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Dr. Jones was born and raised in Detroit, MI. He attended Tennessee State and Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN for advanced education. He then returned home to Detroit to complete a Physical Medicine and Rehab residency at William Beaumont hospital and an Interventional Pain Management fellowship.
Dr. Jones is a member of the Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehab and of the Florida Medical Association. Dr. Jones is affiliated with Brandon Regional Hospital, Kindred Hospital Central Tampa, St Josephs Hospital and Tampa Community Hospital. He has worked in various cities such as Miami, Valdosta, Grand Rapids, and Panama City. Outside of work, Dr. Jones enjoys tennis, running, cigars, and spending time with his two dogs.
Dr. Jones was born and raised in Detroit, MI. He attended Tennessee State and Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN for advanced education. He then returned home to Detroit to complete a Physical Medicine and Rehab residency at William Beaumont hospital and an Interventional Pain Management fellowship.
Dr. Jones is a member of the Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehab and of the Florida Medical Association. Dr. Jones is affiliated with Brandon Regional Hospital, Kindred Hospital Central Tampa, St Josephs Hospital and Tampa Community Hospital. He has worked in various cities such as Miami, Valdosta, Grand Rapids, and Panama City. Outside of work, Dr. Jones enjoys tennis, running, cigars, and spending time with his two dogs.
Renato Vesga, MD, is a dual board-certified physician by the American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation in both Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. With extensive training and clinical expertise, he specializes in diagnosing and treating the full spectrum of spine, musculoskeletal, and pain-related disorders at Anchor Spine & Joint, located in Tampa, Riverview, Odessa, Pinellas Park, and Lutz, Florida.
His advanced skills include performing interventional spinal procedures, electrodiagnostic studies, and implanting neuromodulation systems to help patients manage chronic pain and improve function. Originally from New York City, Dr. Vesga completed his undergraduate studies at Columbia University before earning his medical degree at MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
He went on to complete his internship at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh and a residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia. To further refine his expertise, Dr. Vesga pursued an ACGME-accredited fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine at Temple University Hospital/Mid Atlantic Spine and Pain Physicians.
Following his fellowship, Dr. Vesga remained as a clinical instructor for fellows and residents at Temple University’s Pain Medicine Fellowship Program. He has also co-authored medical articles and book chapters on spine and pain-related disorders, contributing to the advancement of his field.
By combining leading-edge treatments with personalized attention, Dr. Vesga helps individuals return to their daily activities with less pain and greater mobility.
“Dr Renato Vesga is an excellent professional with my procedure was very soft good hands and the office people in general very kind. I’m extremely thankful for all of those attention for me
Thank you Dr Vesga, and see you soon”
Dr. Renato Vesga, MD
Physiatrist
2727 W MLK Jr. Blvd
Suite 200
Tampa, FL 33607
5.0(5)
5.0
(5)
Dr. Matthew Elverman
Physiatrist (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) 34.6 mi
Matthew Elverman, MD, is a board-certified physician in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with advanced fellowship training in Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine. He completed his residency at the University of Missouri before pursuing a NASS-accredited fellowship in the Greater Tampa Bay area, where he gained specialized expertise in treating complex spine, joint, and musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Elverman works at Anchor Spine & Joint, located in Tampa, Riverview, Odessa, Pinellas Park, and Lutz, Florida.
With a strong commitment to evidence-based medicine, Dr. Elverman develops personalized care plans that may include interventional procedures, targeted therapies, medications, and patient education. His comprehensive approach allows him to address both acute and chronic injuries, with the goal of reducing pain, improving function, and helping patients return to the activities that matter most.
Dr. Elverman specializes in minimally invasive treatments for spine and musculoskeletal disorders, tailoring each plan to meet the unique needs of his patients. Whether managing sports injuries, degenerative spine conditions, or chronic musculoskeletal pain, he focuses on restoring mobility and enhancing quality of life through safe, effective, and innovative techniques.
By combining advanced medical training with a patient-centered approach, Dr. Elverman helps individuals overcome limitations, regain independence, and move forward with confidence.
Dr. Jones was born and raised in Detroit, MI. He attended Tennessee State and Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN for advanced education. He then returned home to Detroit to complete a Physical Medicine and Rehab residency at William Beaumont hospital and an Interventional Pain Management fellowship.
Dr. Jones is a member of the Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehab and of the Florida Medical Association. Dr. Jones is affiliated with Brandon Regional Hospital, Kindred Hospital Central Tampa, St Josephs Hospital and Tampa Community Hospital. He has worked in various cities such as Miami, Valdosta, Grand Rapids, and Panama City. Outside of work, Dr. Jones enjoys tennis, running, cigars, and spending time with his two dogs.
Lane Peterson, D.O. offers an array of treatment options for numerous pain conditions at Florida Pain Medicine locations in Zephyrhills, Wesley Chapel, and Brandon, Florida. Dr. Peterson is double board-certified in Interventional Pain Medicine and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation by the American Board of PM&R. Since 2008, he has specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal and neurological pain of the head and face, spine, pelvis, and limbs. He performs interventional pain treatment procedures including epidurals, facet joint/medial branch blocks, radiofrequency ablation, sympathetic nerve blocks, neurostimulator implantations, and peripheral musculoskeletal and nerve blocks.
Dr. Peterson understands that each person who seeks treatment from him has a unique pain experience and history. He believes that a successful outcome starts with empathetic listening, thorough investigation, establishing an accurate diagnosis, and crafting an individualized plan for treatment. He utilizes a multi-factorial approach to treatment which aims to identify and address the underlying issues which led to the development of pain and to break the vicious circle of pain at as many points as possible.
Dr. Peterson graduated with honors from the University of Iowa with bachelor’s degrees in Biological Sciences and Physics. He then earned his medical degree at Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Peterson credits his foundational training in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine for developing his sensitive palpatory diagnostic skills which he uses to locate the source of pain.
Following medical school, Dr. Peterson lived in Miami, Florida for a year, where he completed a traditional osteopathic rotating internship at Westchester General Hospital. He completed his residency training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Georgetown University Hospital/National Rehabilitation Hospital program in Washington, DC. While he was there, his training sites included the National Institutes of Health and Walter Reed Army Hospital, where he felt humbled to be able to care for soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.
Dr. Peterson completed his American Council of Graduate Medical Education-accredited Pain Medicine fellowship training at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System in Richmond, Virginia. Following this, he joined the teaching faculty as an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, teaching fellows and residents while working at the Hunter Homes McGuire Veterans Administration Medical Center. He later practiced medicine in Overland Park, Kansas before recently relocating to Tampa.
In his spare time, Dr. Peterson enjoys spending time with his family, singing karaoke, and tinkering with electronics and computers.
Matthew Elverman, MD, is a board-certified physician in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with advanced fellowship training in Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine. He completed his residency at the University of Missouri before pursuing a NASS-accredited fellowship in the Greater Tampa Bay area, where he gained specialized expertise in treating complex spine, joint, and musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Elverman works at Anchor Spine & Joint, located in Tampa, Riverview, Odessa, Pinellas Park, and Lutz, Florida.
With a strong commitment to evidence-based medicine, Dr. Elverman develops personalized care plans that may include interventional procedures, targeted therapies, medications, and patient education. His comprehensive approach allows him to address both acute and chronic injuries, with the goal of reducing pain, improving function, and helping patients return to the activities that matter most.
Dr. Elverman specializes in minimally invasive treatments for spine and musculoskeletal disorders, tailoring each plan to meet the unique needs of his patients. Whether managing sports injuries, degenerative spine conditions, or chronic musculoskeletal pain, he focuses on restoring mobility and enhancing quality of life through safe, effective, and innovative techniques.
By combining advanced medical training with a patient-centered approach, Dr. Elverman helps individuals overcome limitations, regain independence, and move forward with confidence.
Jose De La Torre, MD, is a pain management specialist offering aesthetic and wellness care at The Wellness Clinic at New Tampa Interventional Pain & Sports Medicine in Wesley Chapel, Florida.
Dr. De La Torre attended the Ponce Health Sciences University in Ponce, Puerto Rico, for his doctorate in medicine. He then completed his residency training in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. With the goal of providing integrative care for his patients, Dr. De La Torre extended his area of practice to wellness and aesthetic services.
At New Tampa Interventional Pain & Sports Medicine’s Wellness Clinic, Dr. De La Torre delivers exceptional weight loss management, cosmetic injections, body sculpting, and hormone replacement and IV therapy services. He takes a holistic approach to your health and well-being, focusing on improving your quality of life while reducing the need for medications and other invasive procedures.
Whether you’re looking to reduce symptoms of low testosterone or improve your appearance, Dr. De La Torre can develop a wellness treatment plan that takes into account your specific health needs and goals. He is always happy to accommodate your unique situation in English or Spanish.
Ashot Kotcharian, MD, is a board-certified physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) physician and interventional pain management specialist at 360 Orthopedics in Sarasota, Venice, and Lakewood Ranch, Florida.
Dr. Kotcharian earned his Bachelor of Science in bio-chemistry and molecular biology at Nebraska Wesleyan University. He then earned his medical degree at the University of Toledo College of Medicine in Ohio. He completed both his internship and residency in PM&R at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania before completing an interventional spine and sports medicine fellowship at the same institution.
Dr. Kotcharian previously served a most distinguished career in medicine as Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and as Assistant Fellowship Director of the Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Fellowship, both at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is an expert at both diagnostic and interventional fluoroscopic-guided spinal procedures including steroid injections, nerve blocks, and radiofrequency denervation.
Dr. Kotcharian enjoys outdoor activities with his family and is a “foodie”. He is active in the sport of martial arts since his youth and continues to practice Taekwondo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Karate. He proudly achieved and holds the rank of 2nd-degree black belt in Taekwondo. Dr. Kotcharian is fluent in multiple languages including Russian and Spanish. When time allows, he is fond of playing chess, reading, meditation, exercise, and painting.
"Restore Function & Relive Life", Florida Pain Medicine combines cutting-edge technology with a holistic approach to patient health, helping those suffering from pain return to the activities they love. Florida Pain Medicine has locations in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Wesley Chapel, Zephyrhills, Brandon, Riverview. Daytona Beach offices: Ormond Beach and Port Orange.
The experts at Florida Pain Medicine understand that comprehensive treatment isn't just about alleviating pain, it's about helping patients regain control of their lives. Whether a patient's pain is the result of a sudden injury or a long-term chronic condition, the Florida Pain Medicine specialists use a multi-disciplinary approach to create a personalized path to decreased pain and a greater quality of life.
Florida Pain Medicine provides the latest in technological advances to relieve pain associated with bone, muscle, nerve damage, and any other painful illnesses including cancer-related pain - improving your quality of life. We perform a variety of procedures at the hospital and ambulatory surgery centers as needed, required by insurance, or by patient choice.
We also offer state of the art interventional pain procedures, which are performed in the office. Through these treatments, Florida Pain Medicine strives to help patients reduce costs and decrease the need for long-term pain medications.
Florida Pain Medicine accepts most types of insurance. If you're ready to "Restore Function & Relive Life", call today or book your appointment online.
"Restore Function & Relive Life", Florida Pain Medicine combines cutting-edge technology with a holistic approach to patient health, helping those suffering from pain return to the activities they love. Florida Pain Medicine has locations in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Wesley Chapel, Zephyrhills, Brandon, Riverview. Daytona Beach offices: Ormond Beach and Port Orange.
The experts at Florida Pain Medicine understand that comprehensive treatment isn't just about alleviating pain, it's about helping patients regain control of their lives. Whether a patient's pain is the result of a sudden injury or a long-term chronic condition, the Florida Pain Medicine specialists use a multi-disciplinary approach to create a personalized path to decreased pain and a greater quality of life.
Florida Pain Medicine provides the latest in technological advances to relieve pain associated with bone, muscle, nerve damage, and any other painful illnesses including cancer-related pain - improving your quality of life. We perform a variety of procedures at the hospital and ambulatory surgery centers as needed, required by insurance, or by patient choice.
We also offer state of the art interventional pain procedures, which are performed in the office. Through these treatments, Florida Pain Medicine strives to help patients reduce costs and decrease the need for long-term pain medications.
Florida Pain Medicine accepts most types of insurance. If you're ready to "Restore Function & Relive Life", call today or book your appointment online.
Anchor Spine & Joint, with offices in Tampa, Riverview, Odessa, Pinellas Park, and Lutz, Florida, is a multi-specialty, one-stop shop to address your orthopedic needs. Our experienced surgeons treat a wide range of chronic pain disorders and spinal and neurological conditions using leading-edge treatments to relieve pain, restore function, and improve your quality of life.
Our highly trained team uses the latest technology and techniques to diagnose and treat back and joint pain. We offer an extensive array of advanced interventional pain management treatments, including epidural steroid injections, peripheral nerve and spinal cord stimulation, and radiofrequency ablation. You can safely receive injections to fight pain and reduce inflammation, such as trigger point, epidural steroid, or joint injections.
Our skilled surgeons can also perform surgeries to ease your pain, such as spinal fusion, carpal tunnel release, and total disc replacement. You can rely on our team for ankle and meniscus repair, elbow cubital tunnel release, lumbar decompression and microdiscectomy, and cervical laminoplasty.
At Anchor Spine & Joint, we combine innovation with compassionate care. We dedicate ourselves to helping you thrive with tailored, multidisciplinary approaches that support your best health. Call the nearest office today to schedule an appointment or contact us online.
Renato Vesga, MD, is a dual board-certified physician by the American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation in both Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. With extensive training and clinical expertise, he specializes in diagnosing and treating the full spectrum of spine, musculoskeletal, and pain-related disorders at Anchor Spine & Joint, located in Tampa, Riverview, Odessa, Pinellas Park, and Lutz, Florida.
His advanced skills include performing interventional spinal procedures, electrodiagnostic studies, and implanting neuromodulation systems to help patients manage chronic pain and improve function. Originally from New York City, Dr. Vesga completed his undergraduate studies at Columbia University before earning his medical degree at MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
He went on to complete his internship at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh and a residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia. To further refine his expertise, Dr. Vesga pursued an ACGME-accredited fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine at Temple University Hospital/Mid Atlantic Spine and Pain Physicians.
Following his fellowship, Dr. Vesga remained as a clinical instructor for fellows and residents at Temple University’s Pain Medicine Fellowship Program. He has also co-authored medical articles and book chapters on spine and pain-related disorders, contributing to the advancement of his field.
By combining leading-edge treatments with personalized attention, Dr. Vesga helps individuals return to their daily activities with less pain and greater mobility.
“Dr Renato Vesga is an excellent professional with my procedure was very soft good hands and the office people in general very kind. I’m extremely thankful for all of those attention for me
Thank you Dr Vesga, and see you soon”
Dr. Renato Vesga, MD
Physiatrist
6231 66th Street North
Pinellas Park, FL 33781
5.0(5)
Dr. Rodney Rodrigo, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine Physician 25.3 mi
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.
Matthew Elverman, MD, is a board-certified physician in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with advanced fellowship training in Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine. He completed his residency at the University of Missouri before pursuing a NASS-accredited fellowship in the Greater Tampa Bay area, where he gained specialized expertise in treating complex spine, joint, and musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Elverman works at Anchor Spine & Joint, located in Tampa, Riverview, Odessa, Pinellas Park, and Lutz, Florida.
With a strong commitment to evidence-based medicine, Dr. Elverman develops personalized care plans that may include interventional procedures, targeted therapies, medications, and patient education. His comprehensive approach allows him to address both acute and chronic injuries, with the goal of reducing pain, improving function, and helping patients return to the activities that matter most.
Dr. Elverman specializes in minimally invasive treatments for spine and musculoskeletal disorders, tailoring each plan to meet the unique needs of his patients. Whether managing sports injuries, degenerative spine conditions, or chronic musculoskeletal pain, he focuses on restoring mobility and enhancing quality of life through safe, effective, and innovative techniques.
By combining advanced medical training with a patient-centered approach, Dr. Elverman helps individuals overcome limitations, regain independence, and move forward with confidence.
Anchor Spine & Joint, with offices in Tampa, Riverview, Odessa, Pinellas Park, and Lutz, Florida, is a multi-specialty, one-stop shop to address your orthopedic needs. Our experienced surgeons treat a wide range of chronic pain disorders and spinal and neurological conditions using leading-edge treatments to relieve pain, restore function, and improve your quality of life.
Our highly trained team uses the latest technology and techniques to diagnose and treat back and joint pain. We offer an extensive array of advanced interventional pain management treatments, including epidural steroid injections, peripheral nerve and spinal cord stimulation, and radiofrequency ablation. You can safely receive injections to fight pain and reduce inflammation, such as trigger point, epidural steroid, or joint injections.
Our skilled surgeons can also perform surgeries to ease your pain, such as spinal fusion, carpal tunnel release, and total disc replacement. You can rely on our team for ankle and meniscus repair, elbow cubital tunnel release, lumbar decompression and microdiscectomy, and cervical laminoplasty.
At Anchor Spine & Joint, we combine innovation with compassionate care. We dedicate ourselves to helping you thrive with tailored, multidisciplinary approaches that support your best health. Call the nearest office today to schedule an appointment or contact us online.
