Pain Unfiltered

In this episode we talked with Dr. Anil Sharma about the Sharma foundation's partnership with ASPN. We then spoke with Dr. Krishnan Chakravarthy about his experience in turning an idea into a company.  We discussed what VCs are looking for in a startup company and the key ingredients to launching a medical device company.  We wrapped up the episode discussing the future of the interventional pain...

In this episode we discussed the current state of physicians adopting new therapies in the United States compared to internationally with Painteq CCO, Shanth Thiyagalingam. We also talked about the potential roadblocks and the regulation process in some of the global markets. We wrapped up the episode discussing the role of ISPN  in expanding interventional pain therapies to the international mark...

In this episode we discussed posterior interspinous fusion with Dr. Larry Khoo and Dr. Anuj Shah. We talked about patient selection, what to look for on imaging, and the safety profile of the Minuteman procedure. Dr. Khoo also discussed the biomechanics of interspinous fusion, including sagittal balance.  We wrapped up the episode talking about how spine surgeons and pain physicians can work toget...

In this episode we discussed what it takes to get published with Dr. David Lee. He talked about the steps you need to take to get your name on a paper.  We also discussed the pros and cons of industry funded studies. We wrapped up the episode talking about the importance of publishing.  Host, Patrick Buchanan, MD: Dr. Buchanan is double board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and P...

In this episode we discussed the role of marketing in a medical practice with the CEO and founder of Moxy, Christy Owenby. She talked about how  much physicians should spend on marketing and how they  can track their return on investment. She also shares the DO's and DONT's on using social media for marketing.  Host, Patrick Buchanan, MD: Dr. Buchanan is double board certified in Physical Medicine...

In this episode we discussed how Dr. Ajay Antony and Dr. John Stevenson collaborated together and used the MILD procedure to treat their patients. They talked about the common challenges when introducing the MILD procedure or other minimally invasive surgical procedures to spine surgeons. They gave advice on how to establish a similar partnership between the pain physician and spine surgeon.  Host...

In this episode we discussed how Justin Harvey came to specialize with pain physicians and why he partnered with ASPN. He talked about the different factors when choosing a practice and what to look for in an employment contract. Justin discussed several ways for physicians to build wealth and take advantage of taxes.  Host, Patrick Buchanan, MD: Dr. Buchanan is double board certified in Physical...

In this episode we discussed how to improve your brand as a physician and get involved with ASPN. Our guest, Dr. Melissa Murphy, shared her journey coming out of fellowship to now being one of the key opinion leaders in the pain medicine field. She shared her experience with the ASPN poster to podium program. Dr. Murphy, Dr. Deer, and Dr. Buchanan gave their advice on how to get involved with ASPN...

In this episode we discussed the various stimulation therapy options for low back pain. Our guest, Dr Rob Heros, shared his treatment algorithm for low back pain. He discussed the current data on different stimulation studies treating low back pain. He shared his experience with consulting for various medical device companies and the opportunities to be a research investigator in these studies. Dr...

In this episode we announced our first sponsorship for Season 1, Mainstay Medical, and gave our thoughts on their therapy, Reactiv8. We discussed how Painteq president, Michael Enxing, got into the medical device industry and specifically the interventional pain space. He shared his advice to individuals that are just starting in the medical device industry. He discussed  why he and his companies...

We discussed the exciting news of our partnership with the NFL and NFL Players Association. They have provided a grant funding first-of-its-kind research that will take an in-depth look into the non-invasive treatment of concussions! We're hoping this leads to more accessible therapy with low-risk options. Our guest, Erika A. Petersen, MD, is leading the team that is executing this study. Dr. Pete...

On our very first episode, we had guest, Dawood Sayed, MD, Vice Chairman and Co-Founder of ASPN. We talked about how ASPN came about and how its name was decided. ASPN's secret to success and growth in only five years has been attributed to embracing collaboration. Collaboration with scientists and engineers, and collaboration with industry. We believe we can do great things together. The future i...