Dr. Robert Valentine obtained his MD from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences located in Little Rock. His primary focus is to advance the fields of interventional and rehabilitative medicine. With specialized expertise in treating chronic back pain, failed back syndrome, and whiplash injury pain, Dr. Robert has become a leading physician in his field. He was the first medical professional in Arkansas to perform intradiscal electrothermal therapy (IDET), an innovative treatment for chronic discogenic back pain. Dr. Robert has also served on the board of directors for the American Society of Anesthesiologists and the Society for Pain Practice Management. Utilizing implantable dual-lead spinal cord stimulation systems to control lower back pain, Dr. Robert creates individualized treatment plans for each of his patients.
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ROBERT VALENTINE, MD - INTERVENTIONAL MEDICAL ASSOCIATES REVIEWS
Dr. Valentine is the best. He has gone out of his way to fit me into his schedule when I was in severe pain and really helped me out. He has his own fluoroscopy table in the office so he can offer epidurals and be done in just a few minutes. Dr. Valentine is the best. He has gone out of his way to fit me into his schedule when I was in severe pain and really helped me out. He has his own fluoroscopy table in the office so he can offer epidurals and be done in just a few minutes.
Excellent experience physician and takes as much time as you need. DR. Valentine listens to your concerns and explains everything in detail. He is very approachable, very laid back, and just an all-around good person who cares about his patients.
My Dr Valentine is the best doctor in the world. His office staff is over and above wonderful. I am treated with the upmost professional help.
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Dr. Ajay Antony is a distinguished specialist in interventional pain medicine and anesthesiology based in Gainesville. He completed his medical degree from St. George University School of Medicine. Dr. Ajay's extensive knowledge includes expertise in Dorsal root ganglion stimulation, Spinal Cord Stimulation, and Neurostimulation. He is actively involved in groundbreaking research aimed at advancing the field of interventional pain medicine. Dr. Ajay's primary focus is on minimally invasive advanced surgical procedures with a special emphasis on the spine and specialized options for chronic post-surgical pain. His unwavering commitment is to provide the highest level of care to his patients. Currently, Dr. Ajay practices at The Orthopaedic Institute.
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AJAY ANTONY, MD - THE ORTHOPAEDIC INSTITUTE REVIEWS
Dr Antony was very helpful with informing me of different pain management options that are offered as well as answering my questions regarding ones that are not offered there. It was a very good experience. I was very happy with Dr Antony and definitely recommend him if you want to explore other options for pain management! He is very kind and listens and explores what has previously worked and not worked.
Fantastic. I am beyond please having the minimally invasive LinQ S.i. joint stabilization. Dr. Antony cares about his patients. Could not believe that I had procedure outpatient and walked to waiting car to travel home shortly after procedure. No pain- not even a Tylenol in last ten days since procedure
Dr. Anthony was very careful when injecting my back. He checked with me almost constantly to see if I was o.k. and continually kept me updated on the procedure. I felt very confident of the procedure being done correctly!
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Dr. Rigoberto Puente Guzman is board certified in Pain Medicine, Electrodiagnostic Medicine and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. He received his medical degree from Ponce Health Sciences University, Ponce, Puerto Rico. Dr. Rigoberto has more than 30 years of experience in the field of pain medicine. Dr. Rigoberto focuses on arthritis, spondylitis, and osteoarthritis treatments. His practice is also available at 4741 NW 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL. He is board-certified in the American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine, American Board of Independent Medical Examiners, and American Board of Subspecialty in Pain Medicine. Dr. Rigoberto listens very carefully to the nature of a patient's disturbances as well as any side effects associated with medications in order to modify or change dosages as needed. He is practicing at Simed Interventional Pain Management.
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RIGOBERTO PUENTE GUZMAN, MD - SIMED INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGEMENT REVIEWS
I've had two different procedures done by Dr. Puente, both a number of times over a number of years. I've had one of these procedures done also by two other doctors elsewhere (injections of steroids and a numbing agent into the painful joint). Dr. Puente has been by far and away the most gentle and effective. It just plain doesn't hurt when he does the injections nor is it painful the way he does the burning of the nerves. And both procedures have worked better and longer than anywhere else. At both other places (one in Florida, one in another state) they asked me if I wanted general anesthesia for just the injections. I have never had that. To my mind, it adds another level of risk to the procedure--but if you need it, you need it. But, as I said, honestly, neither procedure hurts at his hand. Maybe a pinch, nothing more. At the other two doctors' offices, it hurt significantly more than that, tho it was certainly bearable. For whatever reason, Puente's technique also yields better results. I'm not sure if he is more experienced or if his good results come from his kind nature and gentle approach. In any event, this is the doctor you want at the helm if you have nerve and/or joint pain that require an experienced and careful practitioner.
He's the greatest.I've had more than MY share of Spine injections and he's Been the only one that Didn't send me through the roof. He has the kindest and caring and gentleness I've Ever Experienced.
No wait time to be seen. Dr. Puente was extremely pleasant and helpful while maintaining professionalism. Was nervous about emg/ncs study and he made me at ease and the test was mostly painless. Would definitely recommend.
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