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Alaa Abd-Elsayed, MD, is a UW Health anesthesiologist and the medical director of the Pain Management Clinic. Dr. Abd-Elsayed treats patients with chronic pain in the back, neck, knees, shoulders, hips and other areas. He also uses neuromodulation, a therapeutic technique, to manage neuropathic pain in the nervous system. Dr. Abd-Elsayed is an associate professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Wisconsin. He focuses his research on treating pain with interventional procedures, including electrical stimulation and sacroiliac joint function.Dr. Abd-Elsayed aims to help people get better through compassionate care. He treats patients like his family, so they know they’re in good hands.In his free time, Dr. Abd-Elsayed enjoys chess and music.I care for patients like my own family. I don’t just treat their symptoms; I treat them as people. Dr. Abd-Elsayed is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuralgia, Femoral Nerve Dysfunction, Chronic Pain, Tenotomy, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Abd-Elsayed is board certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine. Dr. Abd-Elsayed is currently accepting new patients.

Thomas Faull is an Anesthesiologist and a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Faull is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Facet Joint Syndrome, Sciatica, Chronic Pain, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Faull is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology/Pain Management , Wisconsin Medical Examining Board, American Board Of Anesthesiology , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Faull is currently accepting new patients.

Kristopher Schroeder, MD is a UW Health anesthesiologist and a professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. He provides anesthesia care for patients with acute pain.Dr. Schroeder specializes in treating patients with acute pain resulting from trauma or surgical interventions. He provides acute pain medication, regional anesthesia and perioperative (before, during and after) pain management to reduce pain. His goal is to decrease the use and impact of opioid analgesics.Dr. Schroeder uses a patient-focused approach to care. He understands each patient has unique needs and customizes their treatment to meet those needs and ensure optimal recovery outcomes. Dr. Schroeder believes patient education is important and takes time to educate his patients and their families on the treatment options available and the impact those treatments may have on their recovery.In addition to his clinical and teaching roles, Dr. Schroeder serves as interim vice chair of education and vice chair of faculty development in the Department of Anesthesiology. He also conducts research evaluating the aspects of perioperative pain management and patient education.In his free time, Dr. Schroeder enjoys writing and spending time with his family and friends.I continue to see the perioperative period as an opportunity to make a profound and lasting impact on the recovery path of our patients. Dr. Schroeder is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Knee Replacement and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Schroeder is board certified in Anesthesiology.