Frequently Asked Questions

Until recently, the vast majority of injections to treat pain in Canada have been performed without the availability of real-time x-ray and ultrasound guidance. There has also been a nation-wide shortage of board-certified pain medicine specialists in Canada. It is our mission to provide compassionate care to Canadians using the latest technology and advancements to treat chronic pain.

Your consultation is covered by OHIP. The vast majority of our treatments are covered by OHIP as well. We also provide some options that are not OHIP-insured at this time. Your Specialist will discuss what treatments are appropriate and safe for you.

We are committed to scheduling your consultation within 2 weeks of receiving a referral from your doctor.

OHIP requires that you have a referral to be seen by a specialist in Ontario. Talk to your family doctor or other referring doctors. The referral form can be found on this website.

We encourage you to bring all of your previous imaging to your consultation.

Depending on the procedure you receive, the treatment usually takes about 30 minutes. Your Doctor will meet with you before the injection to address any questions or concerns. Your doctor will then use real-time X-ray or ultrasound imaging as they are performing the injection for the safest and most effective results. You will be monitored for a short period following the injection before you are discharged home.

The injections are intended to target your severe debilitating pain. The procedure is not expected to give you more pain than what you experience on daily experience. Our highly trained and skilled doctors will use freezing agents to make you comfortable throughout the procedure.

Depending on the length of the infusion you receive, the treatment usually takes anywhere from 1 hour to 6 hours. Your Doctor will meet with you before the infusion to address any questions or concerns. An IV will be placed in your arm. The infusion will begin, and you will be monitored closely throughout your infusion. You will be further monitored for a short period following the infusion before you are discharged home with your designated driver.

This is not a surgical procedure and most patients return to work the following day.

Our goal is to improve your quality of life with as few interventions as possible. Typically patients will only require 3-4 visits a year.

Our specialists will provide you with a comprehensive and individualized care plan using the latest interventional procedures, non-opioid based medications, and physical therapy. Lifestyle modification is crucial for long term results.

We are located in North York, in the city of Toronto. The facility is easily accessible by Highway 401 or Don Valley Parkway, as well as by TTC. There is free parking on site. You will also find access to Alpha labs , diagnostic imaging ( X-ray/Ultrasound), physical therapy, pharmacy, and Baretto Cafe.