3 Best Pain Management Doctors in Washington, DC

“Dr. John F. Dombrowski is board-certified with advanced specialty training in pain medicine. He is on staff at Georgetown University Hospital and Suburban Hospital. He is affiliated with Aspen Valley Hospital. Dr. John specializes in advanced minimally invasive diagnostics and treatment modalities for various chronic spine and pain conditions. Dr. Dombrowski offers comprehensive care for a full range of chronic pain conditions and coordinates care. He is dedicated to the care and treatment of patients with chronic pain. Dr. John strives to deliver comprehensive pain care in a comfortable, clean, and attractive environment. He is a published author, has been seen on The Today Show to discuss the latest technologies in pain medicine, and is a respected educator in the Pain Management community. Dr. John provides customized pain management solutions to help patients to get and stay healthy, active, and pain-free. He performs most procedures under X-ray guidance for precise localization and safety. Dr. John F. Dombrowski currently practices at The Washington Pain Center. The clinic is designed specifically for the care of patients in pain. They understand the physical and emotional toll pain can cause on both the patient and the patient’s family. The Washington Pain Center also provides care in a multidisciplinary manner.”

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“Dr. Mehul Desai has received extensive training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He finished his fellowship in pain medicine at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He specializes in using cutting-edge technologies to treat musculoskeletal pain and disease. He provides comprehensive care to International Spine Pain & Performance Center patients. Dr. Mehul Desai serves as the principal investigator on a number of clinical trials while also serving on the steering committee of several other trials. Furthermore, Dr. Desai is an active member of the North American Neuromodulation Society and the American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, serving on multiple committees. He is interested in health economics, health policy, and advocacy. Dr. Mehul Desai has experience treating several conditions, including osteoarthritis, tendon injuries, and discogenic pain. He has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles. Dr. Mehul also provides annual presentations to medical professional audiences across the globe, including Hong Kong, Dubai, China, Italy, and the United States. His service is also available in Arlington, Virginia.”

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“Dr. Babak Arvanaghi completed his residency training at George Washington University. Dr. Babak did his pain management fellowship at Harvard University's Brigham and Women's Hospital. He is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. He has over 32 years of experience in the medical field. He is a founding member of the Pain Management Institute. Dr. Babak has expertise in Antidepressants, anticonvulsants, and anti-inflammatory medications. He has performed tens of thousands of procedures in his many years of practice. He focuses on personalized care for his patient's chronic pain problems. Dr. Babak offers pain relief care of the highest quality with convenient patient access and a patient-focused atmosphere. Dr. Babak Arvanaghi currently practices at the Pain Management Institute (PMI). The clinic has served DC/Maryland/Virginia patients for over 20 years. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments. They are the region's most experienced pain management group and have been recognized as the best by Washingtonian Magazine, Checkbook Magazine, Bethesda Magazine, and others.”

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