Virginia Spine Institute Strengthens Pain Management Practice With Recent Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist Hire

Dr. Gaurav (Raj) Telhan, D.A.B.P.M.R., Joins Nationally-Recognized Spinal Health Care Practice to Expand Pain Management Treatment


RESTON, VA--(Marketwired - October 21, 2014) - Virginia Spine Institute is pleased to welcome, Gaurav (Raj) Telhan M.D., D.A.B.P.M.R. to our award-winning spinal health care practice providing world-class spine treatment in operative and non-operative care, pain management and physical therapy.

Dr. Telhan is a board-certified Physiatrist practicing Interventional Pain Medicine with expertise in sports and spine medicine as well as rehabilitation medicine. He received his Doctor of Medicine from University of Virginia and performed his fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine at University of Virginia. Dr. Telhan was the Chief Resident during his Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) residency at Columbia and Cornell University Medical Centers.

"I became a doctor because I am passionate about helping people reclaim their lives from injury and pain. With an enthusiastic investment in the therapeutic and rehabilitation process, I guide patients through their unique treatment plan to improve functionality and performance," says Dr. Telhan.

Dr. Telhan joins the team of Virginia Spine Institute's nationally-recognized pain management experts, Dr. Thomas Nguyen and Dr. Niteesh Bharara. This team has collaboratively led advances in innovative non-operative techniques including the latest spinal regenerative therapies which represent the future for spinal treatment.

"It is with great pride that we welcome the addition of Dr. Telhan to our pain management team. This growth enhances our unique comprehensive care model and capacity to manage pain for those who are suffering. Our team is continually developing new and improved ways to heal spinal conditions non operatively, and Dr. Telhan will be a valuable addition to the team," comments Dr. Thomas Schuler, Founder and Chief Executive Officer.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Telhan call Virginia Spine Institute at 703.709.1114 or schedule submit request online.

About Virginia Spine Institute: Virginia Spine Institute is the award-winning medical practice in the DC area solely dedicated to spinal health care. Over nearly 25 years we have improved the lives of over 50,000 patients. Our mission is to provide convenience of specialty care to improve the lives of those suffering from neck or back pain. We have assembled the top physicians from multiple specialties of spinal health care under one roof. Custom treatment options include non operative care, pain management, physical therapy, and when needed surgical intervention, including minimally invasive procedures. Virginia Spine Institute is the Official Specialists of the Washington Redskins.

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Contact Information:

Contact:
Erin Orr
Communications Director 
Virginia Spine Institute
Tel: 703.709.1114 x 180

Gaurav (Raj) Telhan, M.D., D.A.B.P.M.R.
Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
Sports & Spine Medicine
Rehabilitation Medicine
Virginia Spine Institute