Welcome to the
Neuromodulation
Institute
AT NEWPORT CARE

The interventional pain medicine physicians at The Neuromodulation Institute at Newport Care understand that every person has a unique story to tell with a distinct history of their pain, and therefore Newport Care’s multidisciplinary, clinically integrated approach creates an evidence-based treatment plan tailored to these unique symptoms.

The Neuromodulation Institute at Newport Care offers same day in-person and telemedicine appointments for initial consultations to efficiently identify obstacles in the patient’s pain management, and solutions to fight the pain. This results in happier patients and better long-term outcomes.

Why our patients choose Neuromodulation Institute

87 percent

OF OUR PATIENTS PROCEEDED TO PERMANENT PLACEMENT

Source: Neuromodulation Institute Patient Outcome Report, 2020-2023

97 percent

OF OUR PATIENTS CONTINUE TO REPORT AT LEAST 50% RELIEF OF CHRONIC PAIN 2 YEARS LATER

Source: Neuromodulation Institute Patient Outcome Report, 2020-2022.

60+ percent

OF STIM PATIENTS ARE ABLE TO DECREASE THEIR USE OF OPOIDS & PAIN MEDICATION

Source: Adil et al. Impact of Spinal Cord Stimulation on Opioid Dose Reduction: A Nationwide Analysis. Neurosurgery: January 2021 - Volume 88 - Issue 1 - p 193-201 doi: 10.1093/neuros/nyaa353)

88 percent

OF PATIENTS WOULD RECOMMEND THERAPY TO OTHER PATIENTS AND CHOOSE SPINAL CORD STIMULATION AGAIN

Source: De Vos et al, 2012

85 percent

OF PATIENTS WITH BACK PAIN WHO HAD NOT HAD SURGERY WERE SATISFIED OR VERY SATISFIED WITH SPINAL CORD STIMULATION AFTER 3 YEARS

Source: Al-Kaisy et al, 2018

76 percent

OF PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC NECK AND/OR UPPER LIMB PAIN WERE SATISFIED OR VERY SATISFIED WITH SPINAL CORD STIMULATION

Source: Verrills et al, 2020

85 percent

OF PATIENTS WITH PAINFUL DIABETIC NEUROPATHY RECEIVED >50% PAIN RELIEF, WITH ADDITIONAL IMPROVEMENT IN SENSATION AND MOTOR FUNCTION AT 18 MONTHS

Source: Source: Petersen, E, et. al. Durability of 10 kHz spinal cord stimulation for painful diabetic neuropathy 18-month results. NANS, Jan 2022.care-providers

Why Choose Us

A Proven Track Record of Success

Evidence shows that practices specializing in neuromodulation have consistently achieved better patient-driven results. Our track record of positive outcomes and patient satisfaction demonstrates the effectiveness of our treatment approach in reducing pain, improving functionality, and decreasing opioid reliance.

Expertise in Neuromodulation Therapies and Interventional Pain Treatment

As leaders in the field of neuromodulation, our center specializes in cutting-edge therapies such as spinal cord stimulation (SCS), dorsal root ganglion (DRG) stimulation, and peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS),offering patients innovative solutions for pain relief; however, the full spectrum of pain medicine interventions is available if other options are more appropriate.

Collaborative Partnerships with Referring Physicians

We prioritize collaborative relationships with referring physicians, ensuring seamless coordination of care and ongoing communication to optimize patient outcomes and facilitate a smooth transition back to primary care.

Patient centered Care Experience

Central to our philosophy is a commitment to patient-centered care, emphasizing empathy, compassion, and shared decision-making throughout the treatment process to empower patients and enhance their overall well-being. This includes a personalized evaluation with a dedicated Neuromodulation expert to develop your individualize treatment goals, a clinical care coordinator to assist each step of the process, and stim coaching to ensure optimal results.

A Comprehensive Approach to Wellness

We utilize a multidisciplinary team approach including pain medicine, orthopedics, physical therapy, acupuncture and more to ensure all perspectives and options are explored for our patients

How to Become A Patient at the Neuromodulation Institute

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INITIAL EVANULATION
& EXAMINATION

• Schedule a consultation with our pain specialist to find out treatment options and learn more about the therapies.

• Bring any relevant imaging and reports for review.
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TELEMED PAIN
EVALUATION REVIEW

• If Neuromodulation is right for you, complete a Pain Evaluation with a trained pain psychologist from home.

• See Patient Resources FAQ for more information.
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NEUROMODULATION
TRIAL

• Leads are placed by the injured nerves at a surgery center in a one-hour procedure at an outpatient surgery center.

• Allows for a chance to try the therapy for one week to ensure it is right for your pain and for your lifestyle.

• Talk every day with a neuromodulation clinical specialist to ensure optimal outcomes and titration of therapy if needed.
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FOLLOW UP
APPOINTMENT

• Leads are removed one week later in the office without need further procedures.
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IMPLANTATION
OF DEVICE

• If trial results in significant relief, device will be implanted at the surgery center following surgical clearance.

• Done at an outpatient surgery center, takes approximately 1-2 hours.
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ROAD TO RECOVERY
BEGINS

• Titrate the treatment, ensure proper use of device follow up as needed after therapy is optimized.

• Initiation of post operative physical therapy if indicated.

• Treatments are fully reversible and can be removed at any time.

Visit our nationally accredited, state of the art surgery center.

At The Neuromodulation Institute at Newport Care, our expert care is delivered at an ambulatory Surgical Arts Center, designed and built to make your experience with us comfortable and relaxing, to minimize your down time, and to help jump-start your road to wellness. Procedures are approximately 1-2 hours and patients walk out of our facility the same day.

SAME DAY VIRTUAL APPOINTMENTS

We are proud to offer same day telemedicine appointments available for initial evaluation and consultation with one of our specialists.

A PLAN BUILT FOR YOU

We follow our patients from pre-trial evaluations and a comprehensive care plan, through stimulator trial and implant, to post-treatment follow ups. We offer evaluations by PT, sports chiro, acupuncture, pain medicine and surgical evaluations for additional treatment.

INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY

At The Neuromodulation Institute, we offer in-house therapy, a state of the art imaging center, and a comfortable, relaxing procedure suite.

IAN DWORKIN, MD

RAVI SRINIVAS, MD

ANDREW FOSTER, MD

MICHAEL SETAREH, MD

BRIANNA MERCED