Pain Management Center
Unresolved pain is often a quality of life issue. Activities
once enjoyed may no longer be possible. After countless doctors'
visits and a myriad of approaches to managing or alleviating pain,
many give up-feeling that they have tried everything and have no
choice but to live with their pain. But there is a choice-The Pain
Management Center at Lahey Outpatient Center, Danvers (formerly
Beverly Hospital at Danvers) -- on Boston's North Shore. The pain
center is designed to help you manage or reduce your unresolved
pain symptoms, enhance your day-to-day functions, and improve your
overall quality of life.
Comprehensive Pain Center
At the core of the Pain Management Center is a team of
experienced health professionals from multiple specialties
dedicated to caring for individuals experiencing acute or chronic
pain. The center's physicians are board certified in pain medicine,
neurosurgery, physiatry (nerve, bone and muscle experts) and
psychiatry. Additional members of the team specialize in
psychology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, acupuncture,
Reiki, massage, and wellness and disease management. Care is
coordinated by a pain medicine nurse practitioner, and an
individual care plan is designed for each patient. Together and in
one convenient location, the Pain Management Center team ensures
that every possible avenue is pursued when treating and managing a
wide variety of pain-related conditions.
An Extensive Array of Treatment Options
The Pain Management Center offers an extensive range of treatment options including
interventional procedures performed in a state-of-the-art
interventional procedure suite, rehabilitation, medication
management, alternative therapies, counseling, support and
education. Individual treatment plans include one, some or all of
these services, and are revisited at regular intervals and modified
as needed.
Becoming a Patient
Individuals living with chronic or acute pain should talk with
their primary care providers to discuss possible treatment at the
Pain Management Center. When a referral is appropriate, the primary
care physician fills out a referral form and faxes it to the Pain
Management Center. After it is received, a member of the center's
staff calls the patient to schedule an appointment.
At the first appointment, the patient meets with a Pain
Management Center physician who is board certified in anesthesia
and pain medicine. Together, they develop a treatment plan that
includes referrals to all of the specialists whose services are
appropriate for that individual's needs. All diagnostic and
treatment services are provided in one convenient location at the
Pain Management Center and appointments are coordinated by the
center's nurse practitioner.
Insurance
The Pain Management Center accepts most health insurances and
HMOs. Most plans require a referral from your primary care
provider. Check with your health insurance company regarding your
coverage and co-pays if any.
