The 20 Best Chronic Pain Doctors Near Me in Worcester, MA

Find the Top Chronic Pain Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 69 doctor with experience in Chronic Pain near Worcester, MA. Of these, 66 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Michael C. Fahey
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics

    UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Michael Fahey is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Cardiologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Fahey has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Niemann-Pick Disease, Lissencephaly 2, Agyria Pachygyria Polymicrogyria, Hypotonia, and Rhizotomy.

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

    UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center

    55 Lake Ave N, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paula Gardiner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Gardiner is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Fibromyalgia, Migraine, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura.

    Philip J. Bolduc
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine

    Family Health Center Of Worcester Inc.

    26 Queen Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Philip Bolduc is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Bolduc has been practicing medicine for over 26 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dementia Complex, Myelitis, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.

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    Stephen M. Gutting
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Experienced in Chronic Pain

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Gutting is a Neurosurgery provider in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Gutting has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Elizabeth A. Murphy
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Internal Medicine

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Elizabeth Murphy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Murphy has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, and Pulmonary Edema.

    Mary E. Lindholm
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Lindholm is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Lindholm has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Erik J. Garcia
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Internal Medicine

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Erik Garcia is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Garcia has been practicing medicine for over 35 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Opioid Use Disorder, Delirium Tremens, and Hepatitis C.

    Deborah E. Dreyfus
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Deborah Dreyfus is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Dreyfus has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Memory Loss, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, and Urinary Incontinence.

    Liam P. Burke
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    12+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Liam Burke is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Burke has been practicing medicine for over 12 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Lyme Disease, Vertigo, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Katharine C. Barnard
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine

    Worcester RISE For Health, Inc.

    18 Chestnut Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish

    Katharine Barnard is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Barnard has been practicing medicine for over 26 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Opioid Use Disorder, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Melanie M. Gnazzo
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine

    Family Health Center Of Worcester Inc.

    26 Queen Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Melanie Gnazzo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Gnazzo has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Rebecca D. Blumhofer
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine

    Family Health Center Of Worcester Inc.

    26 Queen Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebecca Blumhofer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Blumhofer has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Opioid Use Disorder, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Familial Hypertension.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus

    119 Belmont Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    9+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stanley Konieczny is a Pain Medicine specialist and an Anesthesiologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Konieczny has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and 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, and Epidural Lipomatosis.

    Andrew P. El
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus

    119 Belmont Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    6+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew El is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Hospital Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. El has been practicing medicine for over 6 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome and Chronic Pain.

    Andrew J. Duarte
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Physiatry | Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Physiatry | Pain Medicine

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus

    119 Belmont Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    9+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Duarte is a Physiatrist and a Pain Medicine provider in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Duarte has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Scoliosis, Cervical Spondylosis, and Femoral Nerve Dysfunction.

    Stephanie T. Carter
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine

    UMass Memorial Hahnemann Family Health Center

    279 Lincoln Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephanie Carter is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Carter has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Vertigo, and Chronic Pain.

    Ronald N. Adler
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine

    UMass Memorial Hahnemann Family Health Center

    279 Lincoln Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronald Adler is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Adler has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Anesthesiology
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Anesthesiology

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus

    119 Belmont St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pascal Scemama is an Anesthesiologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Scemama has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Facet Joint Syndrome, Wallerian Degeneration, and Giant Axonal Neuropathy.

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

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edmond Zaccaria is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Zaccaria has been practicing medicine for over 39 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Down Syndrome, Chronic Pain, Schizoaffective Disorder, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Anesthesiology
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Anesthesiology

    UMass Memorial Medical Center

    119 Belmont St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gordon Novak is an Anesthesiologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Novak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Facet Joint Syndrome, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, and Invertebral Disc Disease.

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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 Worcester, MA?

    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 Worcester, MA?

    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 Worcester, MA?

    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 Worcester, MA?

    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 Worcester, MA?

    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 Worcester, MA?

    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 Worcester, MA?

    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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