In this episode we discussed the state peripheral nerve stimulation with Dr. Mehul Desai. Dr. Timothy Deer talked about the history of peripheral nerve stimulation and how far its come. We then discussed the current data and rising indications to treat different pain generators. 

Host, Patrick Buchanan, MD:

Dr. Buchanan is double board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. His goal is to help his patients get their life back by managing their pain and focus on things they love and enjoy.

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Host, Timothy Deer, MD:

Dr. Deer is the president and CEO of the Spine and Nerve Centers of the Virginias. Dr. Deer has led a revolution in interventional spine and nerve care by teaching thousands of physicians an algorithmic approach to care including methods that are less invasive at a lower risk for complications.

https://centerforpainrelief.com/about/tim-deer-md/

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Guest, Mehul Desai MD:

Dr. Desai is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. He specializes in the use of cutting edge technologies for the treatment of musculoskeletal pain and disease. 

https://www.isppcenter.com/provider/mehul-j-desai-md-mph

Guest, Dr. Morad Nasseri MD:

Dr. Nasseri is board certified in Neurology. He completed his Pain Fellowship at Wayne State University. 

https://www.synergexmed.com/providers/pain-management/dr-morad-nasseri/

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