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Dr. Amit M. Patel, MD is the founding interventional pain physician at Integrity Pain & Wellness in Scottsdale, AZ, Mesa, AZ, and Prescott, AZ. He is dedicated to returning patients to an optimal quality of life and has an unparalleled background. Following residency training at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Anesthesiology and Critical Care, he completed a fellowship in Interventional Pain Management at the Mayo Clinic.

Dr. Patel has been published in several peer-reviewed journals and scored in the 97th percentile on the Pain Management Board exam..

In addition to his academic training par excellence, Dr. Patel is also a Certified Independent Medical Examiner. Aside from his academic and professional accolades, he has a reputation for being a caring and precise diagnostician, who works in close partnership with his patients.

Dr. Patel continues to pioneer new and advanced techniques in Interventional Pain Management through his role as a clinical investigator for research trials.  He was the first physician to bring outpatient ketamine infusion therapy to Arizona, as well as Stellate Ganglion Blockade for PTSD.  Dr. Patel's vision for Integrity is to provide world-class interventional pain procedures to our patients while working to keep patient costs as reasonable as possible.

Dr. Amit M. Patel, MD is the founding interventional pain physician at Integrity Pain & Wellness in Scottsdale, AZ, Mesa, AZ, and Prescott, AZ. He is dedicated to returning patients to an optimal quality of life and has an unparalleled background. Following residency training at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Anesthesiology and Critical Care, he completed a fellowship in Interventional Pain Management at the Mayo Clinic.

Dr. Patel has been published in several peer-reviewed journals and scored in the 97th percentile on the Pain Management Board exam..

In addition to his academic training par excellence, Dr. Patel is also a Certified Independent Medical Examiner. Aside from his academic and professional accolades, he has a reputation for being a caring and precise diagnostician, who works in close partnership with his patients.

Dr. Patel continues to pioneer new and advanced techniques in Interventional Pain Management through his role as a clinical investigator for research trials.  He was the first physician to bring outpatient ketamine infusion therapy to Arizona, as well as Stellate Ganglion Blockade for PTSD.  Dr. Patel's vision for Integrity is to provide world-class interventional pain procedures to our patients while working to keep patient costs as reasonable as possible.

Dr. Amit M. Patel, MD is the founding interventional pain physician at Integrity Pain & Wellness in Scottsdale, AZ, Mesa, AZ, and Prescott, AZ. He is dedicated to returning patients to an optimal quality of life and has an unparalleled background. Following residency training at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Anesthesiology and Critical Care, he completed a fellowship in Interventional Pain Management at the Mayo Clinic.

Dr. Patel has been published in several peer-reviewed journals and scored in the 97th percentile on the Pain Management Board exam..

In addition to his academic training par excellence, Dr. Patel is also a Certified Independent Medical Examiner. Aside from his academic and professional accolades, he has a reputation for being a caring and precise diagnostician, who works in close partnership with his patients.

Dr. Patel continues to pioneer new and advanced techniques in Interventional Pain Management through his role as a clinical investigator for research trials.  He was the first physician to bring outpatient ketamine infusion therapy to Arizona, as well as Stellate Ganglion Blockade for PTSD.  Dr. Patel's vision for Integrity is to provide world-class interventional pain procedures to our patients while working to keep patient costs as reasonable as possible.

Integrity Pain provides the most advanced and effective treatment for spine, joint, and neurologic pain. Our practice specializes in minimally invasive and non-invasive solutions for spine, joint, and nerve pain, with locations in Scottsdale, Mesa, Glendale, and Prescott, AZ.

Our team focuses on interventional treatments, which minimize reliance on oral medications.  The goal is to treat pain directly at the source, utilizing fluoroscopic and ultrasound guidance.  We aim to reduce or avoid the use of addictive opioid medications.  

Committed to providing compassionate pain relief to patients throughout the entire Valley, we always provide an individualized approach to care, based on diagnostic studies and symptoms.

At Integrity Pain, the focus is always to address the core issues causing the pain with the goal of returning function while minimizing pain for each patient as fast as possible.

 

ELECTIVE PROCEDURES

• Regenerative Medicine: Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy

At Integrity Pain & Wellness, we are committed to offering cutting-edge treatments to promote healing and restore function. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a cornerstone of our regenerative medicine offerings. PRP involves using a patient’s own blood, which is processed to concentrate the platelets and growth factors, and then injected into damaged tissues to stimulate natural healing. This minimally invasive treatment is effective for conditions such as joint pain, tendon injuries, and osteoarthritis. By harnessing the body’s own healing mechanisms, PRP offers a safe and innovative approach to pain relief and tissue repair, helping patients return to their active lifestyles.

• PTSD Treatment with Stellate Ganglion Block

Our interventional pain practice is uniquely qualified to offer stellate ganglion block (SGB) for the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). SGB is a targeted injection of local anesthetic near the stellate ganglion, a collection of nerves in the neck, to help regulate the body’s “fight or flight” response, which is often overactive in PTSD. Interventional pain specialists, like those at Integrity Pain & Wellness, are highly trained in image-guided procedures, ensuring precision and safety during SGB. Our expertise in managing complex pain conditions and performing advanced nerve blocks allows us to deliver this specialized treatment with the highest level of skill, offering patients relief from PTSD symptoms such as anxiety, hypervigilance, and emotional distress.

• Ketamine Infusion Therapy for Pain, PTSD, and Depression

Ketamine infusion therapy is a transformative treatment we offer for chronic pain, PTSD, and depression. Administered in a controlled, low-dose setting, ketamine works by modulating pain pathways and promoting neuroplasticity, which can help alleviate symptoms of these conditions. As an anesthesiology practice, Integrity Pain & Wellness is uniquely positioned to provide ketamine infusions safely and effectively. Our anesthesiologists have extensive training in pharmacology, patient monitoring, and managing medications with sedative properties, ensuring precise dosing and patient safety during infusions. Unlike other specialties, our expertise in anesthesiology allows us to tailor treatments to each patient’s needs while minimizing risks, making us the ideal choice for this advanced therapy.

 

Dr. Amit M. Patel, MD is the founding interventional pain physician at Integrity Pain & Wellness in Scottsdale, AZ, Mesa, AZ, and Prescott, AZ. He is dedicated to returning patients to an optimal quality of life and has an unparalleled background. Following residency training at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Anesthesiology and Critical Care, he completed a fellowship in Interventional Pain Management at the Mayo Clinic.

Dr. Patel has been published in several peer-reviewed journals and scored in the 97th percentile on the Pain Management Board exam..

In addition to his academic training par excellence, Dr. Patel is also a Certified Independent Medical Examiner. Aside from his academic and professional accolades, he has a reputation for being a caring and precise diagnostician, who works in close partnership with his patients.

Dr. Patel continues to pioneer new and advanced techniques in Interventional Pain Management through his role as a clinical investigator for research trials.  He was the first physician to bring outpatient ketamine infusion therapy to Arizona, as well as Stellate Ganglion Blockade for PTSD.  Dr. Patel's vision for Integrity is to provide world-class interventional pain procedures to our patients while working to keep patient costs as reasonable as possible.

Dr. Ifeoma Dunn is the CEO and founder of Greenland Behavioral Health. She is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who graduated with her Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Michigan-Flint. Before she became a Doctor of Nursing Practice mental health professional, Dr. Dunn worked as a psychiatric nurse with individuals that had various mental health challenges in both hospital settings and correctional facilities. As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, Dr. Dunn currently works in Baltimore serving individuals with substance abuse disorders and mental health challenges. She also extends her psychiatric mental health services to the geriatric population, ensuring they receive adequate behavioral health services needed to maintain their quality of life.

Madeleine was born and raised in Miami Beach and received her undergraduate degree in history from the university of Florida with a concentration in holocaust studies. Madeleine went on to complete her masters in mental health counseling at Nova Southeastern University. She spent her practicum year working with schizophrenic and substance abuse clients and has since then been working with adolescents and young adults suffering from anxiety, depression, OCD and more. Madeleine believes in an integrated approach to counseling using a variety of therapeutic techniques including cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic. She believes that a strong client-therapist relationship is a foundation for achieving growth and healing. Additionally Madeleine values a safe, non judgmental space for her clients and hopes to assist her clients in overcoming any obstacles they face. Madeleine has always had a passion for helping others and believes strongly in the therapeutic benefits of approaching mental health from a holistic standpoint.

Lourdes E. Velazquez Perez, ARNP, FNP B-C, is a professionally trained Family Nurse Practitioner with a strong background in psychiatric services. She is a foreign Medical Doctor who graduated in Cuba from the University of Medicine of Havana, “Calixto Garcia.” She has more than eight years of experience in the medical field.

She treats patients with psychiatric conditions like depression, anxiety disorders, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and other mental health diagnoses. She is passionate and dedicated to her work and patients’ health outcomes.

She initially attended Miami Regional University in Miami, Florida, where she earned her Associated Science Degree in Nursing. She worked as OB/GYN and transitional care nurse at Hialeah Hospital. Then she pursued her Master of Science in Nursing with a subspecialty in Family care. Lourdes is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner licensed in Florida, holding a national certification with the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). She has worked primarily in Psychiatric settings, but she also performed as a pain management NP. While working full-time, she returned to St. Thomas University to continue with her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Postmaster, which will be finalized by August 2022.

Lourdes is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.

I work tirelessly to provide high quality patient care since 17 years. As a patient advocate and Psychiatrist Mental Health Nurse Practitioner I always work for my patients best interests. For 17 years I have worked to provide high quality, personalized, and holistic patient care.

Elizabeth Lokenauth is a board-certified physician associate. She earned her Bachelor of Science in health sciences at Mercy College. During this time, she simultaneously worked as a patient care technician at Garnet Health Medical Center. After graduating with her Bachelor of Science, she earned a Master of Science in physician assistant studies at Mercy College. Elizabeth completed her psychiatry training at New York-Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health Center. She was intrigued by the field and knew she could positively impact people’s lives based on her knowledge and life experiences.

Davie Psychiatry, LLC, offers exceptional psychiatric and mental health services to children, teens, and adults in Davie, Florida. Adara Abdalah, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, understands it can be hard to reach out for mental health care and strives to help new and existing patients feel welcome, safe, and comfortable. Others need in-depth care for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Adara also offers assessments and treatment for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). As a skilled psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, Adara offers comprehensive care to anyone struggling with emotional, behavioral, and cognitive challenges. Adara collaborates with patients to create individualized treatment plans. With Adara’s expertise in medication management, therapy, and lifestyle modifications, each patient receives expert care that meets their goals and improves their mental well-being.

She also enjoys boating, fishing, CrossFit, and being home with her family.In addition, she has a big heart for animals. She believes animals are very therapeutic and participates in ESA letters when needed. Lastly, she enjoys traveling and learning about different cultures and religions and loves trying new food.

Oko Akrong, PMHNP-BC, RN, MSN, is passionate about caring for patients. As a veteran, he knows first hand the effects of mental illness and how it negatively affects qualifications of life. His focus is to provide relief and help patients live their best lives. He is licensed in D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia servicing the whole DMV area. Oko Akrong received his PMHNP from Regis College. He works with adolescents and adults struggling with depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, PTSD, psychotic disorders, and more. During treatment, Oko uses a client-centered solution-focused approach to provide the best possible care. He believes good communication and active listening leads to the best solution, and he uses these skills to help patients move forward in life. He believes hold heartedly that the relationship he has with his patients is one of a navigator whose job it is to use his skills, knowledge and education to create a clear cut path to the patients happiness.