Overview
Ava Socik, MD, an anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist at Endeavor Health, provides compassionate care for patients with acute and chronic pain. She treats conditions such as migraines, neuropathy, spinal stenosis, cancer pain, complex regional pain syndrome and joint pain. Dr. Socik performs interventional procedures including epidural and facet injections, radiofrequency ablation, nerve blocks, joint injections, spinal cord stimulation and minimally invasive lumbar decompression. She works closely with patients to relieve pain, restore function and improve quality of life.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Giant Axonal Neuropathy, Wallerian Degeneration, Pudendal Neuralgia, and Acute Pain.
Dr. Socik is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Socik is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
9600 Gross Point Rd., Suite 1200, Skokie, IL 60076
2100 Pfingsten Rd., Department Of Anesthesia, Glenview, IL 60026
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Endeavor Health Medical Group
David Dickerson, MD, an anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist at Endeavor Health, provides individualized, evidence-based care for patients with complex pain conditions. With more than a decade of experience, he uses advanced technologies, including image-guided procedures and microelectrodes, to help patients reduce pain and improve function. Dr. Dickerson also leads efforts to improve opioid safety and expand access to non-opioid treatments across the health system. Dr. Dickerson is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Central Pain Syndrome, Neuralgia, Chronic Pain, Giant Axonal Neuropathy, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Dickerson is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology. Dr. Dickerson is currently accepting new patients.
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Rush University Medical Center
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ava J. Socik
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ava J. Socik?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ava J. Socik by calling their office at 847-945-7246. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ava J. Socik a top-rated expert for Giant Axonal Neuropathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ava J. Socik is classified as an Experienced expert for Giant Axonal Neuropathy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Ava J. Socik specialize in?
While Dr. Ava J. Socik is a Pain Medicine, they have specific expertise in Giant Axonal Neuropathy, Wallerian Degeneration, and Pudendal Neuralgia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pain Medicine.
Does Dr. Ava J. Socik participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ava J. Socik has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Giant Axonal Neuropathy. You can view a list of Dr. Ava J. Socik's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ava J. Socik accept my insurance?
Dr. Ava J. Socik accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-945-7246 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute PainDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- BursitisDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Central Pain SyndromeDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Central Pain Syndrome.
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- Chronic PainDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pain.
- Complex Regional Pain SyndromeDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Complex Regional Pain Syndrome.
- Femoral Nerve DysfunctionDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Femoral Nerve Dysfunction.
- Frozen ShoulderDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
- Giant Axonal NeuropathyDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Giant Axonal Neuropathy.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- NeuralgiaDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- Pudendal NeuralgiaDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Pudendal Neuralgia.
- Sacroiliac Joint DiseaseDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Sacroiliac Joint Disease.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- TendinitisDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- Thoracic Outlet SyndromeDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
- Wallerian DegenerationDr. Socik isExperienced. Learn about Wallerian Degeneration.