Areas of Practice
Anesthesiology
Anesthesiology is the medical specialty dedicated to the comprehensive care of patients before, during, and after surgery or medical procedures that require anesthesia. Anesthesiologists have completed 4 years of medical school and over 5 years of specialized training to ensure patient safety and comfort by administering medications that block pain, induce sedation, or render a patient unconscious, depending on the nature of the procedure.
The practice of anesthesiology goes far beyond simply "putting patients to sleep." It involves thorough preoperative assessments, careful intraoperative monitoring of vital signs and organ function, and postoperative pain management. Anesthesiologists are also experts in critical care medicine, resuscitation, and managing complex medical conditions that may affect surgical outcomes.
Anesthesiologists play a crucial role in the operating room team, working closely with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal outcomes. Their work demands a unique blend of technical expertise, real-time decision-making, and a deep commitment to patient safety and comfort.
Acute & Chronic Pain
Pain management is a specialized field of medicine focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of pain.
Acute Pain
Acute pain is typically short-term and directly related to tissue injury, surgery, or medical procedures. Acute pain management focuses on rapid relief and often involves:
Medications (such as opioids, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories, or local anesthetics)
Nerve blocks or regional anesthesia
Multimodal strategies combining pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic approaches
Effective acute pain management is essential not only for comfort but also for speeding recovery, reducing complications, and preventing the transition to chronic pain.
Chronic Pain
Chronic pain persists beyond the normal healing period, often lasting for months or years. It may result from conditions like arthritis, nerve injury, spinal disorders, or may exist without a clear underlying cause. Chronic pain can be physically and emotionally debilitating, affecting every aspect of a person's life.
Treatment involves a multidisciplinary approach, including medications, physical therapy, image guided injections, and psychological support. In select cases, Botox injections are also used to relieve chronic pain—especially in conditions like migraines, neck pain, or myofascial pain—by relaxing overactive muscles and blocking pain signals. The goal is to reduce pain, improve mobility, and enhance quality of life.
Pain specialists aim to reduce pain, improve function, and support patients in reclaiming their lives. The practice of pain medicine requires a compassionate, multidisciplinary approach that addresses both the physical and emotional dimensions of pain, tailoring treatment to each individual's unique needs.
Aesthetic Medicine
Aesthetic medicine is a rapidly growing field dedicated to enhancing and rejuvenating a person’s appearance through minimally invasive procedures. At the core of this specialty are injectable treatments, which offer effective, non-surgical solutions to address signs of aging, restore facial volume, and improve skin quality.
Common injectable treatments include:
Botox and neuromodulators – used to relax facial muscles and smooth dynamic wrinkles such as frown lines, forehead lines, and crow’s feet.
Dermal fillers – made of substances like hyaluronic acid, used to restore volume, contour the face, and reduce the appearance of static lines and folds.
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) – regenerative treatments that use a patient’s own blood components to stimulate collagen, improve skin texture, and promote natural healing.
Aesthetic medicine blends science and artistry, requiring precision, an in-depth understanding of facial anatomy, and a strong commitment to patient safety. The goal is to achieve natural-looking, refreshed results tailored to each individual’s features and aesthetic goals.