Since 1991, PainCare has grown alongside our community to become the leading pain management center in southern California, specializing in the treatment of joint, neck and back pain, focusing on sports medicine and non-surgical treatments. We help our patients live and enjoy active Orange County lifestyle.
PainCare's Board Certified, fellowship trained doctors are experienced in performing highly specialized minimally-invasive procedures for treating pain at the problem's source. PainCare's treatment team includes specialty nurses, physical therapists and clinic staff. From the moment you arrive to the moment you leave, we strive to bring comfort to your visit.
PainCare's Board Certified, fellowship trained doctors are experienced in performing highly specialized minimally-invasive procedures for treating pain at the problem's source. PainCare's treatment team includes specialty nurses, physical therapists and clinic staff. From the moment you arrive to the moment you leave, we strive to bring comfort to your visit.
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Founded by Dr. Larry Ho in 1995, PainCare delivers on the need for an integrated pain treatment facility that incorporates spinal intervention, physical rehabilitation and medical management all under one roof. PainCare takes pride in our ability to provide fast, safe and effective treatment solutions under the highest standards of patient care in a professional and comfortable environment.
Each patient new to PainCare will be seen by a Board Certified Pain Specialist. This meeting is an important face to face opportunity that allows the doctor to evaluate the patient closely. This is also a good time for the patient to voice any concern, and to have questions answered. The treatment plan will be generated from this initial meeting.
After many decades as an RN specializing in ICU, CCU, urgent care and surgical care, Wendy Buchman brings her knowledge and experience to PainCare as our RN Supervisor/Clinical Director. Her interests include yoga, aerobics, pilates, hiking, photography and travel. Originally from Ohio, it still seems that Nancy knows everyone who had ever set foot in that state.
Sherri is a graduate of UC Irvine. She supervises the front office and oversees patient scheduling, insurance authorization, and billing. A people person by nature, Sherri understands that pain can be stressful. She strives to make sure each patient's visit to PainCare a pleasant one. A life-long foodie, you may see her at a local restaurant or at events such as Taste of Newport or Orange County Restaurant Week.
The prevailing approach was that if the therapy was not helping to improve a patient's condition, then it was not eligible for coverage. Shane Savage. On Sept. 3, 2010, the armored truck he was commanding near Kandahar, Afghanistan, was blown apart by a roadside bomb. His head hit the ceiling so hard that his helmet cracked.
Reviews (10)
Ally T.
Jun 28, 2021
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I've been going to Dr. Lai for nearly a decade. No dr could figure out what was wrong with me and assumed I was exaggerating. Dr. Lai within one appt figured out a myriad of issues I have that doctors have been unable to figure out. He's performed tons of outpatient procedures, helped me manage fibro and a few other really painful issues. I can say without a doubt he not only helped my body but saved my life.
I've recommended tons of people to him and I've heard nothing but great reviews upon their appt. If you have any physical issues, without a doubt go see Dr. Lai. He is
I've recommended tons of people to him and I've heard nothing but great reviews upon their appt. If you have any physical issues, without a doubt go see Dr. Lai. He is
Babe Castleforte
Jun 15, 2019
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I have been going to Dr Lai for over 10yrs and he is the most compassionate physician I have ever gone to. He has helped me so much through my pain management. When I first went to him I was on Fentanyl from a previous Dr, he weened me off of it and have felt so much better even though i have had to have a neck fusion and recently a stimulator put in my lower back which have both turned out to be successful. I highly recommend him very much.
L. C.
Sep 26, 2018
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Dr. Lai is the most amazing doctor I have found in Orange County. He actually WANTS to help me and not brush me off because I have a complicated case. I have had 3 spinal fusions and have severe nerve pain now. He said he wants to help me and said he will get me out of pain. And so far, I am almost completely out of pain!!! I have seen multiple other pain doctors and received spinal injections in the wrong areas. He studied my case thoroughly and because of that and his extensive knowledge I am a major success story. I highly recommend this doctor if you want to be out of pain and not just take
Daniel C.
Aug 20, 2017
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This facility is one of the best. The staff are great and friendly. Dr. Lai really knows his stuff. He genuinely cares and takes care of you. My quality of life has gone up 100% after my treatment in my back and neck. The VA sent me here and I have continued to make sure this is my place of treatment. As far as the guy above complaining about signing a cancellation form, it is still a place of business. Not everything can be a handout. If I could give this place 10 stars I would.
Rayhaneh E.
Mar 21, 2017
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I have been suffering from low back pain for over 4 years. Dr. Lai told me very early on to get an injection so I can be pain free for a while and strengthen my abs and lower back but I was hesitant to do that. I took so many other routes like chiro, acupuncture, massages, physical therapy...but nothing really helped. I finally got my injections in Jan of 2017. The procedure was pain free and quick. Dr. Lai told me I might have some soreness the first few days but I didn't have any pain. It has been two and half months and I am doing good. I do Pilates with private instructor. Before getting
Juan G.
Oct 11, 2016
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The VA scheduled me an appointment at this location so I walked in 30 minutes early prior to my appointment since it was my first time there. I filled out everything except the appointment cancellation paper work because due to my work schedule there will be times I have to cancel same day and I shouldn't be charged 25 dollars because I have to cancel same day or 50 dollars because I miss a injection shot. So they turned me away because I wouldn't sign that paper. This is a business that is suppose to help people. These company's are so greedy trying to make a dime on everything
Bill P.
Mar 28, 2014
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Dr. Lai is a compassionate, friendly, intelligent, and caring doctor. I have had ACL reconstructive knee surgery on both of my knees and I have pain daily. I am too young for knee replacements so I rely on pain management and knee injections. Dr Lai is not a pain pill doctor for those who just are looking for their next fix. He is totally legit and has been my favorite doctor ever. My wife, dad, mom, and mother-in-law have seen Dr. Lai and we just love him dearly. BTW the staff is also friendly and everyone seems like they enjoy their jobs. Dr Lai sets the stage. Anyone that suffers from chronic
Lily S.
May 30, 2013
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I was suffered with shoulder pain for over year. Some of the doctors just prescribe strong pain medication to me, which I dislike to take. My shoulder pain was just getting worse and worse until I met with Dr. Ho & Dr. Lai. Because my shoulder was swelling and I couldn't lift it up at all, he refer me to the physical therapist, Kristen. I really liked her too, and she never forces me like other therapy places. I can't say enough how much I appreciate Dr. Ho and his staff, with out them my life will still be with pain and suffering. I like Dr. Ho, Dr. Lai, their physical therapist
Krissy S.
Jan 09, 2013
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I have been going to Paincare Medical Group for about 5 months now. I have suffered from low back and cervical neck pain for many years and specifically the last 13 months have been continuous, aggravating pain.
There is no such thing as a miracle cure when it comes to this type of pain, so in lieu of a miracle you should at least be able to have a great doctors office to help you manage the process of finding relief.
Dr. Lai and his staff are excellent at working through my issues and are always willing to try something new or offer a new option to me. Dr. Lai always listens to my concerns
There is no such thing as a miracle cure when it comes to this type of pain, so in lieu of a miracle you should at least be able to have a great doctors office to help you manage the process of finding relief.
Dr. Lai and his staff are excellent at working through my issues and are always willing to try something new or offer a new option to me. Dr. Lai always listens to my concerns
Sojin H.
May 05, 2012
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Awful! over priced physical therapy! not honest with patient!
I don't really know who is responsible for this but it feels like they pretty much tricked me to continue my physical therapy with them. After the first visit, I asked how much I would have to owe for each visit and their response was "nothing". After the first 4 visits I was too busy with work to continue my therapy and had to stop going for a little over a month. At that time they sent me an email saying that I owe them over $550 for just the four visits and that is even after the deductible and the insurance coverage
I don't really know who is responsible for this but it feels like they pretty much tricked me to continue my physical therapy with them. After the first visit, I asked how much I would have to owe for each visit and their response was "nothing". After the first 4 visits I was too busy with work to continue my therapy and had to stop going for a little over a month. At that time they sent me an email saying that I owe them over $550 for just the four visits and that is even after the deductible and the insurance coverage
