Dr Parikh has a holistic approach in the treatment of his patients, including reducing their pain and improving their functional ability. In addition to providing skilled and personalized care, Dr. Parikh enjoys educating his patients because he believes that “knowledge” is both empowering and an essential part of the healing process.
Physical medicine & rehabilitation specialists, or physiatrists, are doctors who specialize in helping patients rehabilitate from injuries or complications of disease. This could include a weekend warrior coming back from a broken leg, or an aging grandmother dealing with arthritis. Dr. Parikh may employ a range of treatment & rehabilitation techniques, including physical therapy, occupational therapy and nerve stimulation treatments, among others.
Pain management doctors specialize in caring for patients who are dealing with chronic pain, whether resulting from injury, disease, or otherwise. Dr. Parikh creates customized pain management plans for patients that may include therapy, medication management, or minimally invasive procedures. When creating a customized pain management plan, Dr. Parikh will evaluate the patient and their medical history, in addition to performing tests to arrive at a precise diagnosis.
UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
MD • 2008
St Peter's Medical Center
Residency in Internal Medicine
• 2008 - 2009
Mount Sinai Medical Center • New York, NY
Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
• 2009 - 2012
Northwestern Memorial Hospital • Chicago, IL
Fellowship in Interventional Pain Management