Your Interventional Pain Management Physician in New Jersey
If you’re looking for an interventional pain management specialty practice in Central New Jersey or the Greater New York City area that offers state-of-the-art care, your search ends with the University Pain and Spine Center. The practice boasts several convenient locations throughout New Jersey, as well as New York City.
The team of board-certified physicians at University Pain and Spine Center treats each patient as an individual with a unique set of problems that require a tailored, therapeutic approach. Every specialist on the team is highly-trained in the treatment of numerous types of chronic and acute pain conditions, including back pain, shoulder pain, headaches, arthritis, degenerative disc disease, facet joint pain, herniated discs, hip pain, knee pain, as well as many other ailments.
University Pain and Spine Center specializes in a multitude of world-class pain relief therapies and procedures. The team works hard to provide excellent clinical care, using cutting-edge technology and up-to-date techniques. Some of the pain treatment options available include epidural steroid injections, lumbar sympathetic block, thoracic disc decompression, celiac plexus block, spinal cord stimulation implants, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, regenerative injection therapy, and trigger point injections, among other services.
Didier Demesmin, MD, MBA, is an interventional pain medicine physician who is board-certified in both anesthesiology and pain medicine. He is the medical director and founder of the University Pain and Spine Center, with offices throughout New Jersey.
Dr. Demesmin earned his medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, New Jersey, where he received the prestigious award for Academic Excellence in Anesthesiology. He completed an interventional pain medicine fellowship program at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons/Mount Sinai Morningside in New York City.
Dr. Brendan O’Donovan is a board certified Anesthesiologist and fellowship trained interventional pain physician. He specializes in minimally invasi...
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Brendan O’Donovan, DO
Dr. Brendan O’Donovan is a board certified Anesthesiologist and fellowship trained interventional pain physician. He specializes in minimally invasive procedures for painful conditions of the cervical/thoracic/lumbar spine, peripheral joints, peripheral nerves and more.
He completed his undergraduate studies at the University at Buffalo. He then went on to graduate from NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine. He then completed an Anesthesiology residency and Pain Medicine fellowship at the University of Massachusetts- Baystate Health. Here, Dr. O’Donovan excelled both clinically and academically and scored in the top 10% in the country on his Anesthesiology board exam.
Dr. O’Donovan treats a wide array of conditions including neck pain, lower back pain, sciatica, sacroiliac joint dysfunction, failed back surgical syndrome, complex regional pain syndrome, headaches, arthritis, compression fractures and more. He is a compassionate physician and treats all of his patients like his own family. He is active in the medical community and attends pain conferences both locally and nationally. He is an active member of multiple societies including the American Society of Pain and Neuroscience, the North American Neuromodulation Society and the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians.
Sejal Patel, MS, PA-C
Sejal Patel, MS, PA-C, is a nationally certified physician assistant. She is one of the highly-skilled interventional pain management clinicians on th...
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Sejal Patel, MS, PA-C
Sejal Patel, MS, PA-C, is a nationally certified physician assistant. She is one of the highly-skilled interventional pain management clinicians on the team at University Pain Medicine Center, with offices throughout New Jersey.
After earning her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Seton Hall University in South Orange, New Jersey, Sejal completed the physician assistant program at Seton Hall and graduated with a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. She went on to work at New Jersey Anaesthesia Associates/Saint Barnabas Medical Center as an obstetrics/anesthesia PA. Sejal has been practicing in the field of pain management for over a decade.
Sejal has worked directly with Dr. Demesmin for the past 20 years, seeing patients in the office daily. Not only does Sejal perform routine follow-ups for both her own and Dr. Demesmin’s patients, but she also devises treatment plans to help those they treat receive efficient and effective care.
In addition to her work at University Pain Medicine Center, Sejal has hospital privileges at Robert Wood Johnson and Saint Peter’s University Hospital, where she regularly follows up with patients. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the New Jersey State Society of Physician Assistants.
Sejal treats every patient with the same care she would provide for a family member who is in pain. She likes to keep her patients informed and involved in their treatment protocols.
Sejal is fluent in Gujarati and Hindi, and her interests include traveling, reading, and spending time with her family. To see Sejal and the rest of the team, call University Pain Medicine Center or book online.
Sissey Kurian, MS, PA-C
Sissey Kurian, MS, PA-C is a nationally certified physician assistant whose journey in the field of medicine began with a Bachelor of Science in Biolo...
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Sissey Kurian, MS, PA-C
Sissey Kurian, MS, PA-C is a nationally certified physician assistant whose journey in the field of medicine began with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Caldwell University. Continuing her education, Sissey completed the physician assistant program at Wagner College, earning both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Advanced Physician Assistant Studies.
With a career spanning nearly a decade, Sissey began her professional journey in 2015, dedicating a year to rheumatology before transitioning to pain management in 2017. Over the years, she has honed her skills and expertise in both New York and New Jersey, providing compassionate care to patients experiencing acute and chronic pain. In this role, she is committed to improving the quality of life for her patients by addressing their pain and supporting their journey to wellness.
She is also a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, New York State Society of Physician Assistants, and New Jersey State Society of Physician Assistants. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Sissey finds fulfillment in giving back to her community through volunteering. She also enjoys traveling to new destinations, immersing herself in a good book, and cherishing moments with her family and friends.
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Dr. O’Donovan was amazing. Asked questions no other doctor has and was very thorough. Incredibly kind and encouraging as well.
Amelia Korab
November 2, 2023
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Very professional
jcm21753
November 1, 2023
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Amazing interaction with Dr. Demesmin as always. Everything explained and all questions answered. Felt very relaxed speaking with doctor.
Christine Saul
November 1, 2023
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Today I was there for an emergency visit, and it was my 1st time meeting Dr ODonacan. He was very pleasant attentive and really listened to my issues. I love my Dr Demesmin, but surly would go back to Dr O'Donavan..
RONNY ZEIGLER
October 30, 2023
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I have been a patient of Dr. D for many years and have gotten the best care.
Yvette Joseph
October 17, 2023
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Dr Donovan and staff are very friendly, prompt, knowledgeable and the facility is extremely impeccably clean.
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