Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
With more than 20 years of experience, Stephen Gibert, MD, delivers effective, compassionate care to the residents of West Ashley, James Island, Summerville, Mt. Pleasant, Isle of Palms and, North Charleston, Kiawah, Hollywood, Ravenel, Goose Creek, Awendaw, McClellanville and many more surrounding communities of Charleston, South Carolina.
Dr. Gibert has been interested in pain management since he began his medical training. As somebody who has suffered from chronic back pain and had surgery for a ruptured disc, Dr. Gibert truly understands what his patients go through on a daily basis.
After a first career as a math professor, he earned his medical doctorate. Dr. Gibert first attended George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada and graduated with honors from Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia, in 1997. Dr. Gibert completed an anesthesiology residency in 2001 and a pain management fellowship in 2002.
Dr. Gibert knows the toll that chronic pain can take on patients, both physically and emotionally. Many people suffering from chronic pain turn to opioids to manage their symptoms, but these medications can be dangerous and addictive.
While opioids may be necessary in treating pain when there are no other options, Dr. Gibert always works to minimize their use as much as possible. Dr. Gibert creates treatment plans for his chronic pain patients that emphasize non-opioid treatment when possible, and may include interventional treatment, like trigger point injections, nerve blocks, joint injections, and nutrition counseling, lifestyle modifications, lidocaine infusions, and ketamine infusion therapy in addition to opioid management.
In recent years Dr. Gibert has also been committed to treating opioid addiction. He believes that our current “opioid crisis” must be addressed, and having had years of experience with management of opioids in pain patients, he believes that it is his duty to apply the knowledge he has gained to help solve that problem in the wider group of non-pain patients who have become addicted to opioids. His focus is on harm reduction, and he believes that mutual respect and compassion are the foundation of the doctor-patient relationship.
Dr. Gibert lives in Charleston, the city he loves and calls home.
Dr. Gibert is a descendant of South Carolina Huguenots, who arrived in Charleston when it was still called Charlestowne. In his free time, he plays the guitar and sometimes the ukulele, and still studies physics and mathematics as an amateur.
Joseph Hadi, MD is a board-certified pain management specialist. He has extensive training in physical medicine and rehabilitation and is fellowship-trained in pain management. His expertise relies on the use of interventional pain procedures including epidural injections, nerve blocks, and radiofrequency ablation to alleviate pain. Dr. Hadi is primarily focused on joint and spine disorders as well as other pain conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, and trigger finger
Dr. Hadi completed his medical degree at Tel Aviv University-Sackler School of Medicine. He subsequently went on to complete his internship in General Surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City and his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Jackson Memorial Hospital-University of Miami in Florida. He currently serves on the Examination Council of the American Board of Pain Medicine.
POST-GRADUATE EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
Headache/Migraine: Diagnosis and Therapeutic Advanced – Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)
Diagnosing and Managing Headaches - Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)
Botulinum Toxin Pharmacology - Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)
Multimodal Pharmacotherapy for Pain Management - Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)
Joint/Extremity/Non-Spinal Injection Course - Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)
Botulinum Toxin Training - Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)
Meet Brian Brown, your compassionate partner in pain management and wellness.
Brian brings expertise to interventional pain management, blending medical and psychological approaches to tailor treatment plans for each patient's needs. Committed to holistic care, he ensures a safe, supportive environment. With experience from Princeton Bone & Joint, Brian is skilled in procedures like epidural steroid injections, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, and regenerative medicine, including stem cell and PRP injections.
Brian's focus on collaboration and accessibility sets him apart. He works closely with primary care providers, specialists, and support groups for comprehensive, coordinated care.
Licensed in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, Brian Brown is your trusted partner on the journey to a pain-free life. Whether seeking relief from injury-related or chronic pain, Brian is here to help you live your best life.
Aashish Jay Kumar, MD, D.ABA, is an interventional pain medicine specialist at Spine & Pain Specialists of the Carolinas in Charlotte, North Carolina. He has extensive experience in interventional pain medicine and perioperative pain management.
Dr. Kumar is a native of Charlotte, NC. He is a board-certified anesthesiologist and has completed fellowships in pediatric anesthesiology and interventional pain medicine. Dr. Kumar is committed to providing compassionate, personalized, and holistic care to all his patients. He strives to create in-depth treatment plans that are aimed at addressing the underlying concern – or the root of the problem, instead of using temporary and ineffective band-aid-like solutions. To ensure his patients have a high-quality experience, Dr. Kumar specializes in offering cutting-edge, innovative treatments, when possible, to all his patients.
Undergraduate: St. Bonaventure University
Medical School: University of Medicine and Health Sciences
Anesthesiology Residency: Wayne State University
Pediatric Anesthesiology Fellowship: Children’s Hospital of Michigan
Interventional Pain Medicine Fellowship: Wayne State University
Upon completing his training, Dr. Kumar served as Clinical Associate Professor at Duke University School of Medicine while operating an interventional pain clinic in Raleigh, NC.
Academic Memberships:
Pain Society of the Carolinas (PSOC)
North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS)
American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA)
American Society of Pain and Neuroscience (ASPN)
American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP)
Innovative and Effective Solutions for Pain
Dr. Kumar does not take the conventional pain management approach and strives to offer his patients the latest techniques. His approach minimizes the need to resort to addictive opioids and other dangerous medications. Specifically, neuromodulation, an expanding area of pain medicine that incorporates an array of non-invasive and minimally invasive therapies, allow patients greater control of their pain without the potential adverse side effects of medications.
Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS)
Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS)
Dr. Kumar believes in continuous education and research. Currently, he is studying advancements in neuromodulation and peripheral nerve stimulation. Dr. Kumar believes these types of treatments are the future of interventional pain medicine. Spine & Pain Specialists of the Carolinas is proud to offer the following in addition to SCS and PNS:
MILD
Regenerative Medicine (Stem Cells/PRP)
Sacroiliac Joint Fusion
Vertiflex
Dr. Kumar also worked as a clinical associate professor at Duke University School of Medicine in Raleigh, North Carolina.
He treats acute and chronic pain using advanced treatment modalities. Dr. Kumar addresses the root cause of pain rather than simply masking symptoms.
He co-investigates in research trials involving percutaneous peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) for back pain. He focuses on non-opioid treatments to avoid dangerous addictions.
Dr. Kumar enjoys bike riding, golfing, listening to music, learning about technology, and being a DJ in his free time. He resides in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, North Carolina, with his family and their dog Duke. He also likes to work on automobiles, participate in American Indian cultural activities, and spend time with his family. He’s a second-degree black belt in Taekwondo.
Dr. Kumar looks forward to caring for his patients and relieving their discomfort. He compassionately welcomes them to Spine & Pain Specialists of the Carolinas.
Doctor of Medicine – Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA Residency – General Surgery followed by Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Episcopal/Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia, PA Fellowship – Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Pain Medicine Practice History
Dr. Zgleszewski has served patients across South Carolina and Georgia in both private practice and medical group settings. He has held leadership roles and founded practices focused on non-surgical orthopedic care and spine pain intervention.
Clinical Expertise
Interventional spine procedures: epidural steroid injections, facet blocks, medial branch ablation, and SI joint injections Regenerative therapies: platelet-rich plasma (PRP), neural prolotherapy, and visco-supplementation Diagnosis and treatment of neck and back pain, herniated discs, arthritis, joint pain, and nerve-related conditions Electrodiagnostic testing (EMG/NCS), bracing, durable medical equipment, and rehabilitation planning Professional Affiliations
American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
American Academy of Orthopedic Medicine
International Spine Intervention Society
International Cellular Medicine Society
American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine
Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Zgleszewski believes effective care starts with active listening and precise diagnosis. He works closely with each patient to explore treatment options that prioritize safety, function, and long-term results. His goal is to help patients return to their daily activities with reduced pain and improved mobility—without unnecessary surgery.
Current Locations
Dr. Zgleszewski sees patients in multiple clinic locations across South Carolina and is currently accepting new patients.
Doctor of Medicine – Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA Residency – General Surgery followed by Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Episcopal/Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia, PA Fellowship – Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Pain Medicine Practice History
Dr. Zgleszewski has served patients across South Carolina and Georgia in both private practice and medical group settings. He has held leadership roles and founded practices focused on non-surgical orthopedic care and spine pain intervention.
Clinical Expertise
Interventional spine procedures: epidural steroid injections, facet blocks, medial branch ablation, and SI joint injections Regenerative therapies: platelet-rich plasma (PRP), neural prolotherapy, and visco-supplementation Diagnosis and treatment of neck and back pain, herniated discs, arthritis, joint pain, and nerve-related conditions Electrodiagnostic testing (EMG/NCS), bracing, durable medical equipment, and rehabilitation planning Professional Affiliations
American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
American Academy of Orthopedic Medicine
International Spine Intervention Society
International Cellular Medicine Society
American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine
Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Zgleszewski believes effective care starts with active listening and precise diagnosis. He works closely with each patient to explore treatment options that prioritize safety, function, and long-term results. His goal is to help patients return to their daily activities with reduced pain and improved mobility—without unnecessary surgery.
Current Locations
Dr. Zgleszewski sees patients in multiple clinic locations across South Carolina and is currently accepting new patients.
Doctor of Medicine – Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA Residency – General Surgery followed by Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Episcopal/Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia, PA Fellowship – Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Pain Medicine Practice History
Dr. Zgleszewski has served patients across South Carolina and Georgia in both private practice and medical group settings. He has held leadership roles and founded practices focused on non-surgical orthopedic care and spine pain intervention.
Clinical Expertise
Interventional spine procedures: epidural steroid injections, facet blocks, medial branch ablation, and SI joint injections Regenerative therapies: platelet-rich plasma (PRP), neural prolotherapy, and visco-supplementation Diagnosis and treatment of neck and back pain, herniated discs, arthritis, joint pain, and nerve-related conditions Electrodiagnostic testing (EMG/NCS), bracing, durable medical equipment, and rehabilitation planning Professional Affiliations
American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
American Academy of Orthopedic Medicine
International Spine Intervention Society
International Cellular Medicine Society
American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine
Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Zgleszewski believes effective care starts with active listening and precise diagnosis. He works closely with each patient to explore treatment options that prioritize safety, function, and long-term results. His goal is to help patients return to their daily activities with reduced pain and improved mobility—without unnecessary surgery.
Current Locations
Dr. Zgleszewski sees patients in multiple clinic locations across South Carolina and is currently accepting new patients.
Doctor of Medicine – Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA Residency – General Surgery followed by Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Episcopal/Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia, PA Fellowship – Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Pain Medicine Practice History
Dr. Zgleszewski has served patients across South Carolina and Georgia in both private practice and medical group settings. He has held leadership roles and founded practices focused on non-surgical orthopedic care and spine pain intervention.
Clinical Expertise
Interventional spine procedures: epidural steroid injections, facet blocks, medial branch ablation, and SI joint injections Regenerative therapies: platelet-rich plasma (PRP), neural prolotherapy, and visco-supplementation Diagnosis and treatment of neck and back pain, herniated discs, arthritis, joint pain, and nerve-related conditions Electrodiagnostic testing (EMG/NCS), bracing, durable medical equipment, and rehabilitation planning Professional Affiliations
American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
American Academy of Orthopedic Medicine
International Spine Intervention Society
International Cellular Medicine Society
American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine
Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Zgleszewski believes effective care starts with active listening and precise diagnosis. He works closely with each patient to explore treatment options that prioritize safety, function, and long-term results. His goal is to help patients return to their daily activities with reduced pain and improved mobility—without unnecessary surgery.
Current Locations
Dr. Zgleszewski sees patients in multiple clinic locations across South Carolina and is currently accepting new patients.
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