The 20 Best Chronic Pain Doctors Near Me in San Carlos, CA

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The 20 Best Chronic Pain Doctors near San Carlos, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 238 doctor with experience in Chronic Pain near San Carlos, CA. Of these, 204 are Experienced, 24 are Advanced, 7 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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    Sean Mackey
    Elite in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Elite in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine

    Stanford Health Care

    965 High St, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sean Mackey is a Pain Medicine provider in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Mackey is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Fibromyalgia, Acute Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and Knee Replacement.

    Elite in Chronic Pain
    Neurology | Psychology
    Elite in Chronic Pain
    Neurology | Psychology
    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maisa Ziadni is a Neurologist and a Psychologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Ziadni is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

    Elite in Chronic Pain
    Neurology | Psychology
    Elite in Chronic Pain
    Neurology | Psychology
    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dokyoung You is a Neurologist and a Psychologist in Stanford, California. Dr. You is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain and Alcoholic Neuropathy.

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    Andrew W. Toy
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Experienced in Chronic Pain

    San Carlos Center

    301 Industrial Road, 
    San Carlos, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Toy is a Physiatrist in San Carlos, California. Dr. Toy has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain and Invertebral Disc Disease. Dr. Toy is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Distinguished in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine

    Stanford University Medical Center

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Leong is a Pain Medicine provider in Redwood City, California. Dr. Leong is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Acute Pain, and Neuralgia.

    Distinguished in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Distinguished in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine

    Stanford University Medical Center

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ming-chih Kao is a Pain Medicine provider in Redwood City, California. Dr. Kao is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Shingles, Neuralgia, and Pudendal Neuralgia.

    Distinguished in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Distinguished in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine

    Stanford University Medical Center

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Einar Ottestad is a Pain Medicine provider in Redwood City, California. Dr. Ottestad is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Neuralgia, Chronic Pain, Acute Pain, and Nerve Decompression.

    Distinguished in Chronic Pain
    Anesthesiology | Public Health and Preventive Medicine | Pain Medicine
    Distinguished in Chronic Pain
    Anesthesiology | Public Health and Preventive Medicine | Pain Medicine

    Stanford Health Care

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Hah is an Anesthesiologist and a Public Health and Preventive Medicine provider in Redwood City, California. Dr. Hah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Pain, Pudendal Neuralgia, Wallerian Degeneration, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Distinguished in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine

    Stanford University Medical Center

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Smuck is a Pain Medicine provider in Redwood City, California. Dr. Smuck is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Sciatica, Scoliosis, and Chronic Pain.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Advanced in Chronic Pain

    Remedy Medical Group

    1900 O'Farrell St, Ste 190, 
    San Mateo, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elaine Date is a Physiatrist in San Mateo, California. Dr. Date has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Sciatica, Scoliosis, and Invertebral Disc Disease. Dr. Date is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine

    San Mateo Medical Center

    222 W 39th Ave, 
    San Mateo, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sonia Ter Kuile is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Mateo, California. Dr. Ter Kuile is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Obesity in Children, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Experienced in Chronic Pain

    SOAR Spine And Orthopedics

    400 Seaport Ct, Suite 201, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gerald Keane is a Physiatrist in Redwood City, California. Dr. Keane has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, and Brachial Plexopathy.

    Raymond R. Gaeta
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine

    Palo Alto Center

    Palo Alto, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Raymond Gaeta is a Pain Medicine provider in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Gaeta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, and Sciatica. Dr. Gaeta is currently accepting new patients.

    Rebecca M. Ashe
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Internal Medicine

    San Carlos Center

    301 Industrial Road, 
    San Carlos, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rebecca Ashe is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Carlos, California. Dr. Ashe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS).

    Brett H. Wolff
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Internal Medicine

    San Carlos Center

    301 Industrial Road, Level 2, 
    San Carlos, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brett Wolff is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Carlos, California. Dr. Wolff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Psychiatry | Child and Adolescent Psychiatry | Neurology
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Psychiatry | Child and Adolescent Psychiatry | Neurology

    County Of San Mateo

    222 W 39th Ave, 
    San Mateo, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bruce Eliashof is a Psychiatrist and a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in San Mateo, California. Dr. Eliashof is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Central Pain Syndrome, Major Depression, and Opioid Use Disorder.

    Mimi Ogawa
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine

    San Mateo Primary And Specialty Care

    1100 Park Place, Suite 100, 
    San Mateo, CA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mimi Ogawa is a family medicine doctor who cares for patients of all ages. She has particular interests in preventive medicine and managing substance use disorders.After earning a bachelor's degree in psychology and sociology at the University of California, Berkeley, Ogawa completed the postbaccalaureate premedical program at Bennington College. She earned her medical degree at the Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont and completed a residency in family medicine at the University of Vermont Medical Center. Before joining UCSF, she worked for a community clinic in the East Bay that served all patients, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Ogawa is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and American Board of Family Medicine. She received an Albert Schweitzer Fellowship, in which medical professionals complete a project involving sustainable community-based health care as well as embrace a lifelong commitment to serving vulnerable populations. She also received a grant from the Steven M. Thompson Physician Corps Loan Repayment Program, which provides education debt relief in order to increase the number of doctors providing care in underserved parts of California. A San Francisco native, Ogawa is pleased to be able to care for people where she grew up. Outside of work, she enjoys practicing martial arts, caring for her indoor plants and keeping her senior citizen cat happy. Dr. Ogawa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, and Hiccups.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine

    Stanford University Medical Center

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vafi Salmasi is a Pain Medicine provider in Redwood City, California. Dr. Salmasi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Pudendal Neuralgia, Neuralgia, Chronic Pain, and Vertebroplasty.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine

    Stanford University Medical Center

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jiang-ti Kong is a Pain Medicine provider in Redwood City, California. Dr. Kong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Neuralgia, Femoral Nerve Dysfunction, and Pudendal Neuralgia.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Physiatry
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Physiatry

    Stanford University Medical Center

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lisa Huynh is a Physiatrist in Redwood City, California. Dr. Huynh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Sciatica, Chronic Pain, and Coccydynia.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Chronic Pain?

    Chronic pain is defined as pain that persists for more than three months, in contrast to acute pain which is limited. Chronic pain may be the result of injury, infection, or chronic disease and can manifest as low back pain, migraines, arthritis, neuralgias or neurological diseases affecting various nerves, cancer, and even psychogenic pain where no physical cause can be found. Chronic pain more commonly affects older adults and can be unrelenting (without relief) or intermittent (continuing to come and go).

    When should I see a Chronic Pain doctor near San Carlos, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Chronic Pain doctor near San Carlos, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Chronic Pain doctors near San Carlos, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Chronic Pain doctors near San Carlos, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Chronic Pain doctor near San Carlos, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Chronic Pain doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Chronic Pain doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Chronic Pain doctor near San Carlos, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Chronic Pain doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Chronic Pain doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Chronic Pain doctors near San Carlos, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Chronic Pain doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Chronic Pain doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Chronic Pain doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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