The 20 Best Chronic Pain Doctors Near Me in Fort Walton Beach, FL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 16 doctor with experience in Chronic Pain near Fort Walton Beach, FL. Of these, 11 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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16 providers found
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Anesthesiology
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Anesthesiology

    Office

    930 Mar Walt Dr, 
    Fort Walton Beach, FL 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mathew Mccune is an Anesthesiologist practicing medicine in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Dr. Mccune is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Spondylosis, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Opisthotonos, and Muscle Spasms.

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

    Office

    930 Mar Walt Dr, 
    Fort Walton Beach, FL 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Baker Mitchell is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Spondylosis, Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, and Sacroiliac Joint Disease.

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

    Orthopaedic Associates

    1034 Mar Walt Dr, 
    Fort Walton Beach, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Johnson is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Advanced 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 Chronic Pain, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Myelopathy, and Cervical Spondylosis.

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

    Office

    1034 Mar Walt Dr Unit 100, 
    Fort Walton Beach, FL 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Chipman is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Dr. Chipman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Cervical Spondylosis, Opisthotonos, and Muscle Spasms.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Neurosurgery

    Dr. Sam Critides, MD

    350G Racetrack Rd NW, 
    Fort Walton Beach, FL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sam Critides is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Dr. Critides is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Subdural Hematoma, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft. Dr. Critides is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Novak & Novak PA

    994 Airport Rd, 
    Destin, FL 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yvette Novak is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Destin, Florida. Dr. Novak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Anesthesiology
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Anesthesiology

    Anesthesia Inc

    3997 Commons Dr W Ste M, 
    Destin, FL 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Haufe is an Anesthesiologist practicing medicine in Destin, Florida. Dr. Haufe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His clinical expertise encompasses Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Cervical Spondylosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Spinal Stenosis.

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

    MDVIP - Destin, FL

    137 Crystal Beach Dr Ste 137-C, 
    Destin, FL 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Tuel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Destin, Florida. Dr. Tuel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

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

    Michael P Roberts, MD PA

    1001 College Blvd W Ste D Bldg 1, 
    Niceville, FL 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Roberts is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Niceville, Florida. Dr. Roberts is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 83 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

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

    Office

    1001 College Blvd W Ste F, 
    Niceville, FL 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicholas Steckler is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Niceville, Florida. Dr. Steckler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

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

    Office

    4554 E Highway 20 Ste 100, 
    Niceville, FL 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pat Tidwell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Niceville, Florida. Dr. Tidwell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Cirrhosis, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Cynthia Blackwell Bryan MD PA

    1001 College Blvd W Ste G, 
    Niceville, FL 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cynthia Bryan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Niceville, Florida. Dr. Bryan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hyperlipidemia Type 3, High Cholesterol, Renal Hypomagnesemia Type 2, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Neurosurgery

    Apex Neurosurgery And Spine

    155 Crystal Beach Dr Ste 200, 
    Destin, FL 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Timothy Monroe is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Destin, Florida. Dr. Monroe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Monroe is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Experienced in Chronic Pain

    Florida Neurosurgery And Spine Center PA

    155 Crystal Beach Dr Ste 200, 
    Destin, FL 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pritesh Patel is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Destin, Florida. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Muscle Spasms, Opisthotonos, Chronic Pain, and Invertebral Disc Disease.

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

    Ascension Sacred Heart Medical Park And Walk-In Clinic-Destin

    36500 Emerald Coast Pkwy, 
    Destin, FL 
     (13.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Zielinski is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Destin, Florida. Dr. Zielinski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Nephrosclerosis.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Experienced in Chronic Pain

    Andrews Institute For Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

    8880 Navarre Pkwy, 
    Navarre, FL 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas Goyeneche is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Navarre, Florida. Dr. Goyeneche is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His clinical expertise encompasses Tennis Elbow, Tendinitis, Concussion, and Bursitis.

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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 Fort Walton Beach, FL?

    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 Fort Walton Beach, FL?

    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 Fort Walton Beach, FL?

    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 Fort Walton Beach, FL?

    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 Fort Walton Beach, FL?

    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 Fort Walton Beach, FL?

    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 Fort Walton Beach, FL?

    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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