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13 Pain Medicine Specialists Found in Hilo, HI

We found 13 Pain Medicine Specialists available in Hilo, HI with an average 4 stars across 175 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 8 Pain Medicine Specialists listed are accepting new patients and 10 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Louis Kaleolani Pau, MD

Anesthesiology
4.3
54 ratings
26 years exp
Accepting New Patients
HILO, HI1.1 mi
Dr. Louis Kaleolani Pau, MD is a health care provider primarily located in HILO, HI, with other offices in Honolulu, HI and Honolulu, HI(and 2 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Rudolph Burton Puana, MD

Anesthesiology
3.8
8 ratings
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Hilo, HI1.9 mi
"Easy to communicate with.professional. intelligent." View Profile
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Dr. Robert Shelly Swift, MD

Anesthesiology
5
5 ratings
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Hilo, HI3.0 mi
"Doc Swift helped to ease my anxiety and fear of going under by explaining everything to me in terms that I could understand." View Profile
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Dr. Paul Adam Kaiwi, MD

Family Medicine
4
44 ratings
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Hilo, HI1.1 mi
"Dr. K really listens to me, unlike other doctors who either blow you off or just throw a Rx at you and you're out the door." View Profile
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Dr. Phyllis Anne W Cullen, MD

Pain Medicine
4.1
11 ratings
55 years exp
Hilo, HI0.5 mi
"Dr. Cullen has been dealing with pain patients for a long time." View Profile
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Dr. Kevin Benedict Kunz, MD

Addiction Medicine
3.3
12 ratings
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Hilo, HI0.5 mi
"Hello Dr. Kuntz this is Ty Brown you were my Dr yrs ago I never had the chance to thank you for all you did for me in kona I'm doing well. So thank you" View Profile
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Dr. Zain Vally-Mahomed, MD

Internal Medicine
3.1
27 ratings
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Hilo, HI2.0 mi
Dr. Zain Vally-Mahomed, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Hilo, HI, with other offices in Kealakekua, HI and Long Beach, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Greg William Ruhland

Pain Medicine
3.9
8 ratings
45 years exp
Hilo, HI1.1 mi
Dr. Greg William Ruhland is a health care provider primarily located in Hilo, HI. He has 45 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Lynn Welch Puana, MD

Internal Medicine
1
2 ratings
24 years exp
Hilo, HI3.0 mi
Dr. Lynn Welch Puana, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Hilo, HI, with another office in Hilo, HI. She has 24 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. James C Cole, MD

Anesthesiology
3.7
3 ratings
38 years exp
Hilo, HI3.0 mi
Dr. James C Cole, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Hilo, HI, with another office in Juno Beach, FL. He has 38 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Shannon Lynn Bianchi, MD

Pain Medicine
5
1 rating
21 years exp
Hilo, HI3.0 mi
Dr. Shannon Lynn Bianchi, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Hilo, HI, with other offices in Lihue, HI and Honolulu, HI(and 2 other locations). View Profile
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Erwin Danzer

Nurse Practitioner
0 ratings
Accepting New Patients
Hilo, HI1.9 mi
Erwin Danzer is a health care provider primarily located in Hilo, HI, with another office in KAHULUI, HI. His specialties include Pain Medicine, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile
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Dr. Steven Galper, MD

Pain Medicine
0 ratings
Accepting New Patients
Hilo, HI3.0 mi
Dr. Steven Galper, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Hilo, HI. Their specialties include Pain Medicine. View Profile
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What is a Pain Medicine Specialist and How Can They Help You?

A pain specialist diagnoses and manages acute and chronic pain syndromes. These physicians use multidisciplinary approaches addressing physical, emotional, and functional dimensions of pain.

Pain medicine specialists complete medical school, primary residency training (anesthesiology, physical medicine, or neurology), and a one-year pain medicine fellowship covering interventional techniques, medication management, and integrative pain strategies.

A Pain Medicine Doctor's clinical work includes:

  • Concentrates on pain mechanisms, persistent pain conditions, and quality of life impact
  • Assesses pain presentations, conducts examinations, orders investigations, formulates comprehensive pain treatment plans
  • Manages persistent spinal pain, nerve pain, oncologic pain, widespread pain syndromes, regional pain syndrome, and headache disorders
  • Uses interventional techniques (epidural injections, neural blockade), pharmacotherapy, physical rehabilitation, behavioral interventions, and implantable neuromodulation
  • Alternative names: pain management physician, interventional pain specialist, MD, DO

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for a Pain Medicine Specialist in Hilo who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only Pain Medicine Specialists in Hilo who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find Pain Medicine Specialists in Hilo who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Pain Medicine Specialists providing telehealth services in Hilo. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated Pain Medicine Specialists in Hilo?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing Pain Medicine Specialists, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with a Pain Medicine Specialist in Hilo?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Hilo. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which Pain Medicine Specialists in Hilo have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Hilo. This helps you find a Pain Medicine Specialist that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Pain Medicine Specialists in Hilo without calling?
Search for Pain Medicine Specialists who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate a Pain Medicine Specialist in Hilo with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Pain Medicine Specialists in Hilo. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with a Pain Medicine Specialist in Hilo?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right Pain Medicine Specialist.
How can I locate a Pain Medicine Specialist in Hilo who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for Pain Medicine Specialists. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for a Pain Medicine Specialist in Hilo who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where Pain Medicine Specialists practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find Pain Medicine Specialists who work there.

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