Month January 2026
Which Doctor to Consult for Lower Back Pain? A Pain Management–Focused Treatment Guide
Pain management specialists play a critical role in diagnosing the source of lower back pain and delivering non-surgical, image-guided treatments designed to relieve nerve compression, reduce inflammation, and restore spinal stability. Lower back pain is one of the most common…
Foot Arch Pain: Causes, Relief, and When to See a Doctor
What causes pain in the arch of your foot, how to tell plantar fasciitis from a tendon problem, home relief that works, and when to see a specialist.
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Meet Our Pain Management & Orthopedic Specialists
Board-certified physicians dedicated to accurate diagnosis and minimally invasive care.
Pain Management
John Akhnoukh, M.D.
Board Certified Anesthesiologist & Interventional Pain Management Physician
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Pain Management
James Yu, D.O.
Board Certified Anesthesiologist & Interventional Pain Management Physician
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Pain Management
Benjamin Souferi, D.O.
Fellowship-Trained Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (Cleveland Clinic)
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Improve your quality of life with our comprehensive approach to pain management
We are dedicated to finding individualized treatment options tailored to fit your needs. Our team is dedicated to helping you lead a productive and active life, free from pain and disruption.
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Pain management and orthopedic care across New York and New Jersey.