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Ronak D. Patel, MD, is the founder and medical director of Regenerative Spine and Pain Institute. He is a double board-certified anesthesiologist and pain management specialist serving patients in Plainsboro Township and Freehold, New Jersey. 

Dr. Patel completed his undergraduate training at Drexel University and graduated with honors. He attained his medical degree at Drexel University College of Medicine and completed his anesthesiology residency and interventional spine and pain fellowship at the distinguished Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. 

Dr. Patel specializes in the treatment of back pain, neck pain, joint pain, facial pain as well as cancer-related pain. While training across the country with leaders in pain management, Dr. Patel acquired advanced skills in innovative spinal cord and peripheral nerve interventions/ablation, fracture repair through vertebral augmentation, state-of-the-art regenerative therapy, and both ultrasound-guided and X-ray guided procedures. He is an active member of several pain societies and has presented several times at national anesthesiology and pain medicine conferences. 

Dr. Patel grew up in New Jersey and is excited to return to the area and help serve his community. Having experienced a sports injury to his spine that required extensive rehabilitation and ultimately spinal injections, he understands what it means to be patient in pain. Dr. Patel takes great pride in his gentle bedside manner and believes in spending time with his patients in order to fully understand their pain condition, develop an individualized treatment plan, and help regain functionality. His goal as a pain management doctor is to bring expert, comprehensive, safe, and effective pain care to as many patients as possible.

Ali Shah, MD, is a skilled spine medicine physician practicing at MidJersey Orthopaedics (MJO), which has locations in Flemington, Bridgewater, and Washington, New Jersey.

Dr. Shah earned his Doctor of Medicine at Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He then went on to complete his physical medicine and rehabilitation residency at The Ohio State University Medical Center before completing his interventional spine fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. 

Dr. Shah is board-certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and maintains membership with the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. 

He provides a wide range of treatments, including radiofrequency ablation (RFA) and cervical, lumbar, and thoracic injections, to help his patients lead lives that are less impacted by chronic pain.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Shah, call MidJersey Orthopaedics (MJO) or request an appointment online today. 

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. Larisa Likver is a Board-Certified Physiatrist practicing medicine for over 30 years in New York City and internationally. She brings a unique, holistic perspective on healing injuries for all age groups at her practices in Manhattan and Brooklyn, where she has been treating patients for nearly two decades.

Treatment approach & procedures

• Non-surgical, musculoskeletal focus: Dr. Likver specializes in non-surgical treatment for a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions, drawing on extensive international experience.
  
  
• Whole-person, root-cause care planning: Uses a holistic, results-oriented approach—looking beyond an isolated injury/symptom to identify patient needs and underlying causes—then builds an individualized care plan aimed at durable outcomes.
  
  
• Regenerative and related procedures offered: Provides multiple regenerative/orthobiologic interventions, including Prolotherapy, PRP (platelet-rich plasma) prolotherapy, Orthobiologic therapy, PIT (perineural injection treatment / neural prolotherapy), Neural therapy, and Prolozone therapy, along with other conventional and alternative treatments.
  
  
• Ultrasound-guided precision: A long-time user of musculoskeletal ultrasonography and uses ultrasound guidance for regenerative injections to improve precision, reduce discomfort, and optimize results.
  
  
• PIT / Neural Prolotherapy expertise: Trained in PIT (perineural injection therapy, originally called Neural Prolotherapy) through direct training from the technique’s originator, New Zealand physician Dr. John Lyftgoft.
  
  
• Healing philosophy: Emphasizes supporting the body’s natural healing capacity by combining established techniques with newer medical advances.

Credentials, education & professional activities

• Board-certified Physiatrist with 30+ years in practice (New York City and internationally).
  
  
• Medical degree: Odessa State Medical School (Odessa, Ukraine).
  
  
• U.S. training: Immigrated to the U.S. in 1990, passed the USMLE, completed SUNY Downstate PM&R residency, and later established private practices in Manhattan and Brooklyn.
  
  
• RMSK credential: Credentialed in Registered Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (RMSK); early adopter/pioneer in integrating MSK ultrasound in clinical practice for nearly two decades.
  
  
• Prolotherapy training: Trained through the Hackett-Hemwall Patterson Foundation (HHPF).
  
  
• Volunteerism & teaching: Participates in medical missions (Honduras and Mexico) delivering prolotherapy to underserved populations; has served as an instructor/mentor and presented an HHPF teach-in (2019) on diagnostic ultrasound use in prolotherapy.
  
  
• Ongoing education: Remains active in national and international conferences to stay current on best practices.

Dr. Adetoluwa Ijidakinro, is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist with a focus in post acute care and Cardiac Rehabilitation. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Psychology from the University of Georgia. He graduated from Ross University School of Medicine in 2017. Dr. Ijidakinro, completed his preliminary-internal medicine internship at Mount Sinai Hospital of Chicago. He then began his specialty training at Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital/University of Chicago. During his time at Schwab, he participated in several committees including Quality Improvement, Fall Safety, Operations, Health Information Technology, Sinai Resident Diversity and Inclusion committee. Dr. Ijidakinro served as Chief Resident his senior year and graduated residency 2022.

Apex Medical Center offers a full range of medical services to people with a particular focus on pain management. Three highly-trained and experienced physicians provide care to men and women of all ages at locations in Las Vegas and Henderson, Nevada.

Pain management is at the heart of the practice, and each doctor brings a wealth of experience in helping people learn to manage and control painful conditions. Apex Medical Center uses state-of-the-art technology to provide innovative treatment options, and the team sees patients in a comfortable, welcoming treatment environment.

Apex Medical Center is a comprehensive practice and also offers services beyond pain management. Patients from the greater Las Vegas area turn to the Apex Medical Center team for help with many different medical conditions, including diabetes, allergies, gastrointestinal issues, skin ailments, and more.

A gifted team of nurse practitioners and physician assistants are also integral to the success of Apex Medical Center, and they offer an astounding range of skills and expertise. From our reception staff to our physicians, we have built a practice filled with dedicated professionals who are passionate about improving the lives of those looking for care.

For those who are looking for improved confidence and impressive aesthetic outcomes, Apex Medical Center also offers extensive medical spa services through Apex Medical Spa in Las Vegas. The team there uses innovative techniques and state-of-the-art equipment to create beautiful and lasting results.

Apex Medical Center offers a full range of medical services to people with a particular focus on pain management. Three highly-trained and experienced physicians provide care to men and women of all ages at locations in Las Vegas and Henderson, Nevada.

Pain management is at the heart of the practice, and each doctor brings a wealth of experience in helping people learn to manage and control painful conditions. Apex Medical Center uses state-of-the-art technology to provide innovative treatment options, and the team sees patients in a comfortable, welcoming treatment environment.

Apex Medical Center is a comprehensive practice and also offers services beyond pain management. Patients from the greater Las Vegas area turn to the Apex Medical Center team for help with many different medical conditions, including diabetes, allergies, gastrointestinal issues, skin ailments, and more.

A gifted team of nurse practitioners and physician assistants are also integral to the success of Apex Medical Center, and they offer an astounding range of skills and expertise. From our reception staff to our physicians, we have built a practice filled with dedicated professionals who are passionate about improving the lives of those looking for care.

For those who are looking for improved confidence and impressive aesthetic outcomes, Apex Medical Center also offers extensive medical spa services through Apex Medical Spa in Las Vegas. The team there uses innovative techniques and state-of-the-art equipment to create beautiful and lasting results.

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As the longest-running freestanding pain management practice in the area, the Pain Control Center of Pittsburgh in Monaca, Pennsylvania, has a reputation for effective pain management using a person-centered global approach. Medical director Gerard Myers, DO, MBA, and his diverse team of multidisciplinary specialists offer creative, cutting-edge solutions for abdominal pain, back pain, headaches, joint pain, and other chronic pain. They also offer addiction medicine to help patients transition off harmful medications and into a healthier lifestyle. Dr. Myers earned his medical degree at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He completed an internship at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, and an anesthesia residency at Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Myers also completed a fellowship in interventional pain management practices and earned an MBA from Waynesburg University in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Myers is board-certified in anesthesia, pain medicine, addiction medicine, and interventional pain medicine. He actively pursues new medical education to ensure that patients get the best cutting-edge options for their care. The Pain Control Center of Pittsburgh has administered more joint injections and other interventional pain procedures than any other area practice. In addition to injections like transforaminal, epidural, trigger point, and nerve block injections, the team offers medical marijuana, osteopathic manipulative therapy, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, intrathecal pain pumps, radiofrequency ablation, and a number of other innovative approaches to pain relief. At the Pain Control Center of Pittsburgh, the caring providers teach patients how to control, relieve, and actively manage their pain. Book an appointment by calling the office or scheduling online now.

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Melody Denham, MD, has more than 20 years of experience in health and wellness. She serves as the medical director at Skin Deep MD in Boulder, Colorado. An accomplished medical professional, she specialized in pain management and anesthesiology throughout her career, and now focuses her work on aesthetics.

Dr. Denham achieved her medical degree at the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in 1989. After graduating, she completed two residencies in anesthesiology, at the UCLA Medical Center and the University of California, Davis. She also completed a fellowship at the Mayo Clinic. 

Dr. Denham and her team believe every patient deserves a personalized care plan. From anti-aging to hair removal, Dr. Denham oversees all aesthetic procedures at Skin Deep MD to ensure top-quality care. She prioritizes patient needs and goals, listening to every individual before recommending a treatment plan. 

Dr. Denham is dedicated to delivering the latest in aesthetic technology in a comfortable, modern office setting. Treatment offerings at Skin Deep MD address a wide scope of cosmetic flaws and leave patients feeling more confident and looking their best.

Dr. Marcelo del Rio, PT, DPT has been a physical therapist for 5 years. Marcelo received my Doctorate Degree at Long Island University - Brooklyn. He has been in out-patient PT for 3 years is now doing in-home physical therapy with Reddy Care. His favorite condition to treat would include any neurological condition (Parkinoson's, MS etc.) as he is able to utilize his knowledge to help improve these patients' functional ability.

Dr. Juliet Gaisey is a board-certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation physician specializing in musculoskeletal pain, spine conditions, stroke recovery, and mobility disorders. She provides both in-clinic care in Clinton Township, Michigan and in-home evaluations for patients across Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties. Her practice focuses on evidence-based, non-surgical treatment of pain and functional limitations, including ultrasound-guided procedures, rehabilitation medicine, and chronic condition management. The goal of Michigan Rehab Consultant PC is to help patients improve function, mobility, and quality of life.

Zephaniah Chepkwony holds a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a specialization as a Family Nurse Practitioner from a prestigious university in San Diego, California. Prior to becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner, Zephaniah gained extensive experience across various specialties, including medical-surgical care, cardiac progressive care, and transplant units. Additionally, Zephaniah has advanced expertise in Physiatry with a focus on pain management.

Dr. Kathryn Manning is a board-certified psychiatrist with more than 15 years of experience across the full continuum of mental health care, including inpatient treatment, community mental health, outpatient clinics, partial hospitalization, and residential addiction programs. She earned her medical degree and completed her residency at the University of Minnesota, and brings a deep commitment to patient-centered care. Dr. Manning specializes in: Young adult mental health Depression Anxiety Trauma-informed care, PTSD Psychotic disorders Co-occurring substance use disorders Her approach includes comprehensive psychiatric assessments, medication management, and brief psychotherapeutic interventions for adults ages 18-55. Dr. Manning believes in creating individualized care plans that reflect: Patient involvement and empowerment Interprofessional collaboration Evidence-based practices

Superior T in Frisco, Texas, is a medical facility providing comprehensive men’s sexual health and wellness services. Superior T’s staff offers individualized treatment plans for low testosterone, erectile dysfunction, thyroid problems, and alopecia.

Treatment options include:

1. Patient education
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3. Care coordination with other healthcare providers
4. Noninvasive treatment procedures
5. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT)
6. Erectile dysfunction (ED) medication
7. Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) treatment
8. Hormone replacement therapy
9. Complete male health and wellness services 

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MEET

Dr. Kim

Dr. John Kim is an interventional spine and pain management physician at Glaser Pain Relief Center in Encino, California, where he specializes in the comprehensive evaluation and treatment of spine and musculoskeletal pain disorders. His clinical focus is the diagnosis and management of complex spinal conditions affecting the neck, back, and extremities, with an emphasis on restoring function and improving quality of life through individualized, evidence-based care.

Dr. Kim earned his medical degree from the State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine in New York City. He subsequently completed residency training in Emergency Medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. During this training he gained extensive experience in the evaluation and management of complex neurologic and musculoskeletal conditions, which ultimately led him to pursue subspecialty training in pain medicine.

He completed a Pain Medicine fellowship at Loma Linda University, where he received advanced training in the diagnosis and interventional management of spine-related pain conditions.

Dr. Kim is board-certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and is board-eligible in Pain Medicine through the American Board of Anesthesiology.

His practice focuses on the treatment of spine-mediated pain disorders, including herniated discs, cervical and lumbar radiculopathy (sciatica), spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, facet joint arthritis, vertebral compression fractures, and failed back surgery syndrome. He also treats complex chronic pain conditions such as peripheral neuropathy, migraines, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), and degenerative joint disorders.

Dr. Kim utilizes a comprehensive approach to care that integrates careful diagnostic evaluation, targeted rehabilitation strategies, and when appropriate, advanced image-guided minimally invasive spine procedures designed to precisely address the underlying source of pain. These procedures may include epidural steroid injections, medial branch blocks and radiofrequency ablation for facet-mediated pain, vertebral augmentation procedures such as kyphoplasty for compression fractures, basivertebral nerve ablation for vertebrogenic low back pain, spinal cord stimulation for chronic neuropathic pain, and peripheral nerve stimulation, among other modern interventional treatments.

At Glaser Pain Relief Center, Dr. Kim works within a practice recognized for its expertise in modern interventional spine care and its commitment to thoughtful, patient-centered treatment. Patients from throughout Southern California and beyond seek care at the practice for its reputation in the evaluation and management of complex spinal pain conditions.

Dr. Kim is known for his attentive and collaborative approach with patients. He believes that successful pain management begins with a precise understanding of the underlying diagnosis and works closely with each patient to develop a personalized treatment strategy tailored to their goals and lifestyle.

David Kocenda, FNP-C, MSN, MBA, is an experienced family nurse practitioner at Rubix Health, a telehealth practice based in Tallahassee, Florida, Roswell, Georiga, and Southfield, Michigan. He has over a decade of medical experience as a nurse practitioner.

David received his bachelor’s degree in nursing and his master’s degree as a family nurse practitioner from Walsh University in North Canton, Ohio, where he graduated with honors. He also graduated with honors from the University of Phoenix in Arizona, where he earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA). 

David completed his clinical rotations and specialty training through the Cleveland Clinic system in the Cleveland and Akron, Ohio, areas. This program placed him at some of the country's most highly sought-after clinical rotations for nurse practitioners. He received added training in endocrinology, cardiology, pediatrics, emergency medicine, and other medical specialties.   

David is highly experienced in treating neurological disorders, spine conditions, musculoskeletal complaints, and mental health disorders using the latest advances in technologies and therapies. 

He enjoys spending time with his family and friends when not working with patients. 

David welcomes new and existing patients to Rubix Health and looks forward to helping restore their lives.

Kenneth R. Branton, MD, is the Medical Director of Pain Management Centers of New England at the Beth Israel Lahey Health Care Center in Danvers, Massachusetts. The practice has additional locations in Gloucester and Newburyport.

Dr. Branton is Double Board-certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine. He attended Bowdoin College and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Economics. After working at the Division of Tumor Immunology at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Dr. Branton earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in Rochester, New York, and has over two decades of experience in pain management.

He completed his internship at the University of Chicago Hospital and his Anesthesiology residency at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, and his Pain Management fellowship at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts.  During his fellowship, Dr. Branton developed expertise in treating cancer-related pain at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

Dr. Branton was one of the first physicians in the Chicago area to utilize percutaneous disc decompression utilizing Nucleoplasty radiofrequency technology to treat symptomatic patients with contained herniated disks. Dr. Branton was featured performing this technique on Chicago's NBC affiliate news broadcast.  

Dr. Branton was the first New England physician to perform radiofrequency of the nerves that carry pain signals from the sacroiliac joint utilizing the Simplicity III radiofrequency probe. Other professional accomplishments include past president of Beverly Anesthesia Associates, Inc which provides anesthesia services for Beverly Hospital.  Dr. Branton has practiced comprehensive pain management in the North
Shore of Massachusetts for over 20 years and is the most experienced in performing the Intercept procedure on the North Shore and Merrimack Valley.

During his time in Chicago, Dr. Branton held the position of Director of Pain Management at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center. He taught residents at the Level 1 trauma center and presented multiple lectures on pain management for the Chicago Medical Society (CMS) and the Illinois Society of Anesthesiologists.

Overall, Dr. Branton has more than 25 years of experience implementing the best technologies to help patients with acute and chronic pain improve their function and restore their quality of life.  Outside of medicine, Dr. Branton enjoys spending time with his family, friends, and his French Bulldog, Guapo.

Dr. Branton is a member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA), the Massachusetts Society of Anesthesiology (MSA), the American Society of International Pain Physicians (ASIPP), and the Massachusetts Medical Society (MMS).

With board certifications in pain management and anesthesiology, Dr. Branton offers the highest standard of attentive, compassionate, individualized, and ethical comprehensive pain care in three locations across the Northshore and Merrimack Valley of Massachusetts.