Welcome to Pain Unfiltered, where we go in depth into the interventional pain and spine world with some of the top key opinion leaders and executives in the space. We are your hosts, Dr. Patrick Buchanan and Dr. Timothy Deer for this ASPN podcast.
Pain Unfiltered
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Welcome to Pain Unfiltered, where we go in depth into the interventional pain and spine world with some of the top key opinion leaders and executives in the space. We are your hosts, Dr. Patrick Buchanan and Dr. Timothy Deer for this ASPN podcast.
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Recent Episodes
May 11, 2026
Bridging the Gap Between Spine Surgery and Interventional Pain
<p dir="ltr">In this episode, we sit down with esteemed neurosurgeons Dr. Michael Dorsi and Dr. Justine Pearl to explore the evolving intersection of spine surgery and pain management. The group discusses the criteria for patient referrals, the impact of the American Society of Pain & Neuroscience (ASPN), and the future of emerging technologies like spinal cord stimulation and minimally invasive decompressions. </p> <p dir="ltr">Host, Patrick Buchanan, MD:</p> <p dir="ltr">Dr. Buchanan is double board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. His goal is to help his patients get their life back by managing their pain and focus on things they love and enjoy.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.californiapaindoctors.com/patrick-buchanan-m-d/">https://www.californiapaindoctors.com/patrick-buchanan-m-d/</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.instagram.com/patdbmd/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/patdbmd/?hl=en</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Host, Timothy Deer, MD:</p> <p dir="ltr">Dr. Deer is the president and CEO of the Spine and Nerve Centers of the Virginias. Dr. Deer has led a revolution in interventional spine and nerve care by teaching thousands of physicians an algorithmic approach to care including methods that are less invasive at a lower risk for complications.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://centerforpainrelief.com/about/tim-deer-md/">https://centerforpainrelief.com/about/tim-deer-md/</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://twitter.com/doctdeer?lang=en">https://twitter.com/doctdeer?lang=en</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.instagram.com/timdeer30a/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/timdeer30a/?hl=en</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Guest, Michael Dorsi, MD:</p> <p dir="ltr">Dr. Dorsi is an Assistant Professor and Director of Community Neurosurgery at UCLA. He is a Board-Certified, Spine Fellowship- trained Neurosurgeon that specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, brain surgery, and peripheral nerve surgery. </p> <p dir="ltr">https://www.uclahealth.org/providers/michael-dorsi</p> <p dir="ltr">Guest, Justine Pearl, MD:</p> <p dir="ltr">Justine Pearl, MD, is an Oncologic Neurosurgeon. She joined Munson Neurosurgery in 2020 after working in Flint, Mich. for the prior three years. In addition to general neurosurgery, Dr. Pearl brings neuro-oncology expertise for the treatment of tumors, brain metastasis, gliomas, and more. </p> <p dir="ltr"> https://providers.munsonhealthcare.org/provider/justine-d-pearl/2174481</p> <p dir="ltr">About ASPN:<br /> ASPN was created to bring the top minds in the fields of pain and neuroscience together. ASPN has a mission to improve education, highlight scientific curiosity, establish best practice, and elevate each other in a quest to improve the field of pain and neuroscience. All initiatives of ASPN are dedicated to improving patient outcomes, education, research, and innovation.</p> <p dir="ltr">ASPN's website and social links:</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aspnpain.com/">https://aspnpain.com<br /> <br /></a><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixMNhEtOiRm1aQmDWtzxmg">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixMNhEtOiRm1aQmDWtzxmg</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.instagram.com/aspn_painneuro/">https://www.instagram.com/aspn_painneuro/</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.facebook.com/PainNeuro">https://www.facebook.com/PainNeuro</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/aspn/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/aspn/</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://twitter.com/aspn_painneuro">https://twitter.com/aspn_painneuro</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Our Sponsors:</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Noctrix Health: At Noctrix Health, Inc. we are developing the next generation of clinically validated wearable therapeutics for the management of chronic neurological disorders.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">https://nidrarls.com/</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Biotronik:</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">At BIOTRONIK Neuro, we're ready to redefine relief for patients experiencing chronic pain. Leveraging BIOTRONIK's advanced cardiovascular technologies, BIOTRONIK Neuro has created a new approach to SCS therapy management: one that's not just implanted, but truly connected to the needs of patients and providers. </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.biotronik.com/en-us/professionals/prospera-scs">https://www.biotronik.com/en-us/professionals/prospera-scs</a></p> <p> </p>
April 6, 2026
Restoring Rest: The Noctrix Journey to Solve RLS
<p dir="ltr">In this episode, we sit down with Noctrix Health CEO Shri Raghunathan and SVP Kris Krustangel to discuss their mission to transform Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) treatment through the innovative Nidra™ therapy. The team shares the origin story behind their "10 Million Nights" goal and explains how their wearable neuromodulation technology offers a long-awaited, drug-free alternative to traditional medications. We also dive into the clinical landscape, exploring new treatment guidelines, the importance of proper diagnosis, and the seamless pathways for physicians to prescribe this life-changing therapy.</p> <p dir="ltr">https://nidrarls.com/</p> <p dir="ltr">Host, Patrick Buchanan, MD:</p> <p dir="ltr">Dr. Buchanan is double board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. His goal is to help his patients get their life back by managing their pain and focus on things they love and enjoy.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.californiapaindoctors.com/patrick-buchanan-m-d/">https://www.californiapaindoctors.com/patrick-buchanan-m-d/</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.instagram.com/patdbmd/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/patdbmd/?hl=en</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Host, Timothy Deer, MD:</p> <p dir="ltr">Dr. Deer is the president and CEO of the Spine and Nerve Centers of the Virginias. Dr. Deer has led a revolution in interventional spine and nerve care by teaching thousands of physicians an algorithmic approach to care including methods that are less invasive at a lower risk for complications.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://centerforpainrelief.com/about/tim-deer-md/">https://centerforpainrelief.com/about/tim-deer-md/</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://twitter.com/doctdeer?lang=en">https://twitter.com/doctdeer?lang=en</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.instagram.com/timdeer30a/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/timdeer30a/?hl=en</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Guest, Shriram Raghunathan:</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/shriram-raghunathan-ph-d-9b0a467/">Shriram</a> is a neuroengineering pioneer and founder of <a href= "https://noctrixhealth.com/">Noctrix Health</a>. Shri has been leading his team in the development of innovative solutions to improve the lives of patients with neurological disorders like restless leg syndrome, aiming to level the playing field between medical devices and pharmaceuticals in patient care.</p> <p dir="ltr">https://noctrixhealth.com/</p> <p dir="ltr">Guest,Kris Krustangel:</p> <p dir="ltr">Kris is the Vice President of Sales and Commercial Operations at Noctrix Health. He is a dynamic commercial leader with a proven track record of consistently delivering growth from the first dollar of disruptive product launches, all the way through to a $625 million exit to a strategic. Passionate about cultivating and elevating high-performing teams. Energetic change agent adept at swiftly identifying opportunities and guiding organizations toward longterm positive outcomes.</p> <p dir="ltr"> https://www.linkedin.com/in/kris-krustangel-5a10a94/</p> <p dir="ltr">About ASPN:<br /> ASPN was created to bring the top minds in the fields of pain and neuroscience together. ASPN has a mission to improve education, highlight scientific curiosity, establish best practice, and elevate each other in a quest to improve the field of pain and neuroscience. All initiatives of ASPN are dedicated to improving patient outcomes, education, research, and innovation.</p> <p dir="ltr">ASPN's website and social links:</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aspnpain.com/">https://aspnpain.com<br /> <br /></a><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixMNhEtOiRm1aQmDWtzxmg">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixMNhEtOiRm1aQmDWtzxmg</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.instagram.com/aspn_painneuro/">https://www.instagram.com/aspn_painneuro/</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.facebook.com/PainNeuro">https://www.facebook.com/PainNeuro</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/aspn/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/aspn/</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://twitter.com/aspn_painneuro">https://twitter.com/aspn_painneuro</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Our Sponsors:</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Noctrix Health: At Noctrix Health, Inc. we are developing the next generation of clinically validated wearable therapeutics for the management of chronic neurological disorders.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">https://nidrarls.com/</p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-98a2d47a-7fff-3dc1-a687-7e95ef77a573"><br /> <br /></strong></p>
March 9, 2026
Beyond the Loop: How ECAPS and EVA are Changing Clinical Practice
<p dir="ltr">In this episode, our guests, Dr. Jason Pope and Dr. Jonathan Goree, break down and simplify closed loop spinal cord stimulation. They discuss how this therapy has changed their clinical practice. Disclosers: Dr. Pope and Goree are paid consultants for Saluda Medical. </p> <p dir="ltr">Host, Patrick Buchanan, MD:</p> <p dir="ltr">Dr. Buchanan is double board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. His goal is to help his patients get their life back by managing their pain and focus on things they love and enjoy.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.californiapaindoctors.com/patrick-buchanan-m-d/">https://www.californiapaindoctors.com/patrick-buchanan-m-d/</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.instagram.com/patdbmd/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/patdbmd/?hl=en</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Host, Timothy Deer, MD:</p> <p dir="ltr">Dr. Deer is the president and CEO of the Spine and Nerve Centers of the Virginias. Dr. Deer has led a revolution in interventional spine and nerve care by teaching thousands of physicians an algorithmic approach to care including methods that are less invasive at a lower risk for complications.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://centerforpainrelief.com/about/tim-deer-md/">https://centerforpainrelief.com/about/tim-deer-md/</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://twitter.com/doctdeer?lang=en">https://twitter.com/doctdeer?lang=en</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.instagram.com/timdeer30a/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/timdeer30a/?hl=en</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Guest, Jason Pope, MD:</p> <p dir="ltr">With over a decade of experience, and regarded as one of the most influential key opinion leaders in the field of pain medicine and neuromodulation, Dr. Jason Pope in Santa Rosa is triple boarded in Pain Medicine, has published over 80 peer reviewed journals, spoken at numerous national and international conferences, and has consulted with many start-ups and established companies.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://evolverestorativecenter.care/">https://evolverestorativecenter.care/</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Guest, Jonathan Goree, MD:</p> <p dir="ltr">Board certified in anesthesiology and pain medicine, Dr. Johnathan Goree is a proud alumnus of Catholic High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. In 2014, Dr. Goree returned home to Little Rock, Arkansas to join the faculty at UAMS where he serves as the Director of Interventional Pain Management Services and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology. He primarily focuses on the treatment of chronic pain conditions using minimally invasive procedures, spinal cord stimulation, and vertebral augmentation. </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://medicine.uams.edu/pain/meet-our-team/johnathan-h-goree-m-d/"> https://medicine.uams.edu/pain/meet-our-team/johnathan-h-goree-m-d/</a></p> <p dir="ltr">About ASPN:<br /> ASPN was created to bring the top minds in the fields of pain and neuroscience together. ASPN has a mission to improve education, highlight scientific curiosity, establish best practice, and elevate each other in a quest to improve the field of pain and neuroscience. All initiatives of ASPN are dedicated to improving patient outcomes, education, research, and innovation.</p> <p dir="ltr">ASPN's website and social links:</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aspnpain.com/">https://aspnpain.com<br /> <br /></a><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixMNhEtOiRm1aQmDWtzxmg">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixMNhEtOiRm1aQmDWtzxmg</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.instagram.com/aspn_painneuro/">https://www.instagram.com/aspn_painneuro/</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.facebook.com/PainNeuro">https://www.facebook.com/PainNeuro</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/aspn/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/aspn/</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://twitter.com/aspn_painneuro">https://twitter.com/aspn_painneuro</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Our sponsors:</p> <p dir="ltr">Saluda Medical: Saluda is the first to directly measure the spinal cord's physiologic response to stimulation. A 10+ year journey since the first ECAP measurement to transform the science and practice of SCS using Evoked Compound Action Potentials (ECAPs) to pioneer smart neuromodulation therapy. The Evoke® System listens and responds to each patient's neural signature. </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.saludamedical.com/">https://www.saludamedical.com/</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Spinal Simplicity: Spinal Simplicity is a medical device company dedicated to creating simple, innovative procedure solutions for our physician partners to help improve their patient's pain and quality of life. A life where pain no longer defines the day. That's the future we fight for. Chronic pain steals independence, freedom, and joy. At Spinal Simplicity, we believe patients deserve more—lasting relief, restored mobility, and renewed hope.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://spinalsimplicity.com/">https://spinalsimplicity.com/</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Mainstay Medical:</p> <p dir="ltr">Mainstay Medical is a global medical device company offering a new therapeutic solution for people suffering from mechanical chronic low back pain (CLBP). ReActiv8 is a restorative therapy designed to address impaired neuromuscular control and multifidus dysfunction linked to CLBP. We aim to transform lives everyday by improving function and alleviating pain.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://mainstaymedical.com/">https://mainstaymedical.com/</a></p> <p dir="ltr">SPR:</p> <p dir="ltr">SPR is advancing pain management with the SPR® SPRINT® PNS System — a non-opioid, non-surgical, minimally invasive First-Line PNS™ treatment designed to provide significant and sustained relief. Backed by the largest body of clinical evidence in PNS, SPRINT PNS offers a clinically proven, patient-centric and non-surgical alternative to more invasive options.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.sprpainrelief.com/">https://www.sprpainrelief.com/</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Biotronik:</p> <p dir="ltr">At BIOTRONIK Neuro, we're ready to redefine relief for patients experiencing chronic pain. Leveraging BIOTRONIK's advanced cardiovascular technologies, BIOTRONIK Neuro has created a new approach to SCS therapy management: one that's not just implanted, but truly connected to the needs of patients and providers. </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.biotronik.com/en-us/professionals/prospera-scs">https://www.biotronik.com/en-us/professionals/prospera-scs</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Lembas Health: </p> <p dir="ltr">Lembas Health is revolutionizing nutrition care delivery by providing the first practice-integrated nutrition therapy platform for orthopedic and pain management practices. The Lembas AI-assisted platform enables physicians to offer patients personalized, evidence-based nutrition care while generating meaningful revenue through seamless reimbursable billing integration, with no added burdens. </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lembashealth.com/">https://www.lembashealth.com/</a></p> <p> </p>
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