World of Pain MD

#20 Dr Natalie Solomon - Cognitive Behavior Therapy - Insomnia (CBT-I)

Send us a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2381121/fan_mail/new] If you treat back and joint pain as I do, you become familiar with two patient goals. First, they want to feel better. Second, they want to understand why they hurt. As an interventional physiatrist, I spend a lot of time talking about the traditional treatment pathway—physical therapy, exercise, medications, chiropractic care, acupuncture, and, when appropriate, injections. Surgery is sometimes part of that conversation. What I've realized, though, is that something that needs to be more a part of this conversation is how is your sleep? I honestly can't think of anything that affects nearly every aspect of our physical and mental health more than getting good, restorative sleep. And if you're not sleeping well, your body's ability to heal and your perception of pain can change dramatically. That's why I'm really excited about today's conversation. Joining us is Dr. Solomon, a licensed psychologist, board-certified in Behavioral Sleep Medicine, and Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University School of Medicine. She specializes in the research and treatment of sleep disorders, including insomnia, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and nightmares. In this episode, we introduce the fundamentals of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, or CBT-I. We really just scratch the surface, but if you struggle with sleep—or especially if you're dealing with chronic pain—I think you'll find this conversation incredibly valuable. I hope you enjoy the episode, learn something new, and as always, thanks so much for watching or listening. Come see us at https://www.peachtreespine.com/contact-us/ #insomnia #medicine #sleep #pain All Things Pain With The Experts

#19 Drs Zachary McCormick & Alex Fogarty - Protecting the Future for Americans with Pain

Send us a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2381121/fan_mail/new] 🚨Sign the petition: https://tinyurl.com/Pain-Petition 🚨Peripheral nerve blocks affected: 1. Occipital nerve block and denervation 2. Stellate ganglion block 3. Trigeminal nerve block 4. Suprascapular nerve block 5. Thoracic nerve block 6. Thoracic nerve denervation 7. Genicular nerve blocks (GNB), cryoneurolysis or ablation 8. Pudendal nerve block 9. Digital nerve block 10. Posterior tibial nerve block at the tarsal tunnel 11. Ulnar nerve block 12. Denervation of the trigeminal nerve for any diagnosis other than TN 13. Any other peripheral nerves blocks or denervations not listed above 🚨How you can help: Leave comments here: NGS (DL40267): https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?lcdId=40266 Open Comment Period: closes 11/8 Noridian (DL40265): https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?lcdid=40264 [https://lnkd.in/gk9GNByM] Open Comment Period: closes 11/8 Palmetto (DL40263): https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?lcdid=40262&ver=8&contractorName=2&contractorNumber=all&proposedStatus=all&sortBy=title&bc=10 [https://lnkd.in/gVu8aTSA] Open Comment Period: closes 11/8 CGS (DL40261): https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?lcdid=40260 [https://lnkd.in/gvmiKJw8] Open Comment Period: closes 11/8 WPS (DL40300): https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?lcdid=40299&ver=2&stateRegion=all&contractorNumber=all&proposedStatus=all&sortBy=title&bc=11 [https://lnkd.in/gkkZ_yzU] Open Comment Period: closes 11/22  🚨Attending speaking events below: Open Meetings Info (CT), register through: * CGS [https://www.cgsmedicare.com/parta/medicalpolicy/articles/cope186940.html]: Tuesday, 10/28, 3–4:30 PM https://www.cgsmedicare.com/parta/medicalpolicy/articles/cope186940.html * NGS [https://www.ngsmedicare.com/web/ngs/lcd-open-meeting?selectedArticleId=2462862&lob=96664&state=97244&rgion=93624]: Thursday, 10/30, 11 AM–1 PM https://www.ngsmedicare.com/web/ngs/lcd-open-meeting?selectedArticleId=2462862&lob=96664&state=97244&rgion=93624 * Noridian [https://med.noridianmedicare.com/web/jeb/policies/lcd/open]: Thursday, 10/30, 2–4 PM https://med.noridianmedicare.com/web/jeb/policies/lcd/open * Palmetto [https://palmettogba.com/jmb/did/qgiceha8vk]: Monday, 10/27, 9–11 AM or 12–2 PM https://palmettogba.com/jmb/did/qgiceha8vk * WPS [https://www.wpsgha.com/guides-resources/view/539]: Wednesday, 10/22, 1–3 PM https://www.wpsgha.com/guides-resources/view/539 For more information, check here: https://www.ipsismed.org/news/712316/ACT-NOW-Save-Peripheral-Nerve-Block-and-RFA-Coverage.htm [https://www.ipsismed.org/news/712316/ACT-NOW-Save-Peripheral-Nerve-Block-and-RFA-Coverage.htm] The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), has proposed eliminating coverage for many peripheral nerve blocks and radiofrequency ablations. We unpack the significance of this proposal in this episode. Joining me are: Dr. Zachary McCormick, and to put it succinctly, he’s a legend. He is currently the Professor and Vice Chair of PM&R at the University of Utah and vice president of IPSIS, whose research and leadership have shaped modern interventional spine and musculoskeletal medicine, and Dr. Alex Fogarty, a Harvard-trained triple board-eligible physician in PM&R, Sports, and Pain Medicine, and a rising voice in innovation and advocacy for comprehensive pain care.  *not medical advice* *for education only*   #pain #medicine #nerve All Things Pain With The Experts

#18 Sara Kellahan, NP, Drs Elena Randazzo & Katherine Caldwell - Runner's Pain & RED-S

Send us a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2381121/fan_mail/new] Welcome back to the World of Pain MD Podcast - where we discuss all things pain with the experts —I’m Dr. Derick Davis, a physician in Pain and PM&R. Today we’re tackling running injuries and RED-S—where biomechanics, training load, and fueling intersect with mental health and performance—plus what actually helps.  I want to briefly introduce my incredible and brilliant guests, starting with Sara Kellahan, who is a nurse practitioner at the WashU Living Well Center. She practices lifestyle medicine for MSK pain, obesity, nicotine addiction, and other chronic conditions.  Next, we have Dr. Elena Randazzo, who completed her PM&R residency at Ohio State and a Sports Medicine fellowship at WashU after medical school at Mizzou. She specializes in nonoperative MSK care with a special focus on female athletes and performing artists. And lastly, Dr. Katherine Caldwell joins us. She is a former DI swimmer with an MD from Mizzou, she did her PM&R residency at Penn, and a Sports Medicine fellowship at WashU. She leads the WashU Female Athlete Program. In this episode, we will hit early warning signs for injuries, myths related to running shoes, strength, and cross-training that actually reduce injuries, and how to protect long-term bone health and performance. So let’s get into it. *not medical advice* *for education only*  #runner #pain #medicine #reds #athlete All Things Pain With The Experts

#17 Dr Samantha Meints - Pain Psychology

Send us a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2381121/fan_mail/new] Hello and welcome to the World of Pain MD podcast, where we discuss all things pain with the experts.   I am Dr Derick Davis, a physician specializing in pain management. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Samantha Meints, a clinical pain psychologist.  Dr. Meints received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Butler University, then attended Purdue University, where she obtained her PhD. She is now a clinical psychologist and established researcher at Harvard Medical School and Mass General Brigham Hospital.  In our conversation, Dr. Meints breaks down what it really means to be a pain psychologist—dispelling myths like “your pain is all in your head”—and explains how stress, trauma, and even negative thought patterns can amplify pain. She shares a personal connection to the field of pain, having suffered from psoriatic arthritis since she was 11 years old.  We’ll explore how therapies like CBT, ACT, and mindfulness can help patients regain function, reframe their relationship with pain, and even reduce its intensity.  And we’ll talk about why there are so few pain psychologists, what barriers patients face in accessing care, and the practical steps anyone can start using today to better manage their pain. So let’s get into it, and as always, thanks so much for watching or listening. I hope you enjoy this episode and learn something. *not medical advice* *for education only* #psychology #pain #medicine  All Things Pain With The Experts

#16 Dr Arti Ori - Intrathecal Pump Therapy

Send us a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2381121/fan_mail/new] Hello and welcome to the World of Pain MD podcast, where we discuss all things pain with the experts.   I am Dr Derick Davis, a physician specializing in pain management. In this episode, we speak about intrathecal pump therapy with Dr Arti Ori Dr Ori firstly, has an awesome name and secondly, is a dual board-certified Pain Management Physician and Anesthesiologist with experience in advanced interventional therapies including neuromodulation and targeted drug delivery. She is from South Africa, where she attended medical school at the University of KwaZulu-Natal and also has spent time in the UK, where she trained in Emergency Medicine. She did a surgical intern year at Brigham and Women's Hospital, where she also did her anesthesiology training. She is no doubt well qualified to be an expert in intrathecal pump therapy and management, which is truly one of her passions. In this episode, we’ll dive into how this therapy works, its indications, and the various types of medications that can be delivered through these pumps, providing both immediate relief and long-term management for multiple conditions. Dr. Ori will also discuss her experiences with the procedure, what makes it so impactful, and how it fits into the broader landscape of pain management treatments. Whether you’re a provider, patient, or just someone curious about innovative treatments, this episode is packed with valuable insights  As always, thanks so much for watching or listening. I hope you enjoy this episode and learn something. *not medical advice* *for education only* All Things Pain With The Experts