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Marlyn Alvarado, FNP-C, is a board-certified family nurse practitioner at Union Spine and Pain Management. The practice has locations in Union, Scotch Plains, South Bound Brook, New Brunswick, Old Bridge, and Woodbridge, New Jersey. Proficient in English and Spanish, Marlyn brings a wealth of experience delivering comprehensive care to diverse populations of all ages.

Marlyn embarked on her nursing journey at New Jersey City University in Jersey City, where she earned her nursing degree. During this time, she served as a surgical nurse at Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, New Jersey, where she cared for patients undergoing chemotherapy, dialysis, and surgery.

Continuing her work at Jersey City Medical Center, Marlyn served in pivotal roles as a transition discharge nurse and maternal child health nurse. Here, she managed patients with high-risk pregnancies, substance use disorder, and teen pregnancy, demonstrating her versatility in addressing complex healthcare needs.

She also served as a case manager at United Healthcare in West New York, New Jersey, and later as a wellness coach/chronic condition manager at Premise Health. These roles further developed her understanding of holistic healthcare management and patient support.

Passionate about advancing her nursing practice, Marlyn pursued her Master of Science in nursing at Spring Arbor University in Spring Arbor, Michigan. This led to her family nurse practitioner certification from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. 

Marlyn holds additional certifications in neonatal resuscitation from the American Academy of Pediatrics and advanced cardiac life support from the American Heart Association.

In her role at Union Spine and Pain Management, Marlyn enjoys collaborating with the team, ensuring that she meets the diverse needs of her patients. 

Philip M. Rojo, MLP-NP, is a highly skilled nurse practitioner passionate about delivering customized care. Through his work at Union Spine and Pain Management, which has offices in Union, Scotch Plains, South Bound Brook, New Brunswick, Old Bridge, and Woodbridge, New Jersey, Philip helps patients feel more comfortable as they progress in treatment. 

A lifelong learner, Philip earned a Bachelor of Science in nursing from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, in New Brunswick. He remains at Rutgers to complete a Master of Science in nursing, focusing on adult and geriatric care. 

Philip is trained in basic life support and advanced cardiac life support. He is also certified as an adult/gerontology acute care nurse practitioner. 

Philip’s professional experience includes working in emergency room settings and managing patient care across various crisis and trauma needs. He also brings experience in managing patient care after surgical interventions, in addition to treating numerous acute and chronic musculoskeletal pain disorders. 

Philip enjoys working one-on-one with those in his care, getting to know them and their unique health needs. He finds his work deeply rewarding, especially when patients overcome significant challenges in pain management. 

Michael Rizkalla, MD, a skilled physician with double-board certification in sports medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation, founded Revive Spine and Pain Center in 2017. At the practice’s offices in Marlton, Hamilton Township, East Brunswick and Northfield, New Jersey, he provides a patient-centered approach to treating acute and chronic pain.

He begins each appointment by listening to patients who all too often say that they’ve been everywhere and no one listens to or helps them. After hearing and understanding each person’s unique story and completing a physical exam, Dr. Rizkalla creates a tailored treatment plan using evidence-based treatments drawn from traditional medicine, interventional medicine, physical therapy, and complementary and restorative practices.

Dr. Rizkalla received his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Miramar, Florida, then finished an internship in internal medicine before completing a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Harvard Medical School, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Dr. Rizkalla has a subspecialty in sports medicine, has fellowship training in interventional pain management, and is certified in contemporary medical acupuncture. In addition to diagnosing and treating pain, his clinical interests include spine and joint care, sports medicine, electrodiagnostic and neuromuscular medicine, and nonsurgical orthopedics.

He has extensive training in performing numerous interventional pain procedures and restorative injections, such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and bone marrow aspirate cells. Dr. Rizkalla is also proficient in using musculoskeletal ultrasound to diagnose and treat injuries.

Dr. Selorm Takyi joined Revive Spine and Pain Center in 2020. He completed his physiatry residency at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute, offered through the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. With a passion for teaching, he served as an academic chief resident and graduated residency in 2019. He then completed his fellowship in regenerative orthopedics and musculoskeletal medicine.

Dr. Takyi practices compassionate medicine and was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society in 2014 while attending Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. Specializing in both ultrasound-guided and fluoroscopic-guided techniques to treat pain and sports medicine injuries, he is excited to share his goal of using non-surgical procedures to help restore function and quality of life to his patients. With his training in physiatry, Dr. Takyi enjoys creating comprehensive treatment plans for his patients. In addition to offering interventional spine injections such as epidurals and nerve blocks, he performs platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and micro-fragmented adipose tissue (MFAT) injections to help treat a variety of neuromusculoskeletal conditions. His clinical interests include regenerative medicine, rotator cuff tears, osteoarthritis, ACL injuries, and meniscus tears.

He has co-authored the physical modalities, therapeutic exercise, extended bedrest, and aging effects chapter in the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Board Review 4th Edition and an upcoming publication, Atlas of Interventional Orthopedics Procedures chapter on autologous tissue harvesting techniques: bone marrow aspirate and adipose tissue. He is a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Interventional Orthobiolgoics Foundation, Spine Intervention Society, and the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine. When not in the office, Dr. Takyi enjoys photography, exercising, and spending time with his family.

Dr. Tae Kim is a dedicated chiropractor with over 13 years of experience, specializing in pain management and physical rehabilitation, and overall wellness care. Raised in Seoul, South Korea, his passion for holistic healthcare and natural healing began at a young age.

​Following his chiropractic education at a chiropractic school in Cleveland, Kansas, Dr. Kim gained extensive experience in musculoskeletal conditions. His practice now focuses on rehabilitation and promoting overall wellness.

​Dr. Kim believes in the body's natural ability to heal itself through proper alignment. He combines traditional chiropractic methods with modern techniques to create personalized treatment plans for a wide range of conditions, from back pain to workplace injuries.

​Dr. Kim's commitment to empowering patients and promoting holistic wellness is a cornerstone of his practice. This has earned him a reputation as a trusted and compassionate practitioner at the Weinerman Pain and Wellness Clinic.

Brent Weinerman, DO, is a board-certified osteopathic physician with nearly 40 years of experience providing compassionate, patient-centered pain management care at Weinerman Pain and Wellness in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Known for his personalized approach and dedication to improving quality of life, Dr. Weinerman has built a trusted reputation for helping patients manage chronic pain, restore mobility, and return to the activities they enjoy most.

Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Weinerman has remained committed to staying at the forefront of pain management by incorporating the latest advancements and treatment techniques into patient care. His extensive experience allows him to diagnose and treat a wide range of musculoskeletal and chronic pain conditions with a thoughtful, individualized approach.

At Weinerman Pain and Wellness, Dr. Weinerman believes that no two patients experience pain the same way. He takes the time to understand each patient’s symptoms, lifestyle, and goals to create customized treatment plans that provide lasting relief and improve overall function. His holistic philosophy emphasizes restoring movement, reducing discomfort, and supporting long-term wellness whenever possible through conservative and noninvasive therapies.

Garen Gajian, MD, is an experienced pain management physician practicing at Pain & Anesthesia Care, located in New Brunswick, New Jersey. 

Dr. Gajian earned his Doctor of Medicine from Kiev Medical School in Ukraine prior to completing his initial training in general surgery at New York Hospital Medical Center of Queens, an affiliate of Cornell Medical School. He also completed a primary residency in anesthesiology at St. Vincent Medical Center in New York City before completing a pain management fellowship at the University Hospital of Cleveland, an affiliate of Case Western Reserve University. While at the University Hospital of Cleveland, Dr. Gajian trained under Dr. Mark Bosewell, one of the leading experts in the field of pain management. 

At Pain & Anesthesia Care, Dr. Gajian provides an array of treatments for chronic pain, including epidural injections, ketamine infusions, PRP therapy, facet joint injections, and rehabilitation services. 

Dr. Gajian is board certified in pain management and anesthesiology. Over the years, he has also received several top physicians honors from various independent research groups. 

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Gajian, call Pain & Anesthesia Care, or request an appointment online today.