Pain Research of Charleston, Dr. Edward Tavel, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Lower Back Pain, Sciatica, Rhizotomy, Chronic Pain

Kimberly Argabright, BA, CRC

kaili — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:11:24 +0000

Clinical Research Coordinator

Kim is a Clinical Research Coordinator with Pain Research of Charleston. A North Carolina native, Kim brings expertise in both private practice and hospital site research to our practice. Prior to studying the field of pain management, Kim spent 6 years researching Gynecological Infectious Disease, Pulmonary, Cystic Fibrosis and Radiology.

Geraldine Quiogue, BS

kaili — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:55:33 +0000

Clinical Research Coordinator
Geraldine is a Clinical Research Coordinator for Pain Research of Charleston. A Georgia Native, she graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. As our Research Coordinator, Geraldine supports, facilitates and coordinates the daily clinical trial activities and plays a critical role in the conduct of the studies. Prior to joining the research team, Geraldine worked at the Medical University of South Carolina as a Research Specialist in photodynamic therapy on cancer cells.

Alix Pommerenke, BA, CRC

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:50:28 +0000

Clinical Research Coordinator
Alix is a Clinical Research Coordinator for Pain Research of Charleston. A South Carolina Native, she graduated from Clemson University with a Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences & a Minor in Business Administration. Alix joined the research team as a Research Assistant but as her knowledge & experience has grown she has successfully moved into the Research Coordinator role. Prior to her joining the research team, Alix spent several months in Nairobi, Kenya volunteering at a children’s rescue center & developing a college scholarship program.

Amanda McFann, MSN, NP-C

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:45:14 +0000

Certified Nurse Practitioner
Amanda is a Certified Nurse Practitioner with Pain Specialists of Charleston and Pain Research of Charleston. A Charleston Native, Amanda earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Presbyterian College and attended MUSC for her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in nursing. Amanda is a nationally accredited member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and has over 6 years experience as an NP. When she is not practicing medicine, Amanda enjoys spending time with her family.

Crystal Gutierrez

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:40:55 +0000

PA-C Certified Physician Assistant
Crystal Gutierrez is a certified physician assistant with Pain Research of Charleston. Originally from Louisiana, Ms. Gutierrez received a Bachelors degree in Biological Sciences from Louisiana State University and a Bachelors degree in Physician Assistant from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center. She is a member of The American Academy of Physician Assistants. Ms. Gutierrez has years of experience in treating pain management patients.

About Pain Specialists of CharlestonEdward M. Tavel Jr., MD

admin — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 23:14:26 +0000

Frequently Asked Questions

admin — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 21:59:33 +0000

1. What will happen on the day of the procedure?
Wear comfortable clothes and leave unnecessary valuables at home. The nurse will bring you back to an exam room and ask you several questions, including how bad your pain feels on a 0 – 10 scale. The nurse will place an IV, and the doctor will be in to discuss the steps involved in the procedure, expected outcomes, and answer any questions.

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