Chronic pain is a major medical condition characterized by pain lasting beyond six months or the normal time required to heal. Although ketamine has been used as anesthesia in operating rooms for many years, ketamine IV infusion therapy is one of the. Our clinic concentrates on difficult and challenging cases, for which we provide various treatment options.
Along with choices and alternatives, we also give you hope and care. If you live with chronic pain and you have avoided seeking treatment because you don't want surgery, then you have come to the right place. Interventional Anesthesia & Pain Management Clinic is an interventional pain management center that has ways.
Along with choices and alternatives, we also give you hope and care. If you live with chronic pain and you have avoided seeking treatment because you don't want surgery, then you have come to the right place. Interventional Anesthesia & Pain Management Clinic is an interventional pain management center that has ways.
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At the forefront in pain management, the Interventional Anesthesia & Pain Management Clinic is one of Pasadena's most established and well-respected pain clinics, specializing in management and treatment of acute and chronic pain. With over 50 years of combined experience, our accomplished team of physicians and specialists is devoted to providing you with the highest-quality medical care to combat your pain and enhance your life.
All Columbia Associates clinicians have advanced training in working with children, adolescents, and adults, allowing us to correctly diagnose both common and difficult-to-identify disorders. Treatment begins with an initial evaluation and recommendations, which often combine psychotherapy and medication for complete care, as well as exercise and relaxation techniques.
What do you look for when you're choosing a pain physician? Do you want a doctor who takes the time to get to know you and can manage your needs? Or a doctor who answers your questions thoroughly and maintains firm medical knowledge that will make you feel most comfortable? At Interventional Anesthesia & Pain Management Clinic, we are compassionate about your health and promise that we will treat you as an individual with unique needs.
Each year, approximately 14 million people learn the disheartening news that they have cancer. In many cases, cancer itself can cause pain, but in other cases it could be caused by the treatment or the tests done in order to obtain the diagnosis. Whether you experience any pain is mostly dependent on the type/stage of cancer you have and your pain tolerance level.
Millions of Americans suffer from severe chronic back pain, which has many causes. Four out of five Americans will experience back pain sometime in their lives. Low back pain is the leading cause of disability in the United States. It's the most common reason why people miss work and the reason most often cited when people ask for a doctor's appointment.
Reviews (9)
Toni Howe
Aug 28, 2021
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I met and conferred with Dr. Malek and his very lovely staff regarding significant pain and discomfort that I was experiencing going down the left side of my body from my sciatica all the way to my ankle. He took his time with me and helped me to understand what was going on with my body. The staff then scheduled an appointment for me to come in for a pain management treatment. The appointment/treatment went so well that three and a half weeks later I virtually have no more pain. He is a miracle worker as far as I am concerned. I want anyone out there that is experiencing any sort of pain and distress
Alicia Semon
Aug 04, 2021
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The staff is VERY attentive and helpful. Dr. Malik is caring and knowledge about everything I told him about. I went in to the office for a consult - but I was in such terrible pain, he got right to me! I left feeling SO much better! My second visit was equally as productive. There are many doctors that go through a routine, but Dr. Malik and his staff are quality people who really care about their patients. Do not be turned off about the location, a visit to his office will have you feeling better and hopeful about your recovery!
Tiffany Curiel
Jun 06, 2021
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Yes he does indeed have anger issues, he raised his voice at me simply for saying I still have pain, it was so random. I didn't even feel tension leading up to the outburst but he just kinda yelled "listen,I give up, go back to your primary doctor!" Also just a heads up, I was given anesthesia 3-4 dosage for my "minor procedure" but was left crying in pain. My cries were heard from the waiting room even though he stated it was enough to make 5 people "comfortable" for this procedure, but I can assure you I felt EVERYTHING. To make things better it wasn't even worth it cause I'm still having pain
Nelvyn Russell
Jan 02, 2021
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I really recommend this doctor for pain management. Doctor Malek on your first visit sit with you and explains everything with you. When i came for my injection, i was feeling nervous. But right after, I feel like i can do anything because i have no pain. I hope this review helps anyone to seek Dr. Malek and this treatment because they really works. :) Thank you Dr. Malek
Richard Spezzano
Dec 18, 2020
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I came in today in today after a year of pain relive with the radio frequency ablation, I have lots of faith in the injections and of course Dr.Malek and his stuff are wonderful. After 2 fail back surgery , this procedures have safe me from more surgery, but mostly important from the horrible pain. want relive from chronic pain. Dr. Malek is the way to go. back bracing and physical therapy. this is the best pain clinic the stuff and Dr. are very caring and loving stuff.
Della Regan
Dec 16, 2020
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Today i came in to the office after 11/2 of my first treatment, my first consultation i was a little skeptical about the treatment. Today i came in because my pain is coming back after a year and half of paint free, if you are struggling with pain look no farther, you have Dr.Malek and his staff that listen to you and are wonderful friendly and kind. The injections work with no need of taking so much pain medication.
Mark Stephens
Aug 05, 2020
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I have undergone 5 back surgeries. I thought I was heading for a 6th but was able to find Dr. Malek. He identified that my pain may not be just the discs, but also some arthritic components. He spends a lot of time actually examining you, talking to you, and determining what will be best (many other pain mgmt docs will just look at your MRI and/or x-rays and predetermine what they will do). He gave me an RAdiofrequency ablation procedure which left me as pain free as I had been in years. His staff is also very friendly and accommodating. I would recommend any one with chronic pain see Dr Malek
Joyce Acquaah
Dec 11, 2019
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Dr Malek is excellent with all the procedures that Ive had with him. From the beginning I was limping and in pain, now i am not limping and with little to no pain! The doctor and staff are fantastic. The progress with this doctor and amazing and he cares about me. He is the best pain management doctor I’ve had and I highly recommended. The assistant helping me always with my questions and working with me to feel very comfortable. Signed Joyce Acquaah
Joyce Doyle
Oct 04, 2019
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From the first time I called in to make an appointment the staff on the phone was extremely nice and professional. During my visits Dr malek takes his time to see what’s wrong with you and layout various plans to improve your situation. All of the staff members here at the office are pleasant, willing to help, professional at all times. Dr Malek’s treatments helped me tremendously and eventually helped me get pain free. I wouldn’t go to anyone else for pain management. If I could I’d rate him and his office a 10.
