Sagar S. Parikh, MD, FAAPMR, is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist with extensive training and is dual Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. He specializes in the treatment of sports injuries and musculoskeletal pain conditions including but not limited to neck and back pain, joint pain, pain from arthritis, complex regional pain syndrome, injuries from work-related and motor vehicle accidents and sports and overuse injuries. He is expertly trained in conservative management as well as fluoroscopic and ultrasound-guided interventions for pain relief. His diverse background and interests give him a unique perspective as he works with his patients.
Dr. Parikh obtained his medical degree from Rutgers - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School where he graduated with Distinction in Research. He furthered his research interests at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) conducting pain research. He then completed his residency training at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in Manhattan, New York, and pain fellowship training at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Illinois.
Dr. Parikh is still involved in educational and research related projects and is an integral part of the Pain Fellowship training program at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation institute as well as Assistant Professor at both Hackensack School of Medicine and Rutgers Medical School. He holds many publications in textbooks, medical journals, and online compendiums for Pain Management and Rehabilitation Medicine.
Dr. Parikh has a holistic approach in the treatment of his patients, including reducing their pain, improving their functional ability, and educating them on the causes and injury prevention. He understands that everyone is unique and provides customized easy-to-understand treatment plans which avoid addictive narcotic medication and help patients make informed decisions. Dr. Parikh uses cutting-edge technology and non-invasive treatments as he seeks to eliminate his patient’s discomfort and maximize their quality of life.
For comprehensive and conservative care of musculoskeletal pain and sports injuries, call Downtown Pain Management or schedule an appointment online today --> 866-478-7246
An expert in non-surgical care and minimally invasive procedures to treat musculoskeletal, spinal (neck and back) and sports injuries.
Sagar S. Parikh, M.D.
Board Certified in both Pain Medicine and
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
EXPERIENCE
Medical Expert
INTERVENTIONAL PAIN PHYSICIAN
Practicing Pain Medicine doctor with a specialty in Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine at Hackensack Meridian JFK Johnson Hospital and Downtown Pain Management. Experience with diagnosing pain and determining causes of patho-physiology of pain conditions.
DIRECTOR & LEADERSHIP ROLES
Pain Fellowship Director
Assistant Professor for Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Assistant Professor for Seton Hall University Medical School
Pain Consultant
Medical Advisor at LeON Health
Director of Faculty Wellness
EDUCATION
Northwestern University - The Feinberg School of Medicine
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
National Institute of Health - NIH
UMDNJ Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
HBX | Harvard Business School
Rutgers University
St. Peters Medical Center
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURES
American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
American Board of Pain Medicine
New Jersey State Medical License, 2013 -2020
New York State Medical License, 2010 – 2016
Illinois State Medical License, Active through 2013
SPECIALIZED TRAINING
Interventional pain procedures including spine joint, nerve and soft tissue injections
Epidural injections, Radio-frequency Ablation, nerve blocks, Intradiscal treatments
Neuromodulation
Electrodiagnostic studies
Regenerative medicine
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
SUSAN
Hands down best doc ever! Down to earth, professional, positive energy… doesn’t rush. Would highly recommend.
GARY
Dr. Parikh has been my physician for more than 2 year's, he is genuinely interested in understanding the true needs of his patients. He takes the time to listen to his patients before any treatment plan begins. In these Covid-19 times he and his staff takes all of the precautions to ensure our safety.
KARINA
Nicest doctor I had ever been to. He's professional sweet and helped me so much with my lower back pain. 10000% the best you wont regret it.