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Dr. Larisa Likver is a board-certified physiatrist with over 25 years of medical experience, specifically pain management, both in New York City and abroad. She has been trained in Prolotherapy by the Hackett-Hemwall Foundation, the leading institution for Prolotherapy education and research. For over 35 years, the Hackett-Hemwall foundation has hosted a medical missionary trip to Honduras.

Dr. Likver has advanced her expertise in Prolotherapy by participating in these missions in 2014 and 2015, dedicating her time and service to treat people who are otherwise unable to afford medical care.

She is also a specialist in Neural Prolotherapy. This treatment was developed by New Zealand physician Dr. John Lyftgoft. Dr. Likver participated in some of the few global conferences in Neural Prolotherapy to obtain training from Dr. Lyftogt himself. In 2013, Dr. Likver participated in the most comprehensive global conference for Neural Prolotherapy held in Guadelajara, Mexico — further solidifying her expertise in the treatment.

Additionally, Dr. Likver is recognized as a Pioneer by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography and was one of the first to obtain Certification in Musculoskeletal Sonography in 2012. She has more than 10 years of experience implementing ultrasound guidance to dramatically improve the positive outcome of pain-alleviating procedures through directly targeted and precise injections with the help of real-time visualization.

Alexander Gimpelevich, DO, is a board-certified physiatrist at Igor Rubinshteyn, MD, in the Brighton Beach area of Brooklyn and Rego Park, New York. A lifelong competitive athlete, Dr. Gimpelevich became interested in physiatry after experiencing first-hand the multitude of injuries athletes endure. He specializes in helping people reduce pain and improve their quality of life.

Dr. Gimpelevich earned his bachelor’s degree at Columbia University in New York City. After working for two years doing research for the Mount Sinai Columbia University Hospital, Dr. Gimpelevich earned his Doctorate of Osteopathy from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in Old Westbury. 

He completed a rotating internship program at the Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn and a physical medicine and rehabilitation residency at Long Island Jewish Hospital. Prior to joining the team at Igor Rubinshteyn, MD, Dr. Gimpelevich worked in sports medicine and served as a general physiatrist, technician, and research assistant.

Dr. Gimpelevich is board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation from the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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.

Dr. Dipan Patel is a board-certified anesthesiologist and interventional pain physician at Garden State Pain & Orthopedics. He considers it an honor to help people overcome their pain and regain their quality of life. His special interests include Botox® for chronic pain disorders, trigeminal neuralgia, temporomandibular joint disorders, and headache and chronic migraine. Dr. Patel also specializes in complex regional pain syndrome, joint pain, and post-laminectomy syndrome. He welcomes patients at four office locations: Edison, Clifton, Hazlet, and Jersey City, New Jersey.

After receiving his medical degree, Dr. Patel did his internship in internal medicine at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh and finished his residency in anesthesiology at New York Medical College. He completed an ACGME-accredited fellowship in interventional pain medicine at New York University Langone Medical Center in Manhattan.

During his fellowship training, Dr. Patel developed advanced skills and experience at renowned New York City hospitals. These include Tisch Hospital of NYU, Hospital for Joint Disease, Manhattan Veteran’s Affairs Hospital, Bellevue Hospital, and specialty outpatient centers such as the Center for Musculoskeletal Care and the Center for the Study and Treatment of Pain. As a result, Dr. Patel possesses one of the most comprehensive skill sets within the discipline of interventional pain medicine.

Dr. Patel is a contributing author on Spine-health.com where he has written patient education content about spinal conditions and treatments. His latest piece is Exercising with Lower Back Pain: Should You Work through the Pain?

Dr. Patel serves as a Director at Large of the Residents and Fellows Society for the North American Neuromodulation Society, which is a committee specially dedicated to growing the knowledge base of pain physicians, specifically as it pertains to spinal cord stimulation and intrathecal drug delivery systems.

Dr Saurabh Dang is Board Certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine by the American Board of Medical Specialties.  A graduate of Hamilton College, in Clinton, NY, Dr Dang completed his internship in General Surgery at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York, NY. He then went on to receive his training in Anesthesiology at New York Medical College, in Valhalla, NY. During his Anesthesiology training, Dr Dang was elected and served as Chief Resident and received the “Resident of the Year Award” during his final year of training. He went on to complete a fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine at The University of Toledo, in Toledo, OH. He received his MBA from The Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD. 

Since completing his training, Dr Dang has been in private practice in New Jersey.  He has specialized in neuromodulation and the implementation of spinal cord stimulation and intrathecal drug delivery systems for the treatment of chronic pain.  He has been a faculty member for multiple fellowship training labs throughout the United States, teaching physicians on implantation techniques of spinal cord stimulators and intrathecal pumps.  Dr Dang has also served as a faculty member for various pain societies. 

In his private practice Dr Dang offers multiple therapies for the treatment of chronic pain including: Intrathecal drug delivery system implantation, Dorsal Column Spinal Cord Stimulation implantation, Dorsal Root Spinal Cord Stimulation implantation, Insertion of interspinous spacer for spinal stenosis, SI joint arthrodesis, kyphoplasty, minimally invasive lumbar decompression (mild procedure) for spinal stenosis, and percutaneous tenotomy among others.  He employs the multimodal approach for treating patients with chronic pain.

Dr Dang is an active member in many organizations including the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians and the North American Neuromodulation Society.  Dr. Dang is located at Garden State Pain and Orthopedics locations in Jersey City, Clifton, West Orange, and Edison. 

Dr. Neil Sinha provides comprehensive interventional pain medicine at Garden State Pain & Orthopedics, where he tailors individual treatment options to the unique needs of each patient. He believes that patient education and establishing a caring doctor-patient relationship are integral parts of the healing process.

Dr. Sinha uses a multi-pronged approach to managing pain, including interventional pain techniques, minimally-invasive surgeries, medical management, and physical and behavioral therapy. His goal is to restore function and improve the quality of his patients’ lives, who are welcome at one of five office locations: Edison, West Orange, Clifton, Hazlet, and Jersey City, New Jersey.

Dr. Sinha is especially interested in treating cervical and lumbar pain, sciatica, spinal stenosis, and post-laminectomy syndrome. He also specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of complex regional pain syndrome, facial pain, and headaches.

After earning his undergraduate degree in computational biology and mathematics at Cornell University, Dr. Sinha received his Doctor of Medicine from the New Jersey Medical School in Newark. He did his residency in anesthesiology at Yale-New Haven Hospital in New Haven, Connecticut.

Dr. Sinha completed his Interventional Pain Management Fellowship at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation. While there, Dr. Sinha trained in cutting-edge technology with leaders in the field of pain management. He was nominated and served as Chief Fellow and was awarded the Ethelee R. Smith Award for Most Outstanding Fellow.

Dr. Sinha is board certified in anesthesiology and pain management and is licensed to practice medicine in Ohio, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.

When he’s not helping patients achieve relief from their pain, Dr. Sinha is an avid sports fan who especially likes football, and he enjoys maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle.

Lauren Gasparini DNP is a Nurse Practitioner at Garden State Pain & Orthopedics, specializing in pain and rehabilitation. Lauren received her Bachelor of Nursing degree at William Paterson University, and acquired her Doctor of Nursing Practice, Adult Nurse Practitioner from Rutgers University. Prior to completing her Doctor of Nursing program, Lauren was an orthopedic nurse for five years at Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, NJ. Upon graduation, she immediately began her career as a pain management nurse practitioner.

Lauren was chosen to speak about Pain Management/Opioid Crisis at the Saint Barnabas Medical Center Nursing Excellence Conference in 2018. When asked what brought Lauren to the medical field, she responded " I had brain surgery as a child, and knew that I wanted to take care of others the way I was cared for during my recovery. I originally went to school/began a career in Business Marketing but knew something was always missing; causing me to pursue my dream of becoming a nurse."

Lauren was born and raised in Northern Jersey. Outside of the office, you can find Lauren enjoying the fresh air (especially near or on water)! She loves spending time boating, swimming, going to the Jersey Shore, and visiting her family's lake house in the Adirondacks. Lauren loves spending time with her beautiful family, husband and daughter.

Fun Fact: Lauren was an avid swimmer and athlete growing up. Although this may come at no surprise with the spirit and joy she portrays, Lauren was her college mascot (The Bobcat) for one year at Quinnipiac!

Garden State Pain & Orthopedics welcomes Lauren Gasparini DNP to the team and is available at our various office locations throughout New Jersey.

Andrew So, MD, is a board-certified anesthesiologist and interventional pain management physician at Garden State Pain & Orthopedics with offices in Edison, Clifton, Hazlet or Jersey City, New Jersey. Dr. So believes that each patient’s care should be personalized and strives to ensure the highest level of comfort and compassion through a multi-modal treatment approach. His specialties include neck pain, back pain, spine pain, post-laminectomy syndrome, headache pain, migraine pain, joint pain, knee pain, shoulder pain, hip pain, neuropathy, acute, and post-surgical pain syndromes, and complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), amongst others.

Dr. So attended the University of Michigan, where he graduated as an Angel Scholar with a Bachelor of Science in Brain Behavior & Cognitive Sciences. He received his Doctor of Medicine from Virginia Commonwealth University as a distinguished merit scholar, where he was also voted class president by his peers for his leadership abilities. 

He then went on to complete his residency in Anesthesiology at Albert Einstein University of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center.  During his residency, Dr. So was honored by his peers and faculty with the highly coveted Leo M. Davidoff Society Outstanding Teacher Award.  

Following residency, Dr. So completed fellowship training at Albert Einstein University of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center specializing in interventional pain management, where he served as a chief administrative fellow. In addition to his extensive training, Dr. So has contributed to the field of pain management through research initiatives and various publications, including first author credits for multiple chapters in Deer’s Treatment of Pain: An Illustrated Guide for Practitioners, as well as presentations at national and regional conferences. 

Dr. So believes in utilizing a comprehensive and multi-modal approach to pain management, allowing him to effectively diagnose, treat, and manage a wide array of pain and musculoskeletal-related conditions. He also possesses a robust procedural skill set including axial and peripheral procedures utilizing both fluoroscopic and ultrasound guidance.

In his free time, Dr. So enjoys hiking, traveling, tennis and spending time with family and friends. 

Dr. Dev Sinha specializes in pain medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation at Garden State Pain & Orthopedics. He uses a comprehensive approach when treating pain, integrating physical and behavioral therapies, medications, and the most innovative, minimally-invasive procedures. He believes in offering alternative medicine therapies for the treatment of difficult-to-treat pain conditions. His expert care is available at four convenient locations in Edison, Clifton, West Orange, and Jersey City, New Jersey.

Dr. Sinha attended George Washington University, then earned his Doctor of Medicine from American University of Antigua College of Medicine. He went on to complete his residency and fellowship training in interventional pain medicine at the prestigious University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.

During his fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania, he trained with the top physicians in the field of pain management. His dedication to the advancement of the field can be seen through his numerous publications that contribute to the study and treatment of pain medicine.

Dr. Sinha lives in New Jersey with his wife, Arpita, and son and daughter. When he’s not in the office, his interests include reading, tennis, skiing, and cooking.

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. 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.

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. 

Benjamin Kim, MD, is a highly sought-after pain management specialist and an outstanding team member at Interventional Pain Consultants in Parsippany, New Jersey. Dr. Kim finds his work deeply rewarding and enjoys helping those in his care find a path away from pain.

A lifelong learner, Dr. Kim began his educational journey at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg before completing a Bachelor of Arts in biology at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. He went on to earn his medical degree at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond.

Dr. Kim went on to complete a residency in anesthesiology at Stony Brook University in New York. He then completed fellowship training in pain medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City.

One of the things that makes Dr. Kim stand out is his compassionate and personable nature. Patients feel at ease when discussing their experience of pain with Dr. Kim and quickly feel comforted that they have a partner in finding lasting solutions.

Dr. Kim utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to treating pain. He continues to stay up to speed with the latest advances and innovative treatments in order to take care of his patients, who may be suffering pain from any part of their body. 

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.

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.

Double board-certified Aditya Patel, MD, of Sports, Pain & Regenerative Institute, is an anesthesiologist and interventional pain medicine specialist offering innovative and effective treatments in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Patel specializes in non-surgical treatments for all types of acute and chronic pain, including sports injuries. Dr. Patel earned his bachelor’s degree in physiology and neuroscience from the University of California, San Diego, followed by his medical degree with high honors from St. George’s University School of Medicine in St. George’s, Grenada.

Dr. Patel completed his residency in anesthesiology at the Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, New Jersey, where he was chief resident during his final year. During his residency, Dr. Patel developed a particular interest in interventional pain medicine and regional anesthesia. He had the opportunity to pursue his interests when he attended the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York City, for his postgraduate fellowship in interventional pain management. After finishing his fellowship training, Dr. Patel became an anesthesiologist at New York City’s Mount Sinai Brooklyn hospital before moving to private practice.Dr. Patel’s passions include office-based diagnostics and therapeutic interventions with multidisciplinary physical medicine treatments to achieve optimal results for his patients. Dr. Patel is continually seeking new treatment options for his patients, such as the use of biologics, like platelet-rich plasma (PRP), to reduce pain and restore function. He has also undergone specialized training in the most advanced, up-to-date, and minimally invasive treatments. Dr. Patel’s patients appreciate his thoroughness, the time he spends with them, and his ability to provide them with the information they need. Dr. Patel delivers exceptional care that relieves even the most persistent pain.

Dr. Dipan Patel is a board-certified anesthesiologist and interventional pain physician at Garden State Pain & Orthopedics. He considers it an honor to help people overcome their pain and regain their quality of life. His special interests include Botox® for chronic pain disorders, trigeminal neuralgia, temporomandibular joint disorders, and headache and chronic migraine. Dr. Patel also specializes in complex regional pain syndrome, joint pain, and post-laminectomy syndrome. He welcomes patients at four office locations: Edison, Clifton, Hazlet, and Jersey City, New Jersey.

After receiving his medical degree, Dr. Patel did his internship in internal medicine at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh and finished his residency in anesthesiology at New York Medical College. He completed an ACGME-accredited fellowship in interventional pain medicine at New York University Langone Medical Center in Manhattan.

During his fellowship training, Dr. Patel developed advanced skills and experience at renowned New York City hospitals. These include Tisch Hospital of NYU, Hospital for Joint Disease, Manhattan Veteran’s Affairs Hospital, Bellevue Hospital, and specialty outpatient centers such as the Center for Musculoskeletal Care and the Center for the Study and Treatment of Pain. As a result, Dr. Patel possesses one of the most comprehensive skill sets within the discipline of interventional pain medicine.

Dr. Patel is a contributing author on Spine-health.com where he has written patient education content about spinal conditions and treatments. His latest piece is Exercising with Lower Back Pain: Should You Work through the Pain?

Dr. Patel serves as a Director at Large of the Residents and Fellows Society for the North American Neuromodulation Society, which is a committee specially dedicated to growing the knowledge base of pain physicians, specifically as it pertains to spinal cord stimulation and intrathecal drug delivery systems.