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Pain Matters Podcast Network

AAPM - American Academy of Pain Medicine
Cannabis
Chronic Pain
Pain Medicine
Epidural Injections
Opioids
Radiofrequency Ablation
Pain Medicine Fellowship
Pain Medicine Training Programs
2008 Recession
THC
Canadian Guideline On Interventional Spine Procedures
Medical Education
Neuropathic Pain
Anesthesiology
Physiatry
Opioid Crisis
Patient Care
Diversity In Medicine
Fellowship Training
Women's Representation In Healthcare

The Pain Matters Podcast Network is presented by the American Academy of Pain Medicine. It’s the nation’s leading podcast network for healthcare providers focused on providing the best care today, tomorrow, and beyond. Home to multiple pain-focused podcasts, we share the latest innovations and practical applications that directly impact how we care for patients and measure success in multidiscipli... more

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In this compelling episode of the Pain Matters Podcast, hosts Sudheer Potru, DO, FASA, FASAM, and Zafeer Baber, MD, sit down with Jeremy Adler, DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA, a seasoned Physician Assistant practicing at the UCSD Center for Pai... more

In this episode of Pain Matters, Shravani Durbhakula, MD, MPH, MBA, speaks with Maia Szalavitz, award-winning New York Times opinion writer and AAPM 2025 Featured Speaker. Recorded April 4, 2025, at the AAPM PainConnect 2025 meeting, their conversati... more

Join Executive Producer and Host Shravani Durbhakula, MD, MPH, MBA, and Co-Host Mustafa Broachwala, DO, for a pivotal episode of the Pain Matters Podcast where we address the recent BMJ publication, “Common interventional procedures for chronic non-c... more

Dr. Mark Wallace of UCSD joins hosts Shravani Durbhakula, MD, MPH, MBA and Mustafa Broachwala, DO and pick up where they left off on their discussion regarding the nuanced world of medical cannabis, understanding medical applications, appropriate dos... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Himant Kalia
Board member of the American Society of Pain and Neuroscience and a key author of the Aspen Rapid Response.
Aspen Rapid Response
Episode: In Response: BMJ Interventional Spine Guidelines 2025
Dr. Steven Cohen
Endowed Professor and Chief of Pain at Northwestern University, and incoming president of the American Society of Regional Anesthesia, Pain Medicine.
Northwestern University
Episode: In Response: BMJ Interventional Spine Guidelines 2025
Dr. Lynn Kohan
Professor and Chief of Pain at University of Virginia.
University of Virginia
Episode: In Response: BMJ Interventional Spine Guidelines 2025
Dr. Zach McCormick
Professor and Chief of Spine at University of Utah.
University of Utah
Episode: In Response: BMJ Interventional Spine Guidelines 2025
Dr. Nat Schuster
Associate Professor at University of California, San Diego.
UC San Diego
Episode: In Response: BMJ Interventional Spine Guidelines 2025
Dr. Hans Clark
Associate Professor and Director of Pain Services at Toronto General Hospital, as well as President of the Canadian Pain Society.
Toronto General Hospital
Episode: In Response: BMJ Interventional Spine Guidelines 2025
Dr. Daniel Larrick
Associate Professor at Vanderbilt.
Vanderbilt University
Episode: In Response: BMJ Interventional Spine Guidelines 2025
Dr. Mark Wallace
Director of UC San Diego Center for Pain Medicine and premier researcher on medical marijuana for pain management
UC San Diego
Episode: Navigating Cannabis in Pain Medicine [Part 1]

Host

Dr. Shravani Durbhakula
Co-host and executive producer of the Pain Matters Podcast, Dr. Durbhakula is a leading expert in pain management, focusing on multidisciplinary care and innovations in treatment.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Excellent Info

    This podcast is clearly geared towards those who are in the field of patient care for a pain population. It’s informative, cutting-edge and relevant; always with excellent information. A must for any clinician who treats folks in pain. As a member of the AAPM, I appreciate this extra service. One suggestion would be to be inclusive with non-medical options, particularly chiropractic. In the error of opiate overprescribing, it only makes sense to regularly involve the world’s largest drug-free ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ChargingDC
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome!

    Dr. D is a true testament to passion and enthusiasm in the field of pain medicine!!

    I have found this an incredible opportunity to stay up to date in the pain space.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrYesh
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent Info

    This podcast is clearly geared towards those who are in the field of patient care for a pain population. It’s informative, cutting-edge and relevant; always with excellent information. A must for any clinician who treats folks in pain. As a member of the AAPM, I appreciate this extra service.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChargingDC
    United States3 years ago
  • Great informative listen!

    I recently listened to the "Pain Management" podcast and was thoroughly impressed. The host is knowledgeable and passionate about the topic, and presents information in an easy-to-understand manner. The guests they bring on the show are experts in their field and provide valuable insights and practical tips for managing chronic pain. I appreciate the focus on both traditional and alternative therapies, as well as the emphasis on self-care and mental health. Overall, this podcast is a great resou... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    x engineer
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent podcast!

    This podcast does a great job of explaining topics in a way that anyone could understand. Love hearing about the innovation going on in pain management. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marty_DO
    United States3 years ago

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The podcast is regarded as an essential resource for pain management updates, with an emphasis on the integration of innovative and evidence-based practices.
Listeners appreciate the informative and cutting-edge content that is relevant to healthcare providers treating pain populations.
Many highlight the engaging presentation of complex topics, making them accessible for both providers and patients alike.

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Navigating Cannabis in Pain Medicine [Part 1]
Q: What are some of the potential side effects that we should be telling patients about?
Patients should be informed about potential side effects such as increased heart rate and possible paranoia but reassured of the overall safety of cannabis.
Navigating Cannabis in Pain Medicine [Part 1]
Q: How do you choose the right patient for cannabis?
The most evidence is with neuropathic pain; however, Dr. Wallace has used cannabis across various chronic pain conditions, finding it effective in areas like fibromyalgia and chronic abdominal pain.
Navigating Cannabis in Pain Medicine [Part 1]
Q: Dr. Wallace, can you share a bit about your background and how you became involved in research on cannabis for chronic pain?
Dr. Wallace shares his journey from anesthesiology to pain management focusing on cannabis as an alternative to opioids, starting from California's 1999 initiative for cannabis research.

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A significant focus of the content revolves around the latest advancements in pain management practices, evaluations of clinical guidelines, and interdisciplinary collaboration in healthcare. Topics frequently include cannabis as a pain management alternative, the challenges within the current medical training landscape, and critiques of emerging pain treatment guidelines, especially those concerning interventional procedures. Listeners can expect to hear from leading experts in the field, adding depth and authority to the discussions.

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Pain Matters Podcast Network launched 4 years ago and published 37 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Pain Matters Podcast Network include:

1. Dr. Himant Kalia
2. Dr. Steven Cohen
3. Dr. Lynn Kohan
4. Dr. Zach McCormick
5. Dr. Nat Schuster
6. Dr. Hans Clark
7. Dr. Daniel Larrick
8. Dr. Mark Wallace

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