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Anh L. Ngo, MD MBA, is a board-certified anesthesiologist and a Harvard-trained interventional pain medicine physician at Pain Specialty Group in Newmarket and Newington, New Hampshire. Dr. Ngo takes a multidisciplinary approach to pain management, offering the most effective and innovative treatments available, from interventional procedures to holistic approaches, to help his patients find relief from their pain for a better quality of life. 

Dr. Ngo completed his undergraduate degree from the School of Biological Sciences, Doctorate of Medicine from the School of Medicine, and Masters in Business Administration with an emphasis in Information Technology Management from the Paul Merage School of Business at the University of California, Irvine. Dr. Ngo completed his residency in anesthesiology at the University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine in Los Angeles and worked in private practice for a decade prior to pursuing an academic career as faculty at Harvard Medical School.  He completed his fellowship training in Interventional Pain Medicine at Harvard University.

Dedicated to his profession. Dr. Ngo served as a faculty at the University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine and then Harvard Medical School and is currently a member of the Committee on Admissions at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Ngo is a member of many professional organizations, including the American Society of Anesthesiologists, American Society of Regional Anesthesia, American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, American Academy of Pain Medicine, North American Neuromodulation Society, International Neuromodulation Society, American Society of Ketamine Physicians and the American Society of Pain and Neuroscience.  He is trained to perform numerous specialized and advanced-pain management procedures, including spinal cord stimulation, intrathecal pump therapy, kyphoplasty, radiofrequency ablation of tumors in the vertebral spine, and minimally invasive lumbar decompression (MILD) procedure. Dr. Ngo performed the first-ever MILD procedure in New Hampshire Seacoast. Dr. Ngo is published nationally and internationally in academic journals and medical textbooks as well as has lectured at many professional societies and meetings, including the American Academy of Rheumatology, American Telehealth Association, and the American Association of peri-Operative Registered Nurses.

Throughout his training and career, Dr. Ngo has given much of his time back to the communities he serves and has started many nonprofit organizations, including The Orange County Swim for Kids, The Vietnamese Community Camp for Kids, and UCI CampMed.

More information about Dr. Ngo can be found on his Harvard Catalyst profile.

Rodney Rodrigo, MD, is a dual board-certified physician in physical medicine, rehabilitation, and pain management at Anchor Spine & Joint, located in Tampa, Riverview, Odessa, Pinellas Park, and Lutz, Florida.  With specialized training in the diagnosis and treatment of spine, nerve, and musculoskeletal conditions, he helps patients restore function, mobility, and independence when pain interferes with daily life.

As a fellowship-trained physiatrist, Dr. Rodrigo takes a compassionate, patient-first approach. He understands that pain is complex and often requires a customized treatment plan that addresses both symptoms and underlying causes. His comprehensive care strategies may include physical therapy, occupational therapy, interventional pain procedures, medications, and psychological therapies, depending on each patient’s needs.

Dr. Rodrigo’s expertise allows him to treat a wide range of conditions, from chronic back and neck pain to nerve injuries, arthritis, and sports-related musculoskeletal disorders. By focusing on evidence-based therapies and minimally invasive options, he helps patients find relief while reducing reliance on long-term medication.

Dedicated to improving quality of life, Dr. Rodrigo partners closely with his patients to create multidisciplinary care plans that support lasting results. His goal is to not only manage pain but also help patients return to the activities and routines that matter most.

Dr Granger is is an Army veteran who was honorably discharged in 1988. Dr Granger was born in Washington , D.C. and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Howard University in 1992. Dr. Granger is a medical doctor who graduated from Meharry Medical college in 1997. He has practiced Obstetrics and Gynecology and currently provides acupuncture, pain management and addiction treatment (Medically Assisted Therapy) at his office in Marietta Georgia. Dr Granger’s office (Acupuncture and Injury) is the first licensed pain clinic in Georgia to feature acupuncture as a means of treating pain.In 2024 , Dr Granger added Stemwave ( also known as Shockwave) to his practice. Dr Granger is the author of We have Got it All wrong. Our Failed “Sick care system”.

Dr. Jessen Mukalel Is not your typical pain management doctor. He has a unique style crafted based on relationships he has built with his patients and their needs as well as his own challenges as a pain patient himself. Dr. Mukalel has taken the road less traveled to get him to where he is now. He is an advocate for opioid free pain management by utilizing reversible diagnostic injections to identify pain generators and predict the success of therapeutic interventional procedures. Therapeutic procedures consisting of nerve ablation, neuro-stimulation, percutaneous sacroiliac joint fusions, minimally invasive lumbar decompressions, regenerative bone marrow stem cell therapies, and platelet rich plasma therapy. By specializing in a limited range of treatment options, Dr. Mukalel has found that he can offer close to, if not 100% pain relief, without pain medications or steroids. His promise to you is his time, respect, and attention to help you get back to being you.

Unique is a key word defining Dr. Mukalel’s background. He began his training in Hungary, Europe, and finished in the Netherlands Antilles Islands in 2006. He started off with surgical training and converted to specializing in Anesthesia in Chicago, Illinois. From there he completed his acute pain management and regional anesthesia fellowship in Pittsburgh and continued on as a fellowship director in the same field at the University of Texas. He continued his practice as the director of Pain Management and Obstetrical Anesthesia at Bayfront Medical Center in his home town in St Petersburg, Florida. From there, he underwent his second pain management fellowship, in Chronic Interventional Pain in Clearwater Florida, at the Florida Spine Institute. He went on to owning his own practice in Tampa, Florida, and eventually to where he is currently, The Woodlands, Texas. Dr. Mukalel Credits his mentors in guiding his philosophies in care and constant need for learning. His greatest teachers however have been his patients. Listening to their problems and empowering them to overcome their acute or chronic pain issues with his modern and innovative techniques.

Dr. Mukalel has helped thousands of patients over multiple states over more than ten years of practice. He thinks outside of the box and believes that opioids are not the long term solution for patients in pain. He is proud to be one of a handful of doctors in Houston, Texas, offering Dorsal Root Ganglion stimulation of neuropathic pain, He is the only interventional pain doctor in Houston offering the groundbreaking, permanent solution for discogenic lower back pain, The Intracept Procedure by Relievant Medical Systems, the most minimally invasive Sacral Fusion therapy, LinQ Sacral fusion by Pain Teq and the most minimally invasive, fastest healing carpal tunnel surgery, Sonnex Micro-knife.

Dr. Mukalel believes that as patients, you should always have nonsurgical options to treat your pain. Surgery is usually the last resort and should be encouraged for those with loss of function of their joints or spine. If he can’t help you, then surgery is most likely the right solution.

Geoffrey Godfrey is a skilled board-certified Nurse Practitioner who is excited to accept new patients at Medical Arts Associates in Bellevue, WA. He has worked with individuals suffering from Substance Use Disorder, chronic pain, and associated stigmatized care for decades. He works daily to end the stigma attached to mental health and Substance Use Disorders, from modifying stigmatizing language to changing the way providers interact with their patients. Mr. Godfrey’s approach to bridging the gap of Chronic Pain and Substance Use Disorder diagnoses involves using a patient centered/patient controlled plan to incorporate his own creation of a 14 point Pain/SUD protocol that focuses on “Functional Pain Treatment”, rather than “Pain Management”. Mr. Godfrey received his Nurse Practitioner education from University of Phoenix, and is a member of American Society of Addiction Medicine, as well as the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.

Dinash Yanamadula, M.D., F.A.A.P.M.R., F.A.A.P.M.., is board certified in Pain Management and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and he is fellowship trained in Interventional Pain Management and Sports Medicine. At his practice, the Princeton Pain and Spine Institute, located in Lawrenceville and Edgewater, New Jersey, Dr. Yanamadula helps his patients from throughout Mercer County to find relief from the pain associated with accident related injury, shingles, migraines, issues with the spine, neck, back, and other joints.

He completed his internship at Temple University/Frankford Hospital and completed a residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the prestigious University of Chicago/Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital.

He furthered his education to pursue a fellowship in Interventional Pain Management and Sports Medicine at Comprehensive Spine and Sports Medicine of Hawaii, where he served as Chief Fellow.

Dr. Yanamadula’s multidisciplinary approach caters to each individual in the treatment of acute and chronic pain.  He has successfully treated thousands of patients, ridding them of their pain, without having to resort to surgery. Dr. Yanamadula’s special interests are in the area of low back pain, neck pain, nerve pain, and in the diagnosis and treatment of joint pain.

Many different modalities are utilized at Princeton Pain and Spine Institute ranging from medication utilization to optimize pain relief, to implementing a physical therapy program tailored to the individual's condition and if those modalities are not effective than minimally invasive procedures may be used. If these treatments are not effective, Dr. Yanamadula will then make every effort to guide you in the right direction for further care.  

Among the minimally invasive treatments offered in the office or at the surgical center under anesthesia that Dr. Yanamadula specializes in includes:

• Fluoroscopically guided injections along the spine –  helps alleviate low back and neck pain
• Trigger point injections – helps in the management of myofascial pain joint
• Joint and soft tissue injections – used in the upper and lower extremities in treating joint and muscle disorders
• Other diagnostic tools utilized are NCV/EMG studies when warranted

In his previous practice, Dr. Yanamadula developed a ‘Center of Excellence’ – such that his commitment to patient care and excellence in his craft as the reason that he was selected by St. Jude Medical, Neuromodulation Division, to train physicians from around the country in neuromodulation techniques. His practice was one of the three centers in Florida that were honored with this distinction.

Gonzalo Gonzales, Jr., DO is a board-certified and fellowship-trained interventional pain physician and physiatrist at Texas Star Pain & Spine in Carrollton, Texas.

Dr. Gonzales completed his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He went on to complete his residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas, where he also served as chief resident.

Following his residency training, Dr. Gonzales completed an ACGME-accredited pain fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta. He now specializes in pain management for a variety of health conditions, including sciatica, joint pain, back and neck pain, chronic headaches and migraines, as well as herniated discs and fibromyalgia. Dr. Gonzales also offers pain management solutions for challenging conditions like complex regional pain syndrome and failed back surgery syndrome.

To provide relief to his patients with chronic pain, Dr. Gonzales offers a wide range of noninvasive and interventional pain procedures. Among his innovative treatments are a variety of injections and blocks, radiofrequency ablation, and spinal cord stimulator trials and implants.

Dr. Gonzales is originally from Dallas and enjoys serving the North Texas community. He’s currently accepting new patients.  

Dr. Nikhil Iyer is an interventional pain management physician who is committed to a holistic approach to provide the best long term restoration of function for his patients. His primary goal is to develop a comprehensive care plan that allows his patients to get back to enjoying valuable time with their friends and family and pursuing the hobbies they are most passionate about.

Sumeet Arora, MD, who is board-certified in both Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, brings knowledge and refreshing insight to the team at Metro Pain and Vein Centers. He is also a specialist and venous medicine with an extensive history and experience in treating lower extremity spider and varicose veins. He recently became credentialed by the International Society for Stem Cell Application in cellular-based products for regenerative medicine and is a member of the society. He practices from the offices in Clifton, Middletown, Riverdale, Edison, and Jersey City, New Jersey, and Staten Island and Ardsley, New York.

Dr. Arora graduated from Binghamton University in New York. After undergrad, he traveled to Philadelphia to attend Drexel University College of Medicine, where he conducted medical research and earned his Masters of Medical Science. Dr. Arora then returned to New York for medical school at New York College of Osteopathic Medicine.

After medical school, Dr. Arora completed his residency in Anesthesiology and a clinical fellowship in pain medicine through the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Roosevelt and Mount Sinai St. Luke’s, both in New York City. During his education, Dr. Arora received recognition and numerous awards for his excellence in learning and practice.

Dr. Arora brings vast experience and up-to-date knowledge to the team of doctors and professionals at Metro Pain and Vein Centers. He believes in treating his patients with comfort, compassion, and communication. As a partner in his patient’s health, he is committed to understanding the goals of his patients and believes this is the key to the best clinical results.

As a medical doctor and anesthesiologist, Sachin Shah, MD, is a valuable asset to the team at Metro Pain and Vein Centers. He is also a specialist and venous medicine with an extensive history and experience in treating lower extremity spider and varicose veins. He recently became credentialed by the International Society for Stem Cell Application in cellular-based products for regenerative medicine and is a member of the society. He practices from the offices in Clifton, Middletown, Riverdale, Edison, and Jersey City, New Jersey; and Staten Island and Ardsley, New York. 

Dr. Shah earned his medical degree from the State University of New York in Syracuse, New York. Dr. Shah went on to complete his residency in Anesthesiology and fellowship in Pain Medicine at New York University Langone Medical Center in New York City.

Dr. Shah is a double board-certified Diplomate of the American Board of Anesthesiology and is also certified in Pain Medicine. He stays up-to-date on the latest treatments in medicine, anesthesiology, and pain management. Recently, Dr. Shah has been focusing on regenerative medicine as a way to optimize the quality of life for his patients. He believes that platelet-rich plasma therapy and stem cell treatments hold great promise for the future of medicine.

With a goal of improving the lives of his patient’s using evidence-based medicine, Dr. Shah incorporates a multi-modal approach in his treatments for managing acute, chronic pain, and cancer pain as well treatments of varicose veins. He may recommend treatments that include interventional procedures, pharmacotherapy, lifestyle modification, chiropractic care, acupuncture, and physical therapy.

Since beginning practice nearly five years ago, Dr. Shah has been committed to building strong relationships with his patients. He speaks four languages — English, Spanish, Hindi, and Gujarati — which he utilizes to connect with patients of various backgrounds and cultures.

In his free time, Dr. Shah enjoys traveling, watching college basketball, and spending time with his wife and daughters. He currently lives in Northern New Jersey.

As a board-certified anesthesiologist and doctor of osteopathy, Rahul Sood, DO, is an integral part of the team at Metro Pain and Vein Centers. He is also a specialist and venous medicine with an extensive history and experience in treating lower extremity spider and varicose veins. He practices from the offices in Clifton, Middletown, Riverdale, Edison, and Jersey City, New Jersey; and Staten Island and Ardsley, New York.

Dr. Sood received a degree in pharmaceutical medicine from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. He received his certification as a doctor of osteopathy at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.

He returned to Rutgers for his residency in Anesthesiology and fellowship training in Interventional Pain Medicine, gaining valuable experience at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

Dr. Sood is a double board-certified Diplomate of the American Board of Anesthesiology and is also certified in Pain Medicine. He is the Chairman of Anesthesiology at New Bridge Medical Center. His extensive education and nearly 10 years of professional experience in private practice have given Dr. Sood a passion for treating complicated pain issues. His specific interests include pain related to nerve problems, sports injuries, and cancer. His pharmacy background has proven to be an asset while managing intractable pain. Dr. Sood is also skilled in treatment for unsightly and painful varicose veins, including sclerotherapy and vein ablation.

Dr. Sood has been concentrating on finding new ways to improve his patient’s quality of life through regenerative medicine. He feels that platelet-rich plasma therapy and stem cell treatments will be monumental in the future of medicine.

Dr. Sood continues to add to his education, staying up-to-date on the latest techniques and methods for anesthesiology and pain medicine. He writes professionally, gives lectures, and has contributed to presentations at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, New York, on the topic of interventional techniques in pain medicine.

Speaking four different languages — English, Spanish, Punjabi, and Hindi — Dr. Sood believes in open communication and in nurturing honest and forthright relationships. He strives to give compassionate, knowledgeable, and personalized care to all of his patients.

In his free time, Dr. Sood enjoys spending time with his family and participating in a variety of sports activities.