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Anesthesiologist
1635 North George Mason Drive
Suite 150
Arlington, VA
Top reviews
Dr. Huffman refilled my pain pump on 08May21. The refill went very well. No adjustments were made to the concentration of the 3 drugs in my pump. As the current concentration levels are managing my pain well. My type of pain has bShow moreeen classified as Central pain. I still remain sensitive to the changes to the barometric pressure. But the medication he prescribed does a reasonable job managing that pain. I continue to have pain all the time. My pain is generally in the range of 2-7 on a scale of 1-10. I continue to have occasional periods of zero pain. My central pain increases with any movement on my part. Or when anything comes in contact with my body. Such as clothing or when sitting in a chair. The pain sensation consists of a burning sensation. As well as a pins and needles sensation. With an overall pain sensation component. Especially in the areas that are touching my body. I feel my pain from the T4 level (mid chest area) all the way down to my toes. Both on the front and back of my body. The combination of the pain meds allow me to accomplish basic tasks around the house. Till the pain reaches a level that I have to stop what I am doing. The pain meds also allow me to continue to drive myself to appointments. And do light shopping for my wife and myself. But if the barometer changes or I move around too much, increasing my pain. My wife will have to do the driving and the shopping. I continue still to remain very pleased with the care I receive from Dr. Huffman. He continues to be very responsive to my concerns regarding my pain. And what can be done to mitigate the effects of the pain. At a future appointment he would like to jiggle the concentration levels of the medications in my pump. To increase the time interval between pump refills.
I was referred to Dr. Huffman by my own, trusted, pain management physician, for a Spinal Cord Stimulator. I couldn’t have been more pleased with the care I received from him! Beginning with my first appointment when we discusseShow mored my situation, he gave an un-rushed, thoughtful, calm, and thorough explanation of how he felt that he could help me. He was spontaneously forthcoming with a balanced and complete discussion of the risks and benefits of the treatment. The day of the procedure, while awaiting my surgery, he once again took time to go over everything once again, and to answer any other questions I may have had. The procedure went very well, and afterwards he showed me the X-ray of the results. The remainder of my recovery was just as thorough. He was always responsive to my needs, and promptly replied to a coupled of minor concerns I contacted him about. I’m now six weeks post-op. The device is performing just as Dr. Huffman explained from the beginning. I couldn’t have been more pleased and satisfied with my care.
Dr. John Huffman, MD is a pain management physician practicing at Interventional Pain and Regenerative Medicine Specialists in Arlington, Virginia on the campus of the Virginia Hospital Center. He is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology (1994 - present) with an additional Pain Medicine Certification (1996 - present).
Dr. Huffman completed his anesthesiology residency and pain medicine training at George Washington University Hospital in Washington, DC. He was named chief resident during his final year of training, after which he remained on staff teaching as an assistant professor of anesthesiology and pain medicine until 1997.
Prior to joining Virginia Hospital Center, he served as the Medical Director of Pain Management at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring, Maryland, for over 22 years. His responsibilities included managing a staff of more than 25 medical professionals.
Dr. Huffman has extensive experience in all areas of pain medicine and has a special interest in Intrathecal Drug Delivery and Spinal Cord Stimulation, both procedures are surgically implantable technologies for use in the treatment of chronic pain. He has taught and published extensively on interventional pain management techniques and treatment of chronic pain. He remains active in research and routinely maintains his continuing medical education.
Dr. Huffman strongly supports a multi-disciplinary approach to patients suffering from chronic pain and recognizes the unique and individual nature of each patient’s pain and tailors their treatment accordingly. He believes in honesty and trust as the foundation for the patient-physician relationship.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Huffman enjoys spending time with his dog Hope, exercising, cooking, design, and travel.
Back Pain
Neck Pain
Neuropathy
Sciatica
Arthritis
Regenerative Medicine
Age Management
Cancer Pain
Pelvic Pain
Radiofrequency Ablation
Epidural Steroid Injections
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Sports Medicine
Joint Pain
Kyphoplasty
Intrathecal Pain Pump
Location
Interventional Pain and Regenerative Medicine Specialists
1635 North George Mason Drive
Suite 150
Arlington, VA, 22205
More About Dr. John Huffman, MD
Practice
Interventional Pain and Regenerative Medicine Specialists
Specialties
NPI Number
1194782243
Provider's Gender
Male
Reviews
awesome
Dr. Huffman continues to be outstanding. The Washington DC area is very, very lucky to have this resource. And finally he is now in Virginia also. Made my life much much much easier. He has selected a very competent employees and staff in addition
Friendly, professional staff. Dr. Huffman explained my problem and how he could help me clearly. He is easy to talk to and listened carefully to any questions and concerns. Look forward to working with him.
Very good analysis and discussion.
After having visited several other similar medical practices, including my own internist, Dr. Huffman was the only one to whom I was able to convey my particular condition. He realized that something needed to be done to alleviate the pain I was dealing with and was willing to prescribe medication to at least arrest my situation for the short term. I am looking forward to a follow-on visit. Hans Salzinger
Dr. Huffman is such an exceptional pain mgt doctor. That when I moved to Georgia for a year, I kept him as my doctor!! I traveled three times from Savannah for appointments, finally moving back to eastern WV.
Extremely patient oriented, knowledgeable, great integrity and ethics
Dr Huffman refilled my pain pump on the 22Jan22. He used this pump refill to train Kathy on pump refills. Dr Huffman showed Kathy how to find the index mark. So she could then find the port. To insert the needle of the syringe. To remove the remaining medication from the pump. This she did successfully. Dr Huffman then performed the refill of my pain pump. With Kathy observing. Dr Huffman chose to not make any increases in the concentrations at this time. My pain levels continue to be considerably lower since the previous refill. When he made significant increases in the concentrations of the meds in my pump. I continue to be very pleased with the care I receive from Dr Huffman and his staff.
Very helpful and understanding to my needs.
As always, efficient, compassionate and solutions oriented.
Dr. Huffman is clearly a physician who is well versed in his craft and goes above and beyond for his patients. Where most doctors would give up on a patient after a few pain pump trials, Dr. Huffman has persisted in trying to find the correct medication and dosage that would provide the best possible outcome. He explains things in a clear and understandable manner and is available to answer all questions, never appearing rushed despite having a busy practice. Overall I’m extremely impressed with both Dr. Huffman and his assistant Kathy. I couldn’t ask for a better medical team who clearly care about their patients. I have had numerous negative experiences in the past with other physicians, which has caused me to become mistrustful of the medical community as a whole. Dr. Huffman has given me hope that there are still some exceptional physicians left and it is of great comfort to have a physician to whom I have developed full faith and confidence knowing that I am in good hands.
Pleasant quick and helpful.
Excellent!!!
Very pleased and satisfied. Dr. Huffman is highly recommended for treatment of complex pain disorders.
excellent service!
Dr. John Huffman is a wonderful doctor. I’m SO glad that I found him. He took the time to have a discussion with me about my symptoms and created a treatment plan at my first visit. His Medical Assistant, Kathy, is also amazing!
Despite the long drive, every minute of my visit is worth it! The staff AND Dr H are wonderful☆
Friendly staff, compassionate, knowledgeable doctor. Trust that my chronic pain will be managed well.
Dr Huffman is by far the best pain management doctor. Over the course of treatment I have had. For my Central Pain Syndrome.
I was very pleased with my experience at Interventional Pain and Regenerative Medicine Specialists. This was my first time at IPRMS and it was a world away from previous experiences elsewhere. It was good to be treated with professionalism and care. Dr. Huffman and all the other employees of the IPMRS made me feel welcome and comfortable. The patient and illustrated explanation given to me about the cause and the potential treatment of the chronic pain I am suffering was such that it made me feel that I was in safe hands. The friendliness of the environment and the time spent in reviewing and going over my records made me satisfied when I left, then you can believe they are the best. I am truly grateful and I appreciated their follow-up and willingness to answer questions also. A big thank you to all of them.
He is the best of the best at pain management. Truly a fantastic doctor. I've been when his patient for over a decade and I can't recommend him enough!
Always a good experience with Dr. Hoffman. We trust his judgment tremendously.
Dr. Huffman refilled my pain pump on 08May21. The refill went very well. No adjustments were made to the concentration of the 3 drugs in my pump. As the current concentration levels are managing my pain well. My type of pain has been classified as Central pain. I still remain sensitive to the changes to the barometric pressure. But the medication he prescribed does a reasonable job managing that pain. I continue to have pain all the time. My pain is generally in the range of 2-7 on a scale of 1-10. I continue to have occasional periods of zero pain. My central pain increases with any movement on my part. Or when anything comes in contact with my body. Such as clothing or when sitting in a chair. The pain sensation consists of a burning sensation. As well as a pins and needles sensation. With an overall pain sensation component. Especially in the areas that are touching my body. I feel my pain from the T4 level (mid chest area) all the way down to my toes. Both on the front and back of my body. The combination of the pain meds allow me to accomplish basic tasks around the house. Till the pain reaches a level that I have to stop what I am doing. The pain meds also allow me to continue to drive myself to appointments. And do light shopping for my wife and myself. But if the barometer changes or I move around too much, increasing my pain. My wife will have to do the driving and the shopping. I continue still to remain very pleased with the care I receive from Dr. Huffman. He continues to be very responsive to my concerns regarding my pain. And what can be done to mitigate the effects of the pain. At a future appointment he would like to jiggle the concentration levels of the medications in my pump. To increase the time interval between pump refills.
The lower back injection works very well.
Always very thorough. I enjoyed seeing him again
It is always a pleasure going to see Dr. Huffman. Everyone that works for him is very pleasant and helpful. Dr. Huffman is kind and patient and listens to my complaints and really knows how to help me. He is the best.
Dr.Huffman is a great doctor.
Dr. Huffman is extremely professional and always ready to address his patient's concerns and worries.
Everything and everyone in the office is professional yet warm, comforting and friendly.
Great
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