Dr. Richard S. Gahn, MD | Saint Louis, MO | Pain Medicine

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Advanced Pain Control, Ltd, specializes in the interventional treatment of pain related to the spine and nervous system. Our mission is to provide timely access to pain relief through the accurate diagnosis and prompt treatment of pain utilizing interventional procedures.

Our procedures include Epidural Steroid Injections, Sacroiliac Joint Injections, Facet Joint Injections, Joint Injections (Knee, Shoulder, Hip), Trigger Point Injections, Radiofrequency Nerve Ablation (Neurolysis/Rhizotomy), Spinal Cord Stimulator Trials / Placement, Disc Decompression, IDET, Discography, Vertebroplasty, Selective Nerve Root Blocks.

We participate in all major insurance plans, including: AARP, Aetna, Anthem/Blue Cross&Blue Shield, Cigna, Exclusive Choice, Coventry/GHP, Healthlink, Medicare, Mercy Health Plans, Tricare, United Health Care, Worker's Comp and Personal Injury.

We are presently accepting new patients. Our staff is friendly, caring and willing to help.

accepting new patients
4.5

37 Ratings
38 years of experience
speaks English
St Louis University School Of Medicine
22 written reviews
2 specialties
14 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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The best pain management Dr. I went to 2 others before Dr Gahn. He is the only one that helped me

November 3rd, 2020

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Dr. Gahn has a great bedside manner. He answers questions thoroughly and completely. He doesn't make one feel as though questions are irrelevant and a waste of his time. Dr. Gahn actually cares about his patient's pain levels. I have referred several people, with chronic pain, to him and will continue to do so. I honestly believe that Dr. Gahn saved my life due to his treatments and medications. My quality of life improved tremendously under his care. God Bless Dr. Gahn and his staff.

May 8th, 2020

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So rude that I truly believe his attitude is harmful to patients. Simply deplorable. There is no reason to treat people with such aggressive disrespect.

February 10th, 2019

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Great doctor and is very helpful with any questions you have.Also very steady with the needle.

May 21st, 2018

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One of the best doctors I have ever been to. Compassionate.

November 22nd, 2017

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Dr Gahn was recommended by another surgeon. He is empathetic yet wise in delivering injections. He knows what he is doing and will plan a treatment that will relieve pain but not overdo the situation.

October 31st, 2016

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Iâ??ve been with Dr. Gahn for approximately 16 years. I have degenerative arthritis of the spine and he manages to keep me on my feet and moving! Heâ??s very understanding and compassionate. He takes time with his patients and listens. You would be very hard pressed to find another doctor that has his qualities and level of expertise. And his staff of nurses are equally courteous, accommodating and attentive. In my experience with Dr. Gahn I can't imagine a more accurate, compassion and genuinely kinder pain control management doctor.

July 30th, 2015

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Rarely does one experience such professionalism at their doctor's office. The staff is courteous and frienddly and Dr. Gahn is knowledgable, patient and has an excellent bedside manner. He listens to you, answers your questions in a manner you can understand. He explains procedures and is quite gentle when he gives injections.

June 17th, 2015

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It's very nice to be able to have a doctor listen to me and answer my questions.

April 6th, 2015

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Dr.Gahn is AWESOME!!!!! From the first phone call this office had been great and very kind. Office was very clean well put together. No long waits in the waiting room. His staff was very friendly at the first visit. Dr Gahn new his stuff. He was able to start easing my pain at the first visit! I am really glad I found him.

December 22nd, 2014

Advanced Pain Contol Ltd

12345 W Bend Dr Ste 302Saint Louis, MO 63128

Tel: (314) 729-0707

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

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Dr. Richard Scott Gahn, MD	Dr Gurpreet Singh Padda, MD	Dr. Tammara Goldschmidt, MD	Dr. Calvin Everest Williams, MD
Pain Medicine	Pain Medicine	Anesthesiology	Anesthesiology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (37 Ratings)	4.8 (1515 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
38 Years of Experience	38 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience	47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English, Punjabi, Hindi
Saint Louis , MO	Bridgeton , MO	Saint Louis , MO	Saint Louis , MO
Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine	Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center	Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Accepts Medicare

Acute Pain
Anesthesiology
Back Pain
Brain Injuries
Cancer
Chronic Pain
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Muscle Spasticity
Pain
Spinal Cord Diseases
Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal Injuries
Stroke
Vertebroplasty (Kyphoplasty)

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Missouri, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

St Louis University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1988

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