine, where he earned his medical degree in 2004 and graduated as valedictorian of his class.

Following medical school, he completed the prestigious Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at Harvard Medical School, followed by advanced subspecialty fellowship training in spinal surgery at Harvard.

From 2010 to 2025, Dr. Ogunseinde practiced in Longview, Texas, where he treated thousands of patients with complex spinal conditions. His clinical work included complex spinal deformity surgery, degenerative spine disease, sacroiliac joint dysfunction, and orthopedic trauma.

In addition to clinical care, Dr. Ogunseinde has worked to improve multidisciplinary collaboration in spine surgery. In 2022, he helped establish the first multidisciplinary spine rounds in East Texas, which brought together surgeons, hospital leadership, and clinical teams to review complex cases and improve coordination of care.

These weekly meetings included participation from hospital administration, including the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Nursing Officer, along with physical therapists, case managers, and nursing teams. The initiative was designed to improve patient outcomes by encouraging collaborative discussion of complex spine cases.

Dr. Ogunseinde also contributed to the development of expanded spine care infrastructure in the region. His work helped support the opening of an eight-bed complex spine surgery unit as well as an eleven-bed inpatient rehabilitation center at Longview Regional Medical Center, expanding specialized spine care services for patients in East Texas.

Future of PML SI Fusion and Dr. Ogunseinde’s Vision

As interest in minimally invasive spine procedures continues to grow, Dr. Ogunseinde believes that digital learning platforms combined with hands-on training will play an increasingly important role in physician education. He is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) to further develop leadership and business expertise in healthcare innovation and medical technology.

Dr. Ogunseinde lives with his family and remains committed to advancing spine surgery through clinical care, physician education, and global surgical collaboration. The PML Mastery App is currently available worldwide as a free download through Apple App Store and Android platforms.

Dr. Ogunseinde’s work highlights a growing trend in medical education: the use of digital tools to democratize access to specialized training. As spine surgery becomes more complex and patient expectations rise, the need for standardized, globally accessible training is more critical than ever.

The PML Mastery App is just one example of how innovation in both medical practice and education can improve patient outcomes. With more than 500,000 spine surgeries performed annually in the United States alone, the demand for advanced training in specialized techniques like PML SI Fusion is expected to rise in the coming years.

As the global healthcare landscape evolves, the integration of digital education tools like the PML Mastery App is likely to become a standard component of medical training programs for spine surgeons and related specialists worldwide.