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For Pain Specialists (MD/DO)

Advanced Pain Management Training for Pain Specialists (MD/DO)

Expand your interventional capabilities with advanced procedures including radiofrequency ablation, cervical spine injections, spinal cord stimulation, and neuromodulation techniques. This advanced course is designed for board-certified pain specialists ready to offer cutting-edge treatments for complex chronic pain conditions.

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2 Days
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Advanced
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$1,899
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Advanced Pain Management Training

Why Pain Specialists Choose AAOPM for Advanced Pain Training

This advanced course is specifically designed for board-certified pain management physicians seeking to master cutting-edge procedures for treatment-resistant chronic pain.

  • Expand Your Procedural Repertoire: Add RF ablation, SCS trials, and cervical procedures to your existing pain management services.
  • Hands-On Cadaver Training: Practice advanced techniques on cadaver models under C-arm fluoroscopy guidance with expert faculty supervision.
  • Treat Complex Cases: Learn to manage patients who have failed conservative treatments and require advanced interventional approaches.
  • Become a Referral Destination: Offer services that position your practice as the go-to center for complex chronic pain in your region.
  • Premium Reimbursement: Advanced procedures like RF ablation and neuromodulation command significantly higher reimbursement rates.
Course Curriculum

What You'll Learn in Advanced Pain Management Training

A comprehensive curriculum covering advanced interventional procedures for complex chronic pain management.

Cervical Spine Procedures

Master cervical epidural injections and cervical facet joint injections for neck pain, radiculopathy, and cervical spondylosis. Learn proper patient positioning, needle placement, and contrast confirmation techniques specific to the cervical spine anatomy.

Radiofrequency Ablation

Learn RFTC (Radiofrequency Thermal Coagulation) for patients with facet-mediated axial pain. Understand lesion creation, sensory and motor testing protocols, and optimal ablation parameters for lasting pain relief.

6-12 Months Pain Relief

Spinal Cord Stimulation

Comprehensive training on SCS trial procedures, percutaneous lead placement, programming fundamentals, and patient selection criteria for chronic neuropathic pain conditions including FBSS and CRPS.

Intrathecal Pump Therapy

Learn intrathecal drug delivery systems including patient selection, trialing protocols, and long-term management of implanted pumps for cancer pain and refractory non-cancer pain.

Advanced Fluoroscopy

Advanced C-arm fluoroscopy techniques for complex cervical and thoracic procedures. Optimize imaging angles, reduce radiation exposure, and ensure precise needle placement in challenging anatomy.

Practice Growth Strategies

Learn to market advanced services, build referral networks with spine surgeons and neurologists, and position your practice as a regional center of excellence for complex pain.

For Pain Specialists

Advanced Pain Procedures Scope of Practice for Pain Specialists (MD/DO)

Understanding the capabilities and practice opportunities for board-certified pain specialists with advanced interventional training.

Full Independent Practice Authority

As a board-certified pain management physician (MD/DO), you have complete authority to perform all advanced interventional pain procedures. Your fellowship training combined with this advanced course positions you to offer the full spectrum of neuromodulation and ablative procedures. You can independently perform SCS trials, RF ablation, and intrathecal pump management, bill directly for these services, and serve as the definitive specialist for complex chronic pain in your community.

50 States with full practice authority

Premium Reimbursement

Advanced neuromodulation procedures and RF ablation are among the highest-reimbursed services in pain medicine, significantly exceeding basic injection rates.

High Reimbursement rates

Advanced Procedures Covered

  • Cervical epidural injections
  • Cervical facet joint blocks
  • Radiofrequency ablation (RFTC)
  • Spinal cord stimulation trials
  • Intrathecal pump management

Complement Your Fellowship

This course provides intensive hands-on practice with specific advanced procedures that may not have been extensively covered during your fellowship training.

Competitive Differentiation

Many pain practices refer out complex neuromodulation cases. Offering these services in-house keeps patients and revenue in your practice.

Treat Treatment-Resistant Patients

Your existing patient population likely includes individuals who have exhausted conservative options. Advanced procedures like SCS and RF ablation offer solutions for these challenging cases, improving outcomes and patient satisfaction while generating significant practice revenue.

Certification & Credentials

Receive your AAOPM Certificate of Achievement and hands-on training certification upon completion. This course provides a pathway to AAOPM Board Certification in Pain Management, adding to your existing credentials and demonstrating commitment to advanced procedural competency.

Course Calendar

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FAQ

Advanced Pain Training FAQ for Pain Specialists

Common questions about advanced pain management training for board-certified pain specialists.

Absolutely. This advanced course is specifically designed for board-certified pain management physicians who want to expand their procedural capabilities. The curriculum covers advanced techniques including RF ablation, spinal cord stimulation, and cervical procedures that complement your existing expertise. Many fellowship programs provide limited hands-on exposure to these specific procedures, making this intensive training an excellent supplement to your board certification.
This course covers procedures beyond foundational training including: cervical epidural injections, cervical facet joint blocks, radiofrequency ablation (RFTC) for facet-mediated pain, spinal cord stimulation (SCS) trial procedures including lead placement and programming basics, and intrathecal pump therapy management. You'll learn patient selection criteria, procedural techniques, equipment handling, and post-procedure management for each modality.
This intensive course provides focused, hands-on practice with specific advanced procedures using cadaver models under fluoroscopy guidance. While fellowship training covers broad pain management concepts, this course offers concentrated technical training that ensures competence and confidence in specific procedures. It's ideal for pain specialists who want dedicated practice time with RF ablation, SCS lead placement, and cervical injection techniques.
Participants who successfully complete the Advanced Pain Management Training receive an AAOPM Certificate of Achievement and hands-on training certification. This course also provides a pathway to AAOPM Board Certification in Pain Management, which complements your existing board certification and demonstrates advanced procedural competency to patients and referral sources.
As a board-certified pain specialist with MD/DO credentials, you have full independent practice authority to perform these advanced interventional procedures. The course provides the technical training and hands-on practice to build confidence and competence. Many participants begin incorporating new procedures into their practice immediately following course completion.
Advanced interventional pain procedures command premium reimbursement rates. RF ablation, SCS trials, and intrathecal pump management are among the highest-reimbursed procedures in pain medicine. These advanced capabilities also position your practice as a referral destination for complex cases that other pain practices cannot handle, significantly expanding your patient base and revenue potential.
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