The 20 Best Chronic Pain Doctors Near Me in Madison, WI

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 71 doctor with experience in Chronic Pain near Madison, WI. Of these, 64 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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71 providers found
    Elite in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Elite in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alaa Abd is a Pain Medicine provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Abd is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Femoral Nerve Dysfunction, Neuralgia, Chronic Pain, Tenotomy, and Knee Replacement.

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

    UW Health Pharmacy Services

    1102 S Park St, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nathan Rudin is a Pain Medicine provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Rudin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Brittle Cornea Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, and Central Pain Syndrome.

    Thomas Stauss
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine

    Surgi Center Of Greater Madison

    34 Schroeder Ct Ste 100, 
    Madison, WI 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Stauss is a Pain Medicine provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Stauss is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Cervical Spondylosis, and Spinal Stenosis.

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

    University Of Wisconsin Medical Foundation Inc

    1 S Park St, 
    Madison, WI 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nalini Sehgal is a Pain Medicine provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Sehgal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Facet Joint Syndrome, Neuralgia, and Central Pain Syndrome.

    Thomas Faull
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine

    SSM Health Dean Medical Group

    700 S. Park St., 
    Madison, WI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Faull is a Pain Medicine specialist and an Anesthesiologist in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Faull 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 Facet Joint Syndrome, Sciatica, Chronic Pain, and Spinal Stenosis.

    Kwadwo Achampong
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine

    SSM Health Dean Medical Group

    700 S. Park St., 
    Madison, WI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kwadwo Achampong is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and practices as a pain medicine physician. He obtained his undergraduate degree from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL and earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine in Iowa City, IA. He completed his residency in anesthesiology from the University of Illinois Hospital System in Chicago, IL and his fellowship in pain medicine from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pittsburgh, PA. Achampong's practice is focused on pain management. He is specifically interested in neuromodulation as well as psychological and physical rehabilitation. Dr. Achampong is a member of the American Pain Society and the American Medical Association. In his spare time, Dr. Achampong participates in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, soccer, basketball, and other sports. He is always interested in trying new activities and looks forward to the winter adventures that Madison has to offer. I approach each patient by putting myself in their shoes. I repeat their sentiments to make sure that we are on the same page. I also try to consider the patient's family, workload, social concerns, and then tailor their care to best address their needs. - Kwadwo Achampong, MD. Dr. Achampong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Facet Joint Syndrome, Neuralgia, Chronic Pain, and Cervical Spondylosis.

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

    UW Health Pharmacy Services

    1102 S Park St, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michelle Poliak is a Pain Medicine provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Poliak has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Facet Joint Syndrome, Chronic Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and Neuralgia.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Advanced in Chronic Pain

    University Of Wisconsin Hospital And Clinics

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Miroslav Backonja is a Neurologist in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Backonja is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Neuralgia, Chronic Pain, Diabetic Neuropathy, and Peripheral Neuropathy.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Experienced in Chronic Pain

    Office

    333 East Campus Mall, 
    Madison, WI 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aruna Josyula is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Josyula is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Dementia.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Experienced in Chronic Pain

    University Of Wisconsin Medical Foundation Inc

    1 S Park St, 
    Madison, WI 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sara Christensen is a Physiatrist in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Christensen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Facet Joint Syndrome, Brachial Plexopathy, and Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    General Surgery

    University Of Wisconsin Medical Foundation Inc

    1 S Park St, 
    Madison, WI 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Afshin Heidari is a General Surgeon in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Heidari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Chronic Pain, and Sciatica.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Experienced in Chronic Pain

    University Of Wisconsin Hospitals & Clinics Authority

    20 S Park St, 
    Madison, WI 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Bernhardt is a Pediatrics provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Bernhardt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tennis Elbow, and Baker Cyst.

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

    University Of Wisconsin Hospitals & Clinics Authority

    20 S Park St, 
    Madison, WI 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deborah Boushea is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Boushea is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Multiple Myeloma, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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

    University Of Wisconsin Hospitals & Clinics Authority

    20 S Park St, 
    Madison, WI 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tony Chang is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

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

    GHC Pharmacy Capitol

    675 W Washington Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Deborah Williams is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Ballinger-Wallace Syndrome, Myasthenia Gravis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis.

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

    UW Health Pharmacy Services

    1102 S Park St, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Bryce is a Pain Medicine provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Bryce is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Chronic Pain, and Invertebral Disc Disease.

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

    UW Health Pharmacy Services

    1102 S Park St, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonas Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Diabetic Nephropathy, Polyarteritis Nodosa, Sciatica, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Neurosurgery

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Youngwon Youn is a Neurosurgery provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Youn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Essential Tremor, Chronic Pain, Movement Disorders, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Neurosurgery

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Wendell Lake is a Neurosurgery provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Lake is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Hydrocephalus, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Rhizotomy.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Neurosurgery

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Snyder is a Neurosurgery provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Snyder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, and Meningioma.

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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 Madison, WI?

    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 Madison, WI?

    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 Madison, WI?

    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 Madison, WI?

    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 Madison, WI?

    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 Madison, WI?

    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 Madison, WI?

    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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