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Kevin Elaahi, MD, is a fellowship-trained pain management specialist and an integral team member at Interventional Pain Consultants. Through his work with patients from in and around Parsippany, New Jersey, Dr. Elaahi improves lives.

Education has always been a guiding force in Dr. Elaahi's life. He began his studies at Stony Brook University in New York, earning a Bachelor of Science in engineering. He remained at Stony Brook to complete his medical degree.

A residency in anesthesiology at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, New York City, New York, followed. Dr. Elhaai then refined his skills and knowledge through a fellowship in pain medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City.

Patients enjoy working with Dr. Elaahi and especially appreciate his willingness to truly get to know their specific treatment needs and goals. His attention to detail allows those in his care to feel confident that they are in the best hands.

Dr. Elaahi is dedicated to keeping up to date with the newest and most innovative treatments for the benefit of his patients who may be suffering from pain anywhere from head to toe. He believes in utilizing a multidisciplinary approach to treating pain.

As a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician, Dr. David Berkower helps his patients restore maximum health and quality of life. At Berkower Pain and Spine Rehabilitation, he uses nonsurgical treatments—including physical rehabilitation, injections, and medical management—to help people in Pembroke Pines, Florida who have chronic or acute pain.

Dr. Berkower is board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation with a subspecialty certification in pain medicine. He earned his undergraduate degree at Wayne State University in Detroit and his degree in osteopathic medicine from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences in Kansas City, Missouri. He completed his residency training at Wayne State University, where he served as chief resident. Dr. Berkower completed his pain medicine fellowship at the Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia.

Dr. Berkower has been in private practice since 2004 and is active in teaching. He serves as an assistant professor of rehabilitation medicine at the University of Miami School of Medicine. Dr. Berkower has also published papers on spine-related topics in the American Journal of Pain Medicine and the journal Spine.

Dr. Ara Chitchyan, or Dr. C as everyone calls him, is a board certified PM&R physician. Also known as Physiatrists, PM&R physicians treat musculoskeletal and other ailments. As part of treatment process, Dr. Chitchyan utilizes Regenerative Medicine procedures that provide alternative solutions for common orthopedic problems. Although Physiatrists are known for pain management, however Dr. C does not "manage" pain. He treat conditions causing pain. Pain is your body's 911 call. It is better to answer that call rather than "manage". Dr. Chitchyan founded American Rehabilitation Associates in 2011 in Denver. He served as Medical Director of several Hospitals, including the historic Roosevelt Warm Springs Rehabilitation and Specialty Hospitals. We opened our clinic in January 2023 in Peachtree City and now Newnan Aside from work, Dr. Chitchyan likes working on his car and enjoys spending time with his family.

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. 

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.

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.

Meet Dr. Williams Dr. Christopher J. Williams is the founder and medical director of Interventional Orthopedics of Atlanta, Georgia’s primary premier orthopedics practice and the first Regenexx provider in the state of Georgia. When working with patients, he wholeheartedly believes in a holistic approach to medicine and takes pride in building a partnership with each patient so that they can learn the skills to be able to achieve their functional goals in life.