Dr. Nicole Teresa C. Lukban-Venida is a Filipino orthopaedic spine surgeon specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery, degenerative spinal disorders, spinal deformity, and musculoskeletal trauma. She completed her medical education and orthopaedic training in the Philippines and has become part of the growing group of female spine surgeons actively contributing to modern spine care and surgical education in the country. Dr. Lukban-Venida is affiliated with the Philippine Spine Society (PSS) and the Philippine Orthopaedic Association (POA), where she participates in professional, academic, and research initiatives focused on advancing spine surgery and patient-centered spinal care. Her clinical interests include minimally invasive spinal procedures, management of cervical and lumbar degenerative disease, spinal stabilization, and comprehensive orthopaedic treatment, with emphasis on improving patient recovery and functional outcomes through contemporary surgical techniques.