Dr. Howard A. Aks, MD | Overland Park, KS | Anesthesiology

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What We Do :
Millions of people suffer every day from chronic (long-term) or acute (short-term) pain caused by any number of conditions:

Cancer pain * Stroke or neurological disease pain * Lower back pain * Arthritis * Shingles * Failed back surgery
Neck and back pain from degenerative diseases or injuries * Chronic muscle spasm * Diabetic and other neuropathies
Neuralgias * Trigeminal neuralgia * Reflex sympathetic dystrophy * Pain from peripheral vascular disease
Chronic headache non-migraine * Repetitive motion injuries and carpal tunnel syndrome * Post-surgical pain

Over the years, we have learned a great deal about how to control pain with medications, surgery, and other treatments. Today, we know more than ever about the causes and mechanisms of pain, and medical research has produced dramatic improvements in the ways we diagnose and treat painful disorders.

Services Offered :
Comprehensive evaluations and examinations
Trigger point injections
Diagnostic and …therapeutic nerve blocks with fluoroscopic guidance
Radiofrequency nerve ablation
Nucleoplasty (percutaneous disk decompression)
Intrathecal infusion pump trials and maintenance, including refills and reprogramming
Spinal cord stimulator reprogramming
Medication management

Our group consists of nine Board Certified Pain Management providers and cover eight locations across the Kansas City Metropolitan area. We provide services in two freestanding clinics and various hospital based locations.

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accepting new patients
4.2

25 Ratings
44 years of experience
2 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Cleveland Clinic Health System
9 written reviews
3 specialties
7 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
9 office locations
Male

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Dr. Aks really listened and he was very kind. I was not rushed, he did a thorough exam, and was gentle. His treatment plan was explained in a way I could totally understand. He was awesome and truly cared!

October 24th, 2024

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This practice turned me into collection and the credit bureau for the sum of $26. I was unaware of the debt remaining balance. I had four medical procedures in three years for well over $200,000. These bills were paid. Just had a hard time keeping track of them all.

July 24th, 2019

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Dr. Aks is skilled, knowledgeable and listens! I had miserable back pain which he completely eliminated after several treatments. He explains everything and I always knew what the next step was. He was great!

May 8th, 2017

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Dr Aks is fantastic. He listened to be well and was very patient. The treatment he provided was very effective. He appears to be expert in his field. I recommend him highly

May 8th, 2017

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I've seen Dr. Aks a few times and he listens and takes his time with me at every visit. I am comfortable and confident with his diagnostic skills and plan of care that we decided on to treat my low back and leg pain.

April 15th, 2016

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Had severe, lower back pain. Dr. Aks listened to my concerns, sent me for further tests after he examined me, and after a few visits I am pain free. He has an excellent bedside manner and I would highly recommend him.

March 10th, 2016

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The nurses never call you back. I guess they forgot they were taking care of the kind of patients who are in pain!

March 9th, 2016

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Had acute, severe, back pain that was limiting activities. Saw Dr. Aks and was treated very nicely by everyone in the office. Dr. Aks listened to my concerns and was very caring, professional and most importantly was able to eliminate all my back pain after several visits.

January 30th, 2014

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Nagging back pain for 6 years...OBGYN and Primary care physician unable to locate and treat it. Dr. Aks found it in one visit with an MRI. Treated it and my back feels so good... no more pain after 6 years. Bedside manner is abrupt, almost rude, but skill is excellent. Would go back to him with any issue, but would not have him over for dinner.

March 6th, 2012

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Kc Pain Centers

12300 Metcalf AveOverland Park, KS 66213

Tel: (816) 763-1559

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Anesthesia Associates Of Kansas City Pa

8717 W 110th St Ste 600Overland Park, KS 66210

Tel: (913) 428-2900

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Anesthesia Associates Of Kansas City PC

4911 S Arrowhead Dr Ste 300Independence, MO 64055

Tel: (913) 428-2900

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Mid America Surgery Institute

5525 W 119th St Ste 100Leawood, KS 66209

Tel: (913) 906-0855

Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Dr. Howard Alan Aks, MD	Dr. Timothy Gengler, MD	Dr. Brian Michael Lesage, DO	Dr. Tracy Ann Cowles, MD
Anesthesiology	Anesthesiology	Anesthesiology	Obstetrics & Gynecology
Accepts New Patients			Accepts New Patients
4.2 (25 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	1 (1 Rating)
44 Years of Experience		7 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English			Speaks English
Overland Park , KS	Kansas City , KS	Kansas City , MO	Lenexa , KS
Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine		Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med	Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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University Of Kansas School Of MedicineGraduated in 1982

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Where is Dr. Howard Aks's office located?: Dr. Howard Aks's office is located at 12300 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS, 66213.
What languages does Dr. Howard Aks speak?: Dr. Howard Aks speaks English.
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