Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Rohit Puranik, MD, is triple-certified in pain management, venous/lymphatic medicine, and anesthesiology. He is proud to provide personalized care to patients at Centers for Pain Control and Vein Care in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Dr. Puranik earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He then attended the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine for his Doctor of Medicine. Upon graduating, he completed his residency in anesthesiology at the Maine Medical Center in Portland, Maine. Afterward, he furthered his training with a fellowship in chronic and interventional pain medicine at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Illinois.
Patients commend Dr. Puranik for his friendly, gentle, and caring manner, as well as effective treatments. He always listens to his patients’ concerns, answers any questions, and provides recommendations based on each individual’s goals and needs.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Puranik, call the office or request an appointment online today.
Tarek H. Shahbandar, MD, is a devoted and seasoned physician who brings the necessary warm-hearted diligence, time, and respect to the practice of interventional pain medicine. Dr. Shahbandar helps men and women relieve pain and amplify wellness at the Centers for Pain Control, located in Merrillville, Indiana.
Dr. Shahbandar was born in Michigan and raised in Wisconsin. He attended the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee before completing a residency and fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. At the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio, Dr. Shahbandar had the privilege to train under some of the world’s most prestigious pioneers in pain medicine. He also spent three years training physicians at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Recognized for his authentic and kind bedside manner and exceptional procedural skills, Dr. Shahbandar always focuses on alleviating pain while minimizing the use of controlled substances and pain medicines. Dr. Shahbandar knows that daily challenges with pain can be overwhelming and relief can seem out of reach. He truly cares for his patients and works to find the root cause of their conditions and deliver valuable education on lifestyle changes that can significantly improve the quality of their lives. Solving the root cause is his ultimate goal beyond just masking and diminishing the pain.
Simon Ho, MD, is double board-certified in pain management and anesthesiology. He is dedicated to caring for patients at Centers for Pain Control and Vein Care in Hobart, Indiana.
Dr. Ho earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and his Master of Science from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. He graduated with his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and while there, also served as a clinical assistant professor of anesthesiology. Dr. Ho then completed his residency in anesthesiology at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, and his fellowship in chronic and interventional pain medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Cleveland, Ohio.
His patients say he is kind, efficient, personable, and a good listener. Dr. Ho’s passion shows through his career of providing comprehensive care and treating each patient as an individual. Dr. Ho thoroughly explains all procedures, answers any questions his patients might have, and ensures they understand their treatment options.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Ho, call the office or request an appointment online today.
Advanced Spine & Pain Specialists offers comprehensive diagnostic testing and treatment services at their office in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois, to address a variety of underlying causes of chronic pain.
Board-certified anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist Krishna Chunduri, MD, is highly skilled in helping patients manage neck, back, and joint pain that stems from spinal stenosis, arthritis, degenerative disc disease, and other painful conditions.
Dr. Chunduri takes an integrative, personalized approach to pain management. He focuses on relieving chronic pain and restoring the function of the spine and painful joints with conservative therapies.
In addition to prescription pain relievers and anti-inflammatories, Advanced Spine & Pain Specialists offers epidural steroid injections and joint injections to treat pain without surgery.
Other available pain-relieving treatments include minimally invasive procedures like spinal cord stimulation to treat chronic back and neck pain and radiofrequency ablation to ease nerve-related pain.
Dr. Chunduri customizes each treatment plan to individual needs and works closely with patients to reduce the need for surgery.
The Advanced Spine & Pain Specialists staff offers compassionate care in a welcoming environment. They are specially trained to ensure patient comfort and relieve any anxieties about treatment.
The office is fully equipped with sophisticated diagnostic technologies including X-rays to provide a fast and accurate diagnosis. Dr. Chunduri also uses advanced fluoroscopy to guide injections into precise locations in the joints or spine and maximize the benefits of treatment for each patient.
To get started on your journey toward long-term pain relief, call Advanced Spine & Pain Specialists or book an appointment online today.
Michael Hur, MD is a fellowship-trained pain specialist passionate about utilizing a multimodal approach to patient care through the combination of interventional procedures, pharmacologic treatments, physical therapy, and pain psychology. After graduating from the University of Notre Dame, he returned to his home city of Chicago to complete his medical school training at the University of Illinois in 2017. He then went on to complete his Anesthesiology residency at the University of Michigan Hospital followed by advanced fellowship training in Pain Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He is dual board certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine and currently a member of the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, North American Neuromodulation Society, and Spine Intervention Society.
Dr. Hur is excited to return home and provide quality care to those in the Chicagoland area. As an expert in treating musculoskeletal conditions, spine-related conditions, and complex pain disorders, he has interests in minimally invasive procedures, neuromodulation, and alternative therapies to help those that are struggling with pain. He’s dedicated to finding a tailored and unique treatment plan for all his patients to not only help alleviate their pain but to also improve their lives. Dr. Hur is an avid fan of Chicago sports, golf, tennis, and formula 1 racing.
Goran Tubic, MD, founder, and president of Chicagoland Pain Management in Bolingbrook and Hinsdale, Illinois, is a triple board-certified interventional pain management specialist is well known for his expertise in his field and the compassion he shows his patients.
He also serves as medical director of the Department of Pain Management at Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital and Adventist Hinsdale Hospital.
Dr. Tubic has been serving the community in the greater Chicagoland area after finishing his training for anesthesiology and interventional pain medicine at the world-renowned fellowship program at Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Tubic is a considered as a distinguished specialist in his field and has been the recipient of many awards, including the 2014 Physician Value Award for Excellence at Adventist Bolingbrook and Hinsdale Hospital, the Vitals’ Patient Choice Award, Top 10 Doctors in the Metro Area, and Top 10 Doctors in the State. He is fluent in English, Croatian, and Serbian.
Dedicated to understanding pain relief and how to take away the burden of chronic pain conditions, Dr. Tubic is constantly looking for alternatives, cutting-edge treatments that are proven safe and effective so that he can offer the most up-to-the-minute options for his patients at Chicagoland Pain Management.
Dr. Tubic has specialized expertise in using minimally invasive surgical techniques to treat spinal disorders, and he has successfully undertaken more than 29,000 interventional pain management procedures. Combining proven therapies and conservative approaches with innovative and complex interventional pain management procedures, Dr. Tubic doesn’t rest until his patients achieve the optimal outcomes from their treatment.
Pranusha Baxi, MD is a board-certified anesthesiologist and fellowship-trained interventional pain management specialist whose primary goal is to improve the quality of life of her patients suffering from chronic pain. Dr. Baxi grew up in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. She then attended a direct medical program at St. Louis University in Missouri to complete her undergraduate and medical school education. She returned home to Chicago to complete an anesthesiology residency and interventional pain medicine fellowship at the highly interventional program at Rush University Medical Center.
Dr. Baxi places importance on the unique nature of pain and its impact on patients’ physical, emotional, and psychological health as well as their functional status. Dr. Baxi takes time to understand her patients’ complex stories, build a relationship based on trust, and provide a sense of comfort. Her interests include injection therapy, neuromodulation including dorsal root ganglion and spinal cord stimulation, interspinous spacers to treat spinal stenosis, and minimally invasive sacroiliac joint fusion. Through these approaches, Dr. Baxi hopes to help her patients suffering from pain return to their previously enjoyable activities.
Dr. Baxi strongly believes that combining the use of minimally invasive procedures along with a multidisciplinary approach to pain management will provide patients with better functional status and improve their overall well-being. Dr. Baxi enjoys staying active by running and attending workout classes. She spends time with friends and family, whether it be traveling or exploring the Chicago restaurant scene.
Joseph Rabi, MD, is a pain management and rehabilitation physician practicing at The Neuroscience and Spine Institute, located in Orland Park, Illinois.
Dr. Rabi completed his undergraduate coursework at DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois, in 2006. He then went on to earn his Doctor of Medicine from St. George's University School of Medicine in Grenada. Dr. Rabi completed his internal medicine internship through the University of Illinois at Chicago at Advocate Christ Medical Center before completing his physical medicine and rehabilitation residency through the University of Chicago at Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital.
An active contributor to the field, Dr. Rabi has helped to author numerous publications, research projects, abstracts, and presentations. He has a special interest in treating work/personal injuries, electrodiagnostics, opioid misuse, spine pain, concussions, migraines, regenerative medicine, and chronic pain.
To stay up to date with the latest advancements in medicine, Dr. Rabi maintains memberships with the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine, the North American Pain Society, and the American College of Physicians.
Outside of the office, Dr. Rabi enjoys running, trivia, playing and watching sports, and dining out at restaurants.
Goran Tubic, MD, founder, and president of Chicagoland Pain Management in Bolingbrook and Hinsdale, Illinois, is a triple board-certified interventional pain management specialist is well known for his expertise in his field and the compassion he shows his patients.
He also serves as medical director of the Department of Pain Management at Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital and Adventist Hinsdale Hospital.
Dr. Tubic has been serving the community in the greater Chicagoland area after finishing his training for anesthesiology and interventional pain medicine at the world-renowned fellowship program at Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Tubic is a considered as a distinguished specialist in his field and has been the recipient of many awards, including the 2014 Physician Value Award for Excellence at Adventist Bolingbrook and Hinsdale Hospital, the Vitals’ Patient Choice Award, Top 10 Doctors in the Metro Area, and Top 10 Doctors in the State. He is fluent in English, Croatian, and Serbian.
Dedicated to understanding pain relief and how to take away the burden of chronic pain conditions, Dr. Tubic is constantly looking for alternatives, cutting-edge treatments that are proven safe and effective so that he can offer the most up-to-the-minute options for his patients at Chicagoland Pain Management.
Dr. Tubic has specialized expertise in using minimally invasive surgical techniques to treat spinal disorders, and he has successfully undertaken more than 29,000 interventional pain management procedures. Combining proven therapies and conservative approaches with innovative and complex interventional pain management procedures, Dr. Tubic doesn’t rest until his patients achieve the optimal outcomes from their treatment.
Michael Hur, MD is a fellowship-trained pain specialist passionate about utilizing a multimodal approach to patient care through the combination of interventional procedures, pharmacologic treatments, physical therapy, and pain psychology. After graduating from the University of Notre Dame, he returned to his home city of Chicago to complete his medical school training at the University of Illinois in 2017. He then went on to complete his Anesthesiology residency at the University of Michigan Hospital followed by advanced fellowship training in Pain Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He is dual board certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine and currently a member of the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, North American Neuromodulation Society, and Spine Intervention Society.
Dr. Hur is excited to return home and provide quality care to those in the Chicagoland area. As an expert in treating musculoskeletal conditions, spine-related conditions, and complex pain disorders, he has interests in minimally invasive procedures, neuromodulation, and alternative therapies to help those that are struggling with pain. He’s dedicated to finding a tailored and unique treatment plan for all his patients to not only help alleviate their pain but to also improve their lives. Dr. Hur is an avid fan of Chicago sports, golf, tennis, and formula 1 racing.
Pranusha Baxi, MD is a board-certified anesthesiologist and fellowship-trained interventional pain management specialist whose primary goal is to improve the quality of life of her patients suffering from chronic pain. Dr. Baxi grew up in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. She then attended a direct medical program at St. Louis University in Missouri to complete her undergraduate and medical school education. She returned home to Chicago to complete an anesthesiology residency and interventional pain medicine fellowship at the highly interventional program at Rush University Medical Center.
Dr. Baxi places importance on the unique nature of pain and its impact on patients’ physical, emotional, and psychological health as well as their functional status. Dr. Baxi takes time to understand her patients’ complex stories, build a relationship based on trust, and provide a sense of comfort. Her interests include injection therapy, neuromodulation including dorsal root ganglion and spinal cord stimulation, interspinous spacers to treat spinal stenosis, and minimally invasive sacroiliac joint fusion. Through these approaches, Dr. Baxi hopes to help her patients suffering from pain return to their previously enjoyable activities.
Dr. Baxi strongly believes that combining the use of minimally invasive procedures along with a multidisciplinary approach to pain management will provide patients with better functional status and improve their overall well-being. Dr. Baxi enjoys staying active by running and attending workout classes. She spends time with friends and family, whether it be traveling or exploring the Chicago restaurant scene.
Tarek H. Shahbandar, MD, is a devoted and seasoned physician who brings the necessary warm-hearted diligence, time, and respect to the practice of interventional pain medicine. Dr. Shahbandar helps men and women relieve pain and amplify wellness at the Centers for Pain Control, located in Merrillville, Indiana.
Dr. Shahbandar was born in Michigan and raised in Wisconsin. He attended the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee before completing a residency and fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. At the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio, Dr. Shahbandar had the privilege to train under some of the world’s most prestigious pioneers in pain medicine. He also spent three years training physicians at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Recognized for his authentic and kind bedside manner and exceptional procedural skills, Dr. Shahbandar always focuses on alleviating pain while minimizing the use of controlled substances and pain medicines. Dr. Shahbandar knows that daily challenges with pain can be overwhelming and relief can seem out of reach. He truly cares for his patients and works to find the root cause of their conditions and deliver valuable education on lifestyle changes that can significantly improve the quality of their lives. Solving the root cause is his ultimate goal beyond just masking and diminishing the pain.
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