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Dr. Ghermay understands that pain that goes untreated can affect nearly every aspect of a patient’s daily activities, keeping them from the things they enjoy most. Pain can also be a source of stress and affect how people interact with their family and friends. While pain is one of the most common reasons people consult a physician, yet it is often inadequately treated. Chronic or long-term pain can change a life in ways that few understand. First and foremost, he specializes in being a good listener, and takes pride in establishing a one-on-one relationship with each of his patients. He and his team perform a comprehensive evaluation and put together a detailed plan to optimize pain control, enhance physical and psychological well-being, and restore quality of life.

 

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Dr.  Sandhu Feghali is a double board-certified physician specializing in anesthesiology and pain management at Magnolia Pain Associates. She utilizes technological innovations and evidence-based medicine to bring compassionate care to men and women in Dallas, Texas.

After training at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation, she formed a multi-disciplinary approach to relieving pain, exploring innovative solutions for relief that include ultrasound-guided procedures, minimally invasive surgeries, and physical and behavioral therapy. Dr. Sandhu Feghali has a special interest in treating cervical and lumbar pain, sciatica, arthritis, reflex sympathetic dystrophy, spinal stenosis, and pain after surgery.

She focuses on addressing the underlying issues that cause pain, not merely easing symptoms. Getting to the root of the problem means long-term solutions for her patients so that they can thrive instead of merely learning to cope with pain.

She keeps up-to-date on the latest research and techniques related to her specialties which makes her a highly-trusted physician. In fact, when Baylor’s own physicians need pain relief for themselves, she is consistently the doctor they choose.

With a goal of getting each patient back to their normal activities pain-free, she spends time with each person, developing the most appropriate individual health care plan for their needs. She cares for each patient like a family member and is passionate about helping them on their journey towards a pain-free life.

Call or book online to become a patient at Magnolia Pain Associates, and help get your life back.

Georgia Pain Management in Woodstock, Georgia, offers nonsurgical relief from acute and chronic pain to people of all ages. 

James Ellner, MD, is an experienced, board-certified interventional pain management expert who understands that pain is a physical and emotional block to healing, and he makes unwavering patient care the focus of his practice.

Pain often persists despite careful treatment, making chronic pain management difficult for patients and their physicians. Chronic pain also increases the risk of physical disability, drug dependence, and psychosocial dysfunction.

Interventional treatments form the basis of all patient care at Georgia Pain Management. These approaches use minimally invasive methods that interfere with pain signal transmission within the body. 

Interventional pain management lessens the need for surgery and enables patients to return to normal life.

The wide-ranging conditions the team at Georgia Pain Management treats include causes of back and neck pain like herniated discs, sciatica, and spinal stenosis, and nerve-related problems such as diabetic neuropathy. 

Interventions include epidural steroid injections, radiofrequency neurotomy, percutaneous cervical disc nucleoplasty, and spinal cord stimulation, including cutting-edge HF10 spinal cord stimulators. Procedures take place at the state-of-the-art ambulatory surgery center on-site.

Dr. Ellner treats all of his patients with respect and compassion, aiming to see them quickly so they can begin healing. Call Georgia Pain Management today or book an appointment online to benefit from his expertise.

Dr. Ellner is passionate about the time he spends with his three sons. When Dr. Ellner is not participating in his sons' sports and scouting activities, you might find him on the tennis court.  He also likes to travel and ski.  He will always be a die-hard New York Yankees fan.

Christopher Weeden, MD, is one of the distinguished physicians at the Interventional Spine and Pain Institute, which has locations in Vero Beach and Palm Bay, Florida. Board certified in Anesthesiology by the American Board of Anesthesiology, Dr. Weeden completed his residency and pain medicine fellowship at Emory University School of Medicine. His extensive training encompasses a broad range of pain management techniques, which he employs to provide patient-centered care aimed at alleviating pain.

Dr. Weeden, a native of Tallahassee, Florida, earned his undergraduate degree in mathematics and chemistry from Emory University. He then obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Central Florida College of Medicine in Orlando. Following this, Dr. Weeden returned to Atlanta for his residency in anesthesiology and subsequent pain medicine fellowship at Emory University School of Medicine, where he received both academic and practical training in aspects of interventional pain medicine.

His expertise includes a multidisciplinary approach to treating various pain conditions, such as acute and chronic post-surgical pain, neuropathic pain, musculoskeletal pain, and cancer-related pain. With his training placing a special emphasis on cancer-related pain and advanced therapies, Dr. Weeden employs a range of multidisciplinary and targeted interventions to address diverse pain issues effectively.

Dr. Weeden is dedicated to enhancing his patients functionality and quality of life, focusing on activities that bring them joy. His treatment strategies include comprehensive and interventional pain therapies, such as implantable spinal cord and peripheral nerve stimulators, lumbar decompression, ablations, and kyphoplasty.

Outside of his professional pursuits, Dr. Weeden enjoys spending time with his family and dogs, exploring Disney, and playing golf. He is also a passionate sports enthusiast and values attending sporting events.

Dr. Little has brought the Beth Israel Deaconness Havard model of pain management to Southwest Florida, with a full array of cutting-edge interventional pain procedures performed under fluoroscopic guidance. Patient education is important to us, and we have provided the below information to keep you informed. For more information, select any of the following Interventional pain procedures which are performed on-site at our Englewood location.

Dr. Tong is a Harvard trained, double board-certified physician in interventional pain management and anesthesiology. He is a nationally recognized expert in pain medicine, especially in the treatment of neck and lower back pain. He utilizes leading edge techniques including spinal injections, Botox, spinal cord stimulation, peripheral nerve stimulation, and intrathecal therapies to manage pain. He has a passion for humanity and science, and believes that each patient deserves our best.

I have been working at PCI since graduation, starting in Feb. 2021 treating chronic pain through a variety of modalities including joint injections, medications and SCS. I also manage patients with chronic migraines using various medications as well as botox injections. Prior to PA school, I worked in a pain clinic in MN, where I am originally from, which is where I began my education in the practice of pain management!

Vincent Galan, MD, MBA, DABPM, is an esteemed and board-certified anesthesiologist, as well as CEO and medical director of Pain Care, LLC, located in Stockbridge, Lawrenceville, Newnan, GA. With more than 30 years of experience, Dr. Galan holds an impressive five board certifications.

He is board-certified and a diplomate of the American Board of Anesthesia, the American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM), the American Board of Interventional Pain Physicians (ABIPP), the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), and holds the American Board of Anesthesiology’s (ABA) Subspecialty Certification in Pain Management. 

Dr. Galan is also president of the Georgia Society of Interventional Pain Physicians. In addition, he held the distinguished position of director of the Pain Center at Southern Regional Medical Center in Riverdale, Georgia, from 1990 until 2008, when he left to start Pain Care, LLC.

After graduating from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine in San Juan, Puerto Rico, in 1984, Dr. Galan began practicing in the Atlanta, Georgia, area. On the cutting-edge of the pain management industry, he is constantly researching new treatments and devices to care for his patients who are suffering from chronic pain.

Chronic back pain, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), neuropathy, and joint pain are just a few types of pain Dr. Galan treats with evidence-based devices, such as the Nevro® spinal cord stimulation system, the Stimwave neurostimulator, Medtronic pain relief devices, the minimally invasive Vertiflex® procedure, and the Boston Scientific spinal cord stimulator.

In addition to his practice, Dr. Galan has contributed to the examination and test writing processes for three national pain organizations. 

He completed his pain fellowship at Downstate Medical Center – SUNY in Brooklyn, New York, and trained under renowned anesthesiologist Dr. P. P. Raj, professor of anesthesia at the University of Texas, at Hermann Hospital, University of Texas, in Houston, Texas.

Dr. Galan has also served on the members’ committee of the Association of Anesthesia Clinical Directors and has presented at annual meetings for the Congress of the European Association for Palliative Care, the American Pain Society, the American Society of Pain Physicians Annual Meeting, the North American Neuromodulation Society, and more.

 

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Dr. Chris Andriano is a dedicated Interventional Pain Management specialist and Physiatrist at Pain Care, LLC. He employs a comprehensive multimodal approach to pain management, aimed at restoring function and enhancing the well-being of his patients. Located in Stockbridge & Griffin GA. 

Dr. Andriano earned his medical degree at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Florida. He completed his Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) residency at Detroit Medical Center in Michigan, where he served as Chief Resident. He also completed a Neurophysiology Fellowship through the Neurology Department at Detroit Medical Center, gaining expertise in Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and an ACGME accredited Interventional Pain Fellowship at Henry Ford Health in Detroit. Dr. Andriano has presented medical research at regional and national levels, contributing to multiple publications. He remains active in national pain societies, currently serving as Vice Chair of the Social Media Committee in The American Society of Pain and Neuroscience (ASPN).

Dr. Andriano treats various musculoskeletal and neurological pain conditions, recognizing the complexity of pain and tailoring treatments to align with patient goals and abilities. For cases unresponsive to conservative measures, he employs ultrasound and fluoroscopic guided techniques, including injections, radiofrequency ablations, and minimally invasive surgical procedures like spinal cord stimulation, peripheral nerve stimulation, minimally invasive lumbar decompression (mild), intradiscal injections, basivertebral ablation (Intracept), and more.

Joshua M. Gitlin, MD, is a highly qualified and board-certified anesthesiologist and pain management specialist at Neuro Pain Consultants in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. His special interests include spinal cord injuries and compression, herniated discs, concussions, chronic and acute pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and carotid stenosis.

Dr. Gitlin obtained his undergraduate degree from Michigan State University, where he graduated with honors. He also served as a research assistant for the Department of Emergency Medicine at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan, while attending college.

Dr. Gitlin earned his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine. He returned to William Beaumont Hospital as a research assistant for the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. He then completed three residencies, first serving as house officer for the Department of Surgery at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center in Chicago, then for the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at William Beaumont Hospital, and finally for the Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care at the University of Pennsylvania Health System in Philadelphia.  

Dr. Gitlin completed his post-doctoral training as a pain fellow at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. He is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

As a former NFL Super Bowl Champion and First Round Draft Pick, Dr. John S. Michels is an expert in pain. His football career was cut short by an injury that required six knee surgeries. While that injury ended his career as a professional football player, interacting with the top doctors in the NFL brought new insights. Dr. Michels discovered how minimally invasive procedures could bring significant relief and help patients return to optimal health. Dr. Michels is a double board certified Interventional Pain Management Physician and is a world renowned expert in using minimally invasive image guided techniques to treat acute and chronic pain conditions like sciatica, herniated discs, arthritis, spinal stenosis, post-laminectomy syndrome, migraine headaches, peripheral neuropathy, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), and sports injuries.

Dr. Michels is a Diplomate of the American Board of Radiology and the American Board of Pain Medicine. Since relocating his practice from Newport Beach, California to Dallas, Texas in 2016, he has won the Texas Super Doctors Award every year since 2017; has been honored with the Vitals Compassionate Doctor, Patients Choice, and On-Time Doctor Awards; is on the Healthgrades Honor Roll; and has been named one of the Best Doctors in Dallas by D Magazine every year since 2019.

Dr. Michels develops a multidisciplinary approach and utilizes his unique training and skills to accurately diagnose the source of pain. His patients frequently leave online reviews praising his compassionate and high-quality medical care. Dr. Michels helps his patients get back to living their lives to the fullest, often without the need for surgery or the use of dangerous medications. He specializes in such procedures as epidural steroid injections, facet injections, medial branch nerve blocks/rhyzotomies, genicular nerve blocks/rhyzotomies, kyphoplasty, spinal cord stimulation, and dorsal root ganglion (DRG) stimulation

Alexander Dydyk, DO, is a pain management specialist. He serves patients at HealthyU Clinics at our Mesa, Avondale, Glendale, Gilbert, Surprise and Phoenix, Arizona, clinics.  Dr. Dydyk joined HealthyU Clinics in 2022 as their director of pain medicine, weight loss, and wellness. 

Dr. Dydyk completed his bachelor's degree in biology from Arizona State University in Tempe. He then completed his master's degree in biomedical sciences and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona.

After graduating from medical school, he completed residency training at the Abrazo Family Medicine Residency Program in Phoenix, Arizona, where he served as chief resident.

After residency, Dr. Dydyk finished two one-year ACGME-accredited fellowships. He completed the Long Beach Memorial Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship Program in Long Beach, California, followed by the Allegheny Health Network Pain Medicine Fellowship in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In 2023, he obtained his obesity medicine certification from the American Board of Obesity Medicine.

Dr. Dydyk’s free time is primarily spent with his wife, three young children, extended family, and friends. Nothing is better for him than making breakfast with kids on the weekends or going out with his wife. He loves cooking, going to the gym and lifting weights, watching movies, and playing professional basketball.

As a lifelong Phoenix Suns fan, he hopes one day the Suns will hang a championship banner in their rafters.