Neuromodulation Techniques for the Spine

Dr. Alaa Abd-Elsayed joined the faculty of the Anesthesiology Department at the University of Wisconsin in 2014 to provide Chronic Pain Medicine Services as part of the Interventional Pain Program. He received his medical training at Assiut University Medical School in Egypt, completed a master's degree in Public Health, research fellowship at Cleveland Clinic, and residency in anesthesiology and pain management fellowship at University of Cincinnati. As part of the Interventional Pain Program, Dr. Abd-Elsayed evaluates patients at the Pain Clinic, and when an interventional pain treatment is appropriate, performs procedures at the Madison Surgery Center. Over the course of his career, he has received numerous research grants, published more than 70 peer-reviewed manuscripts and authored several editorials and book chapters. He has presented at more than 60 international and national conferences and has earned more than 15 awards at the state and national levels. In addition, he has served as a reviewer for more than 20 journals and as an editor to several journals.

• Anatomy of the Spine and Dorsal Root GanglionPercutaneous Spinal cord stimulator (including percutaneous placement)Percutaneous Spinal cord stimulation (including paddle lead placement)Dorsal Root Ganglion (different techniques)Dorsal Root Ganglion implants (different techniques)Intrathecal Pump (implants, refills)

"This book is a comprehensive review of neuromodulation for chronic pain, covering information relevant to spinal cord stimulation, medial branch nerve stimulation, dorsal root ganglion stimulation, and intrathecal drug delivery systems. From its introduction to neuromodulation to its thorough discussion of risks and benefits, the book is written in a clear style that makes for an easy and informative read." -©Doody’s Review Service, 2023, Robert R. Gaiser, MD (Yale School of Medicine) Doody's Score: 5 Stars!