The 20 Best Chronic Pain Doctors Near Me in Santa Cruz, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 34 doctor with experience in Chronic Pain near Santa Cruz, CA. Of these, 34 are Experienced.

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34 providers found
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Palliative Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Palliative Medicine

    Commercial Crossing Center

    2850 Commercial Crossing, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Morris is a Palliative Medicine provider practicing medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Morris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Liver Failure, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Dr. Morris is board certified in Hospice And Palliative Medicine - Board Certified. Dr. Morris is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Experienced in Chronic Pain

    Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Dignity Health Medical Group - Santa Cruz, CA

    1595 Soquel Dr, Suite 140, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Our goal is to help patients return to community living.  We design individually tailored non-surgical treatment plans to ensure the best possible outcome and return patients to an active lifestyle. Dr. Ryan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, Paraplegia, Scoliosis, and Invertebral Disc Disease. Dr. Ryan is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Dr. Ryan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Internal Medicine

    Internal Medicine - Dignity Health Medical Group - Santa Cruz, CA

    1595 Soquel Dr, Suite 400, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Why I Became a Medical Provider:I had the privilege of studying and working at some of the best hospitals in China and the United States and was inspired by the doctors there. Also, I wanted to pursue a line of work that is meaningful every day.Personal Interests and Hobbies:Cooking, bikingProvide every patient with the care that we would want for our own loved ones. Dr. Qi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis. Dr. Qi is board certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Qi is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Neurosurgery | Neurology

    Stanford Healthcare

    1595 Soquel Dr, Ste 360, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bringing extensive training and care in treating brain and spinal diseases and conditions to patients in Santa Cruz County. Dr. Harraher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy. Dr. Harraher is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Dignity Health Medical Foundation

    1595 Soquel Dr, Suite 400, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Thanh Vu is a licensed medical professional who specializes in internal medicine. Dr. Vu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Liver, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Vu is board certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Vu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Experienced in Chronic Pain

    PAMF - Neurosurgery

    1661 Soquel Dr, Bldg F, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Summa is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Summa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Summa is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Summa is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    General Practice
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    General Practice

    County Of Santa Cruz Health Services Agency Pharmacy

    1080 Emeline Ave, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robin Brooks is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Brooks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Sciatica.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Experienced in Chronic Pain

    Mercedes G. Laurencin, MD Private Practice

    634 Frederick St, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Across the country, patients are joining exceptional medical practices that emphasize high quality, high convenience, and patient-centered healthcare. Patients pay an annual fee to receive superior service, prompt access, outstanding primary care, and state-of-the-art electronic medical records. This practice combines the old-fashioned concept of a dedicated personal physician with the latest in newly developed technology. Dr. Laurencin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain. Dr. Laurencin is board certified in Anesthesiology (Sub: Hospice And Palliative Medicine) and Family Medicine. Dr. Laurencin is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Santa Cruz Center

    2025 Soquel Avenue, Floor 2, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jaclyn Gadbaw is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Gadbaw is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her clinical expertise encompasses Homocystinuria due to MTHFR Deficiency, Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. Dr. Gadbaw is board certified in Family Medicine - Board Certified.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Experienced in Chronic Pain

    Pamf - Pmr

    2911 Chanticleer Ave, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Marcus is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Marcus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Bursitis, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and Tendinitis. Dr. Marcus is board certified in Physical Med & Rehab (Sub: Neuromuscular Medicine), Physical Med & Rehab (Sub: Pain Medicine), Physical Med & Rehab (Sub: Sports Medicine), and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Physiatry

    Pamf - Pmr

    2911 Chanticleer Ave, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kaly Kao is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Santa Cruz, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Kao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Herniated Disk, and Cervical Spondylosis. Dr. Kao is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

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

    Family Medicine - Dignity Health Medical Group - Soquel, CA

    4700 Soquel Dr, 
    Soquel, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    I believe in treating every patient as an individual person, with dignity, kindness and compassion. Together we will work, to help you feel your best. Dr. Crawford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Pemphigus Foliaceus, Pemphigus, and Epidural Hematoma. Dr. Crawford is board certified in Family Medicine.

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

    Santa Cruz Women's Heatlh Center

    250 Locust St, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wendy Sickels is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Sickels is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, and Vertigo.

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

    Santa Cruz Women's Heatlh Center

    250 Locust St, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elisa Breton is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Breton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Chronic Cough, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

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

    Santa Cruz Women's Heatlh Center

    250 Locust St, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carrie Eisberg is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Eisberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her clinical expertise encompasses Premenstrual Syndrome, Insomnia, Chronic Pain, and Alopecia Areata.

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

    Santa Cruz Women's Heatlh Center

    250 Locust St, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kristina Muten is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Muten is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Chronic Pain, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Ascites.

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

    Office

    850 Front St, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leelia Franck is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Franck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Headache, Chronic Cough, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

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

    PAMF - FM Soquel Dr

    1301 Mission Street, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bruce Eisendorf is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Eisendorf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His clinical expertise encompasses RUNX1 Familial Platelet Disorder, Paris-Trousseau Thrombocytopenia, Anemia, and Thrombocytopenia. Dr. Eisendorf is board certified in Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Internal Medicine

    County Of Santa Cruz Health Services Agency Pharmacy

    1080 Emeline Ave, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Judith Kelley is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Kelley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myelitis, AIDS Dementia Complex, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and HIV/AIDS.

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

    County Of Santa Cruz Health Services Agency Pharmacy

    1080 Emeline Ave, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Linda Lou is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Lou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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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