LA Pain Doctor as Seen in New Orleans Magazine
LA Pain Doctor and founder Dr. Firas Hijazi were featured in New Orleans Magazine for their work helping Louisiana patients overcome chronic pain. Learn more about the story behind our practice and how our team continues to bring advanced, compassionate pain care to communities across Southeast Louisiana.
Request an AppointmentDr. Firas Hijazi, Founder of LA Pain Doctor, has specialized in Pain Management since 2004. After receiving hsi medical degree from one of the top medical schools in Italy, Dr. Hijazi campleted a General Surgery internship in Detroit, Michigan, an anesthesiology residency at Tulane University Medical Center and a Pain Management fellowship at The University of New Mexico Albuquerque.
Dr. Hijazi is passionate about helping patients live life without the limitation of chronic pain. He is an expert in treating chronic neck and back pain, sciatica, osteoarthrosis, headaches, fibromyaligia, post-laminectomy syndrome, interstitial cystitis, and complex regional pain syndrome.
Dr. Hijazi uses all of the knowledge and experience he has gained over the past 20 years to provide his patients with top-notch medical care. Through examinations, he diagnoses the source of your pain, whether it’s an injury to the spine, joints, tendons, nerves, or ligaments. He then creates an individualized pain treatment plan for your condition that may include therapy, injections, or other invasive or non-invasive procedures.
Cutting-Edge Pain Care in Southeast Louisiana
Occasional pain is a natural part of life, but chronic pain can rule your life, interfering with your ability to work, sleep, and have fun. When chronic pain disrupts your quality of life and does not improve with standard treatments, LA Pain Doctor is here to help.
There are many safe, proven treatments that can help manage chronic pain. At LA Pain Doctor, Dr. Hijazi and our team treat back, neck, and joint pain, arthritis, Fibromyalgia, and more. Our practice is known for treating chronic neck and back pain, spondylosis, and sciatic pain with carefully managed medications and procedures such as radiofrequency ablation. We also treat headaches, post-laminectomy syndrome, and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome.
To produce the best possible outcomes, our providers work together with patients and their families to explore options that maximize quality of life and overall function. The pain stops here.
Growing to Serve More Louisiana Communities
Since the New Orleans Magazine feature, LA Pain Doctor has continued to grow. Today, patients can visit our offices in Metairie, LaPlace, Harvey, Hammond, and Lutcher, and see a team of physicians and nurse practitioners who share Dr. Hijazi’s commitment to patient-centered care. Meet our providers, explore our pain management services, or read our patient testimonials.
Read the original article in New Orleans Magazine.
News and Practice FAQs
Where was LA Pain Doctor featured?
LA Pain Doctor and founder Dr. Firas Hijazi were featured in New Orleans Magazine in July 2018.
Who founded LA Pain Doctor?
LA Pain Doctor was founded by Dr. Firas Hijazi, who has specialized in pain management since 2004.
What conditions does Dr. Hijazi treat?
Dr. Hijazi treats chronic neck and back pain, sciatica, osteoarthritis, headaches, fibromyalgia, post-laminectomy syndrome, interstitial cystitis, and complex regional pain syndrome.
What is radiofrequency ablation?
Radiofrequency ablation uses gentle heat to interrupt pain signals from specific nerves, often providing longer-lasting relief for neck and back pain. Learn more about cervical facet radiofrequency neurotomy.
How many offices does LA Pain Doctor have?
LA Pain Doctor has five offices in Metairie, LaPlace, Harvey, Hammond, and Lutcher, Louisiana.
Can I see Dr. Hijazi or another provider?
Yes. You can schedule with Dr. Hijazi or any of our physicians and nurse practitioners. Call (504) 229-4866 - Metairie Office , (504) 229-4866 - Laplace Office , (504) 229-4866 - Harvey Office , (504) 229-4866 - Hammond Office or (504) 229-4866 - Lutcher Office for availability.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call (504) 229-4866 - Metairie Office , (504) 229-4866 - Laplace Office , (504) 229-4866 - Harvey Office , (504) 229-4866 - Hammond Office or (504) 229-4866 - Lutcher Office or request an appointment online at the office nearest you.
Experience the LA Pain Doctor Difference
Find out why so many Louisiana patients trust our team. Call (504) 229-4866 - Metairie Office , (504) 229-4866 - Laplace Office , (504) 229-4866 - Harvey Office , (504) 229-4866 - Hammond Office or (504) 229-4866 - Lutcher Office or request an appointment online today.