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Gary Richman, MD, is a pain medicine physician and board-certified anesthesiologist at Orthopedic Center of Palm Beach County, with locations in Atlantis, Boynton Beach, and Wellington, Florida.

Dr. Richman’s area of expertise is treating pain of the neck, back, joints, and extremities using interventional pain management techniques. After graduating from Hobart and William Smith Colleges in Geneva, New York, and the State University of New York, Buffalo, School of Medicine, Dr. Richman completed residencies in both internal medicine and pediatrics. These residencies were completed at the prestigious SUNY at Buffalo Affiliated Hospitals, as well as anesthesiology at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. In addition, he remained in PHiladelphia to complete a pediatric anesthesia fellowship at St. Christopher’s Children’s Hospital.

A proud Florida resident, Dr. Richman has practiced pain medicine and anesthesiology in South Florida since 1995. Dr. Richman is also an active member and speaker for the Florida Stay at Work Consortium.

Board-certified anesthesiologist Marc Ian Wittenberg, MD, is passionate about pain management. He shares this enthusiasm and expertise with his patients at Neuro Pain Consultants in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, at the hospital with colleagues, in the classroom with medical students, and even at the United States Ryder Cup, where he once served as chief pain physician for the U.S. Cup Team.

Dr. Wittenberg began his medical education as an undergraduate student at Wayne State University, where he graduated cum laude. He earned his medical degree at Wayne State University School of Medicine, and went on to serve a surgical internship at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan. Dr. Wittenberg continued his post-doctoral education at the University of Michigan Hospitals in Ann Arbor, where he completed an anesthesiology residency and pain medicine fellowship.

When he isn’t helping patients at Neuro Pain Consultants, he can be found working on several hospital committees or with colleagues in professional societies. Dr. Wittenberg is a member of the Michigan Society of Anesthesiologists, the International Spinal Injection Society, the International Anesthesiology Research Society, and the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine.

Island Interventional Pain Management

At Island Interventional Pain Management in Commack, New York, patients benefit from having their care delivered by experienced interventional pain management specialist Rajmani Krishnan, MD. Dr. Krishnan gives every patient the individual attention they deserve and devotes as much time as they need to deliver excellent diagnostics and treatment.

Dr. Krishnan earned his medical degree from Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) in Manipal, India, graduating in 1998 with honors. He moved back to New York City for his anesthesiology residency at the Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center in Brooklyn and stayed on as chief resident in anesthesiology.

In 2004, Dr. Krishnan completed his fellowship in pain medicine and regional anesthesia at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics (UIHC) in Iowa City, Iowa.

At Island Interventional Pain Management, Dr. Krishnan treats patients with back and neck problems, including sciatica and spinal stenosis. He also specializes in managing challenging pain conditions like complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). Treatments include innovative biologics such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections.

Dr. Krishnan excels in advanced procedures and more complex invasive therapies, including spinal cord stimulation and dorsal root ganglion (DRG) stimulation, SI joint fusion, kyphoplasty for vertebral compression fractures, intrathecal pain pump implantation, Intracept® radiofrequency ablation, and minimally invasive lumbar decompression (MILD).

In addition to his impressive medical qualifications, Dr. Krishnan also has a Master of Business Administration (Finance) with distinction from Hofstra University on Long Island. He’s a member of the Beta Gamma Sigma business honor society (BGS) and a diplomate of the American Boards of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine.

Dr. Krishnan enjoys traveling and playing chess during his free time and is a dedicated movie buff.

To benefit from Dr. Krishnan’s considerable expertise and experience, call Island Interventional Pain Management today or book an appointment online.

Cy Blanco, MD, is a board-certified anesthesiologist specializing in interventional pain management at Florida Pain Management Institute in Delray Beach and Boynton Beach, Florida. Dr. Blanco earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts, before graduating with a master’s degree in biology from New York University. He went on to complete his medical degree at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx. 

After graduating, Dr. Blanco completed his internship at Beth Israel Medical Center and his residency in anesthesiology at St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital. He then furthered his training with a fellowship in pain management at the Manhattan Center for Pain Management through St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital.

In addition to his medical training, Dr. Blanco has been extensively published in various medical journals and given presentations on subjects in his field. He is fluent in Spanish, has a working knowledge of French, and enjoys treating patients of all backgrounds. Dr. Blanco is a member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists and the New York State Society of Anesthesiologists.

Javid Baksh, DO, is passionate about treating the most complex pain cases using a comprehensive, integrative, and holistic approach. As an interventional pain management specialist at Premier Pain Solutions – which has locations in Asheville, Columbus, Southern Pines, Wilmington, North Carolina, as well as Easley, South Carolina – Dr. Baksh is dedicated to improving the quality of life for patients living with chronic pain. 

Dr. Baksh offers a wide range of conventional and alternative therapies, along with the most innovative, minimally invasive procedures, tailored to each patient’s unique needs.

A native of Monroe, New York, Dr. Baksh earned his undergraduate degree at Bloomfield College, graduating summa cum laude while attending on a baseball scholarship. He then pursued his Doctor of Osteopathy degree at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. In 2008, he completed a traditional rotating internship at Sisters of Charity Hospital in Buffalo, New York, followed by a residency in anesthesiology at SUNY Buffalo and a fellowship in pain management at the University of Cincinnati.

Since 2013, Dr. Baksh has been a key opinion leader for St. Jude Medical and Flowonix Medical, and he is recognized as a distinguished presenter and published author for the North American Neuromodulation Society. He has been practicing in the Asheville and Hendersonville regions since 2012.

Outside of his medical career, Dr. Baksh enjoys cycling, hiking, and giving back to the community by volunteering with organizations such as Meals on Wheels.

Adam E. Shestack, MD, is the medical director at Florida Pain Management Institute in Delray Beach and Boynton Beach, Florida. Dr. Shestack is dual board-certified in anesthesiology and pain medicine with advanced expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of low back and neck pain, musculoskeletal and nerve pain disorders, cancer pain, sports injuries, CRPS/RSD, and chronic pain syndromes. He offers innovative medical solutions and a comprehensive approach to pain management.​ 

Dr. Shestack earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Wisconsin. He went on to complete his pre-medical training in the post-baccalaureate program at Columbia University in New York. Dr. Shestack received his Doctor of Medicine from Ross University School of Medicine, where he graduated with high honors. He completed his internship at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Jacobi Medical Center, followed by a residency in Anesthesiology at New York Presbyterian-Weill Cornell Medical Center. He then completed an interventional pain medicine fellowship at the Tri-Institutional Pain Medicine fellowship program at New York Presbyterian-Weill Cornell Medical Center, Hospital for Special Surgery and Memorial-Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. 

Prior to becoming the medical director at Florida Pain Management Institute, Dr. Shestack was the director of outpatient pain medicine services at the Syosset and Plainview Hospitals and was a pain management specialist at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, New York.​ He developed and implemented ketamine infusion therapy protocols for the outpatient treatment of chronic neuropathic pain syndromes and for inpatient acute postoperative pain management. He also developed the Outpatient Pain Management Mental Health Center in conjunction with psychiatry and addictionology services for the management and treatment of addiction in the setting of chronic pain.​ 

Dr. Shestack has worked with The New York Times for articles on comprehensive pain management and with The Doctors Company for articles on the current opioid crisis. He has also been interviewed for radio broadcasts.​ He is an active member of the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, American Pain Society, American Society of Anesthesiologists, and the Florida Medical Association.

Timothy Matway, MD, is a highly qualified and board-certified anesthesiologist and pain management specialist at Neuro Pain Consultants in Bloomfield Hills, conveniently located in the northern suburbs of Detroit’s metropolitan area, and Clarkston, located in Oakland County in southeast Michigan. His commitment to pain relief extends beyond his work with patients to educating future physicians — he’s a guest lecturer at Wayne State University’s Department of Anesthesiology.

He began his medical career as an undergraduate at Michigan State University in East Lansing, where he graduated with honors while double majoring in kinesiology and physiology. Dr. Matway went on to medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine. He continued onto Wayne State University/Detroit Medical Center to intern in preliminary anesthesia/medicine/surgery, and later completed an anesthesiology residency and pain medicine fellowship there.

When he isn’t practicing medicine, he is active in several professional societies, including the American Society of Anesthesiologists, the Michigan Society of Anesthesiologists, and the American Society of Regional Anesthesiologists.

Gabriel Mattei Gonzalez, MD, is board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Orthopedic Center of Palm Beach County, with locations in Atlantis, Boynton Beach, and Wellington, Florida. 

A diplomate of the American Board of Pain Medicine, Dr. Mattei Gonzalez was born and raised in Puerto Rico. He earned his medical degree from the Universidad Central del Caribe before moving to New Jersey to complete his residency at Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School/Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation. After completing his residency, he spent an additional year in a multidisciplinary fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine at Hudson Medical in New York City.

Dr. Mattei Gonzalez specializes in treating spine conditions, musculoskeletal disorders, and sports-related injuries. He is interested in minimally invasive techniques, musculoskeletal medicine, regenerative medicine, and neuromodulation. He offers the latest innovative treatments to reduce pain and improve function.

Dr. Mattei Gonzalez holds affiliations with AAPMR (American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation), ASIPP (American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians), and SIS (Spine Intervention Society).

Dr. Mattei Gonzalez values working closely with patients in treating various pain types. By providing a comprehensive, personalized, and evidence-based care approach, he seeks to alleviate pain, increase function, and improve quality of life.

Sue Cohn, MD, is a board-certified pain medicine specialist and anesthesiologist at Orthopedic Center of Palm Beach County, with locations in Atlantis, Boynton Beach, and Wellington, Florida.

Born and raised in Colorado, Dr. Cohn moved to New York City to attend New York University. There, she graduated Magna Cum Laude and stayed in New York to continue studying medicine at NYU School of Medicine. For her internship, Dr. Cohn relocated to Los Angeles for her studies at UCLA and later returned to New York for three years of residency in anesthesiology at St. Vincent’s Medical Center and Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Following her residency, she completed a fellowship at the University of Miami/Jackson Hospital, specializing in interventional pain management techniques. Dr. Cohn focuses on multimodal and interventional management of chronic pain conditions.

At the Orthopedic Center of Palm Beach County, Dr. Cohn specializes in back pain, complex regional pain syndrome, trigeminal neuralgia, pelvic pain, and cancer-related pain. 

Board-certified anesthesiologist and pain management specialist Todd E. Lininger, MD, has spent nearly four decades helping patients gain freedom from pain and grooming future doctors to do the same.

Throughout his career, he has shared his knowledge and clinical experience in anesthesiology and pain management with students and colleagues through research, classroom instruction, and presentations. Dr. Lininger now shares that expertise with patients at Neuro Pain Consultants in Bloomfield Hills, conveniently located in the northern suburbs of Detroit’s metropolitan area, and Clarkston, located in Oakland County in southeast Michigan.

Dr. Lininger obtained his undergraduate degree from Michigan State University and his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine. He graduated with honors from both institutions. His post-doctoral training included two residencies — a surgery residency at Wayne State University School of Medicine and an anesthesia residency at Sinai-Grace Hospital in Detroit. He served as chief resident in anesthesiology at Sinai-Grace and also earned the Dripps Award for Outstanding Resident in Anesthesiology.

Dr. Lininger is the director of the Pain Fellowship Program in the Department of Anesthesiology at Wayne State University School of Medicine and also serves his alma mater as assistant clinical professor.

About William R. Gallivan JR., MD 

Dr. Gallivan is a board certified, fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon. Since opening his practice in 1992, he has focused on sports medicine and joint replacement surgery. He developed a keen interest in orthopedics and sports medicine after a season ending football injury in high school. This interest led him to study at some of the most prestigious training programs available in orthopedics.

Born in Arrington, England, Dr. Gallivan is a fourth-generation surgeon. He earned his medical degree at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. In 1987, he completed a General Surgery internship at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. He completed his orthopedic training in Philadelphia as the Chief Resident of the Total Joint Service at the Rothman Institute. Training with Dr. Richard Rothman and Dr. Robert Booth, two renowned orthopedic surgeons and implant developers, sparked Dr. Gallivan’s passion for technology fostering his advanced approach to orthopedic surgery and treatment which continues today. In 1992, Dr. Gallivan completed an Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine fellowship at The Institute for Bone and Joint Disorders in Phoenix, Az.

Dr. Gallivan returned to Santa Barbara in 1992 and started his practice. He was the first surgeon on the West Coast to use Computer Assisted Surgery (CAS) to perform hip resurfacing. He also utilizes robotic navigation for the minimally invasive total hip and knee replacement surgeries he performs. With a comprehensive approach, he has developed a Rapid Recovery program for total joints. This protocol has enabled the vast majority of his patients to leave the hospital on the same day as their surgery.

Dr. Gallivan strictly adheres to the principles of focused patient care, wellbeing, and comfort. From the first to final visit, Dr. Gallivan strives to ensure that the patient’s experience is positive and successful.

Happily married, Dr. Gallivan considers family a high priority. When not working, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Karen, an R.N., and their six children. His many interests include rugby, surfing, stand up paddle boarding, martial arts, horseback riding, guitar and ukulele, and travel.

Education

Undergraduate: Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA

Medical Education: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA

General Surgery Internship: Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Santa Barbara, CA

Orthopedic Surgery Residency: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA

Total Joint Services: Pennsylvania Hospital; Rothman Institute – Chief Resident Philadelphia, PA

Pediatric Orthopedics: Alfred I. duPont Institute, Wilmington, DE

Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy Fellowship: Institute for Bone and Joint Disorder, Phoenix, AZ

Past & Present Professional Affiliations

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (Board of Counselors 2001–2004)

California Orthopaedic Association (Board of Directors 1994–2004)

Arthroscopy Association of North America

American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons

Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society

Santa Barbara Athletic Round Table, Board of Directors

Arthritis Foundation Regional Board of Directors

Santa Barbara Medical Society

California Medical Association

Sport/Team Affiliations

Professional

AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Consultant Since 1992

ASP Pro Surf Tour USA, Brazil, Portugal, France, Tahiti

NBA LA Clippers Training Camp Team Physician

Pro Cycling Tour de California

PRCA Pro Rodeo

PBR Pro Bull Riding

Santa Barbara Triathlon

USA Rugby – Olympic Training Camp

College/High School

UCSB Rugby Team Physician

ASU Assistant Team Physician 1992

Loyola Mary Mount Assistant Trainer 1978

Philadelphia Medical Rugby Football Club 1984-1990 – Team Physician

UCSB International Rugby Tournament 1992-2005 – Medical Director

Ironwood High School 1991 – Team Physician

Radnor High School 1989-1990 – Team Physician

Carpinteria High School – Team Physician

Hospital Affiliations

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

Goleta Valley College Hospital

Santa Yenz Cottage Hospital

James E. Honet, MD, is a highly qualified and board-certified anesthesiologist and pain management specialist at Neuro Pain Consultants in Bloomfield Hills, conveniently located in the northern suburbs of Detroit’s metropolitan area, and Clarkston, located in Oakland County in southeast Michigan. His special interests include spinal fractures, spinal stenosis, acute and chronic pain, complex regional pain syndromes, and joint pain.

He began his medical career as an undergraduate student at Michigan State University, where he graduated with honors. Dr. Honet earned his medical degree at Albany Medical College in New York, where he also performed an internship in internal medicine. He continued his post-doctoral education at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, where he completed a residency in anesthesiology. While finishing up his clinical studies, he also earned the Arthur B. Tarrow Research Award for best resident research.

Dr. Honet’s interests in anesthesiology and pain medicine extend beyond clinical work into research and teaching. He’s written numerous research articles and abstracts of scientific papers on pain management and anesthesiology, in addition to a textbook chapter.

Dr. Honet is a diplomate of the American Board of Anesthesiology with an additional certification in pain management. He’s a member of several professional societies, including the American Society of Anesthesiologists, the American Pain Society, the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, the American Society of Regional Anesthesia, the Michigan Society of Anesthesiologists, and the International Spinal Injection Society.

Meet Dr. DeLaney

Leslie DeLaney, MD, is a board-certified pain management specialist at Balanced Pain Management in Walnut Creek, California. She considers it a unique honor to serve patients in the East Bay region in Northern California. 

Dr. DeLaney became interested in the field of pain management while she was still a medical student at the Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It was during her anesthesiology rotation that she was introduced to this sub-specialty and was impressed by the doctors’ ability to perform nerve blocks to stop pain that patients, until then, had no choice but to “live with it.” Those doctors were able to relieve patients’ suffering quickly and profoundly, and they inspired her to do the same. It was at that point that she decided to do an anesthesiology residency and become a pain management specialist.

Dr. DeLaney received her training in anesthesiology and critical care medicine at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. Johns Hopkins Hospital continues to be the #1 training hospital in the world. In addition to learning in-depth pharmacology, physiology, and intraoperative anesthesiology, she learned about acute and chronic pain and worked with some of the pioneers in pain management while doing electives there.

Dr. DeLaney then chose to receive her formal pain management training in interventional pain medicine at The Cleveland Clinic Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cleveland Clinic is world-renowned and the top hospital in the country for the treatment of chronic pain. During her fellowship, Dr. DeLaney concentrated on learning how to treat patients with intractable pain using injection techniques, medication management, and integrating psychology and physical therapy into a plan that would allow people to have a better quality of life.

Dr. DeLaney took her first position as a fully trained pain management specialist at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia. She achieved the rank of Assistant Professor and maintained a successful pain management practice that involved treating all types of acute and chronic pain syndromes. Dr. DeLaney was also responsible for teaching medical students, residents, and fellows about the disease of chronic pain and how to treat it successfully.

Dr. DeLaney is board certified in both chronic pain management and anesthesiology and has published multiple papers on chronic pain management. She continues to give lectures at local and national medical meetings on pain management.

She is a member of the California Society of Anesthesiologists, the American Pain Association, the American Academy of Pain Management, the American Society of Anesthesiologists, and the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain.

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Gerald F. Gaughan, MD, is a highly experienced physical medicine and rehabilitation physician at Doctors United, with offices in the West Farms and Wakefield neighborhoods in the White Plains, and Ardsley, New York. Dr. Gaughan focuses on enhancing and restoring the functional abilities and quality of life for his patients with physical impairments and disabilities. 

After earning his Doctor of Medicine at the State University of New York (SUNY) Health Science Center (now known as SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University) in Brooklyn, New York, Dr. Gaughan completed a one-year medicine internship at New Rochelle Hospital (now known as Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital) in New Rochelle, New York. 

Dr. Gaughan then went on to complete his anesthesia residency at Montefiore Medical Center, the University Hospital for Albert Einstein College of Medicine, in the Bronx, followed by his physical medicine and rehabilitation residency at New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York.

He is board-certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and is licensed to practice medicine in the state of New York. 

Dr. Gaughan has hospital affiliations with St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx and St. John’s Riverside Hospital in Yonkers. 

Taking a patient-centered approach to care, Dr. Gaughan makes himself available when his patients need him. 

Jeffrey Kandt, MD, is a board-certified physician specializing in pain management. He treats patients at Clarkson Pain and Rehab in Clarkston, Michigan. 

Raised in Clinton Township, Michigan, Dr. Kandt graduated from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. Shortly after graduation, he attended medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit. 

Dr. Kandt completed his residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania before returning to the University of Michigan for his fellowship in interventional pain medicine. He is interested in musculoskeletal and nerve disorders, which he treats utilizing ultrasound and fluoroscopic methods. 

Understanding the fascinating progression of the medical field, Dr. Kandt keeps up to date on the latest in pain management treatment to best serve his patients. 

Outside of the office, Dr. Kandt enjoys spending time with his family, working on his Jeep, backpacking abroad, and being outdoors. To book an appointment with Dr. Kandt, contact the office or request an appointment using the online booking tool today.

William Rowland, MD, is a dedicated primary care and concierge physician practicing at Boca General & Family Medicine in Boca Raton, Florida. He has over 30 years of experience and is committed to providing exceptional, personalized care to his patients.

Born in Miami and raised in Melbourne Beach, Florida, Dr. Rowland earned a degree in Statistics from the University of Florida in 1986. He continued his education at the University of Florida College of Medicine before completing his family medicine residency in Tallahassee, Florida, in 1993. Furthering his expertise, he pursued a fellowship in sports medicine at Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia, which he completed in 1994.

Dr. Rowland began his medical practice in Fort Lauderdale before relocating to Boca Raton in 1998. In 2000, he took over Boca General and Family Medicine, where he continues to provide comprehensive primary care services. In addition to his expertise in sports medicine, he has advanced training in men’s and women’s hormone therapy, anti-aging treatments, and office-based dermatology procedures.

As a former member of the Florida Marlins medical staff, Dr. Rowland was honored with a World Series ring from the team’s 1997 championship victory.

Outside of his medical practice, Dr. Rowland is an avid sports enthusiast who enjoys tennis, pickleball, golf, and skin diving. He resides in Boca Raton with his wife, four children, and three grandchildren—though he eagerly looks forward to welcoming more!

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.

Dr. Kapteyn received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in Lewisburg, WV, followed by a medical internship at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Kapteyn then pursued his residency at Georgetown University and the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Washington D.C. He further honed his expertise through fellowship training in interventional pain at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Dr Kapteyn is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pain medicine, and board eligible Hospice and Palliative care. A multidisciplinary, balanced approach to pain medicine is a hallmark of his care to bring improvement in function.
From 2009 to 2013, Dr. Kapteyn served as the Medical Director of Pain Medicine at Drake Hospital, a University of Cincinnati Hospital, where he served and at times led the medical executive committee and represented Drake on the drug planning and development committee. Kapteyn subsequently entered private practice with Orthopedic Associates Muskegon, where he worked until 2023. During his career, he also worked as a physician consultant with Hydrocision, and as the physician lead in the development of TenJet for minimally invasive tenotomies. Additionally, Dr. Kapteyn worked in hospice and palliative care with Harbor Hospice,and served as an independent director and science consultant on the board of NewAge Beverages from 2017-2020. NASDAQ ticker NBEV.
Dr. Kapteyn has gained recognition for his skills in minimally invasive ultrasound guided procedures, including carpal tunnel release and trigger finger releases, as well as TenJet for elbow tenotomy, hip, shoulder, and achilles tendon. In addition to spinal injections, Dr Kapteyn performs procedures such as basi-vertebral nerve ablation, interspinous vertiflex for spinal stenosis, spinal cord stimulation, peripheral nerve stimulation, kyphoplasty and radiofrequency ablation. He performs neurolytic blocks for sympathetic nerve pain, and he is also experienced with pain pumps, Botox treatments, including for migraine prophylaxis, prolotherapy, orthobiologics, for both chronic tendon and joint pain, and Biote for bio-identical hormone optimization. 

Dr. Kapteyn has numerous contributions to medical research. including NIH research on neurophysiological correlates in chronic stroke patients. He also served as a lead investigator for the PUGET study, which examined the outcomes of tenotomies for medial and lateral epicondylitis. He participated in CITRUS

study with SonexHealth, observing outcomes of ultrasound guided carpal tunnel release. Furthermore, he participated in research on a novel migraine prophylactic treatment for chronic migraine headaches with Healthy Extracts, publishing “A Unique medium chain triglyceride-containing micronutrient complex: Effects on chronic migraine headache”. World Journal of Advanced Research. Dr. Kapteyn’s expertise and compassionate approach to care gained him a reputation of being a “physician’s physician,” as other physicians in the field often consult him for medical advice, guidance and treatment.
Outside the office

A Grand Rapids, MI native, Dr. Kapteyn loves the warm weather and vibrant culture of the nations capital, Washington, DC, and is excited to return. He enjoys ballroom dancing, performing vocally, performing recently with the Williamsburg Symphony, he enjoys both HIIT and tabata exercising, golfing, cooking, gardening and hiking and mountain biking. He has three college-aged daughters and was married to Nancy Kapteyn for 25 years until she passed away from breast cancer. In her memory, Dr. Kapteyn encourages contributions to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.