About Us

Meet Dr. Behnoosh Rahavard

Dr. Rahavard is a distinguished pain management physician with extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating complex pain disorders. She completed her Anesthesiology Residency at the University of Illinois (Advocate Health) and pursued an elite Pain Medicine Fellowship at Henry Ford Health of Wayne State University. She also conducted postdoctoral research at UCLA’s Department of Anesthesiology, further deepening her knowledge in pain mechanisms and innovative treatments.

With a strong academic background, Dr. Rahavard has authored numerous scientific articles and book chapters, contributing to major medical journals such as Pain Practice Journal, Circulation Journal, Practical Chronic Pain Management, and Pain Medicine News. She has been a featured speaker at over 30 national and international medical conferences, including the American Society of Regional Anesthesia (ASRA), North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS), American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM), and American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA).

Circadian Pain Patterns in Human Pain Conditions – A Systemic Review. Pain Practice. 2022; 13149.
Minorities Have Higher Pain Sensitivity Than Non-Hispanic Whites. Pain Medicine News. 2018; Clinical Pain Medicine Section.
Different Pain Responses to Chronic and Acute Pain in Various Ethnic/Racial Groups. Pain Manag. 2017; 7(5): 427-453.
Rescue of Bupivaciane-induced Cardiac Arrest by Lipid Emulsion is Prevented by Inhibition of Free Fatty Acid Receptor GPR40. 2015; Circulation. 132: A15968
Esophageal Stenting in Caustic Injuries: A Modified Technique to Avoid Laparotomy. Gen Thor and Card Surg. 2015; 63(7): 406-412.
Cellular and Biological Evaluation and Diagnostic Immunohistochemistry of Cytokeratin 15/19 Expression in Distinguishing Canine Basal Cell Carcinoma. Biologicals. 2015; 43(3): 181-185.

CRPS of Upper Extremity Misdiagnosed with Cervical Radiculopathy. Midwest Anesthesia Residents Conference (MARC) annual meeting, Detroit, MI: April 2019
Why CRPS Can Be Misdiagnosed with Cervical Radiculopathy by Primary Care Physicians. San Antonio, TX: November 2018
Occult Hip Fracture Misdiagnosed with Lumbar Disc Herniation for Nine Months, Led to Chronic Intractable Pain. San Antonio, TX: November 2018
Anesthesiology Management of Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator Placement Surgery for a Patient with Obstructive Sleep Apnea. American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA). San Farancisco , CA: October 2018
Anesthesiology Management of a Patient with Large Posterior Fossa Meningioma and Obstructive Hydrocephalus. American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA). San Farancisco , CA: October 2018
Short Segmental Spinal Fusion Surgery as a Part of Multi Modal Pain Management Was With Reduction in the Opioid Therapy in Patients with Adult Onset Scoliosis; Two Case Reports. American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA). San Farancisco , CA: October 2018
Gabapentin Can Lead to Suicidal Thoughts or Attempts in High Risk Patients; A Case Report. American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA). New York, NY: April 2018
Limited Spine Surgery Can Be Utilized As an Adjuvant to Reduce the Opioid-Based Management in Patients with Adult Onset Scoliosis (AOS) and Complex Spine Disorders. American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA). New York, NY: April 2018
nesthesia Considerations for Hypoglossal Nerve timulator (HSN) Placement Surgery. Midwest Anesthesia Residents Conference (MARC) annual meeting, Cincinnati, OH: April 2018
Iatrogenic Esophageal Perforation in a Patient with Zenker Diverticulum and Eventual. Midwest Anesthesia Residents Conference (MARC) annual meeting, Cincinnati, OH: April 2018
Review of the Circadian Pattern of Various Types of Pain. Midwest Anesthesia Residents Conference (MARC) annual meeting, Cincinnati, OH: April 2018
Anesthesiology Considerations in a Patient with Posterior Fossa Meningioma and Obstructive Hydrocephalus. Midwest Anesthesia Residents Conference (MARC) annual meeting, Cincinnati, OH: April 2018
Short Segmental Spine Fusion Surgery (SSSFS) Can Be Used As an Adjuvant to Reduce Opioids Prescription in Patients With Adult-Onset Scoliosis (AOS). Midwest Anesthesia Residents Conference (MARC) annual meeting, Cincinnati, OH: April 2018
Precautions in a Patient with Cerebral-Oligodendroglioma Undergoing Spinal Cord Stimulator (SCS) Placement. North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS) annual meeting. Las Vegas, NV: January 2018
Interview by David C. Holzman, Pain Medicine News, Boston, MA: November 2017
Circadian Patterns Exist for Various Types of Pain. American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA). Orlando, FL: Novemebr 2017
Safeguards of Spinal Cord Stimulator (SCS) Placement in a Patient with Cerebral-Oligodendroglioma. American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA). Orlando, FL: Novemebr 2017
Comparison of Response to Acute and Chronic Pain Among Various Ethnic Groups. American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) annual meeting. Boston, MA: October 2017.
A Case Report of Gabapentin Induced Suicide – Myth or Fact. American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) annual meeting. Boston, MA: October 2017.
Neurological Deterioration in a Patient with Cerebral Gliomatosis Following Spinal Cord Stimulator (SCS) Placement and Symptoms Improved Significantly Following SCS Removal. American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) annual meeting. Boston, MA: October 2017.
Anesthetic Management of a Patient with Bilateral Plural Effusions, Pulmonary Embolism, and Esophageal Perforation Status Post Nissen Fundoplication. American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) annual meeting. Boston, MA: October 2017.
Psychological Assessment Scaling Scores as Predicting Factors for Efficacy of Spinal Cord Stimulator Therapy. Midwest Anesthesia Residents Conference (MARC) annual meeting, Chicago, IL: April 2017
Case Report of the Neurological Deterioration Following Spinal Cord Stimulator Placement in a Patient with Cerebral Oligodendroglioma. Midwest Anesthesia Residents Conference (MARC) annual meeting, Chicago, IL: April 2017
Influence of Ethnicity and Racial Differences on Acute and Chronic Pain. Midwest Anesthesia Residents Conference (MARC) annual meeting, Chicago, IL: April 2017
The Similar Pain Relief and Better Functional Improvement in Obese Patients after Spinal Cord Stimulation Therapy, American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM) annual meeting. Orlando, FL: March 2017.
The Psychological Evaluation by Beck Depression Index (BDI-2) Scale Scores Could Predict the Effectiveness of the Spinal Cord Stimulation Therapy, American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM) annual meeting. Orlando, FL: March 2017.
Comparison of Response to Acute and Chronic Pain among Various Ethnic/Racial groups, American Society of Regional and Pain Medicine (ASRA) annual meeting. San Diego, CA: November 2016.
Psychological Assessment Scaling Scores as Predicting Factors for Efficacy of the Spinal Cord Stimulation Therapy, North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS) annual meeting. Las Vegas, NV: January 2017.
Improved Functional Outcomes in Obese Patients after Spinal Cord Stimulation Therapy, North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS) annual meeting. Las Vegas, NV: January 2017.
Rescue of Bupivacaine-Induced Cardiac Arrest by Lipid Emulsion is Prevented by Inhibition of Free Fatty Acid Receptor GPR40. American Heart Association. Orlando, FL: November 2015.
Evaluation of HDL as a Biomarker. UCLA Association of Professors and Scholars of Iranian Heritage annual meeting. Los Angeles, CA: June 2015.
Hypertension Pathogenesis and Treatment. Radio 670 AM KIRN “Marzhaye Danesh with Dr. Mohamad Navab”. Los Angeles, CA: May 2015.
Hypertension Pathogenesis and Treatment. UCLA Association of Professors and Scholars of Iranian Heritage annual meeting. Los Angeles, CA: June 2014.
Evaluation of efficacy of single dose prednisone on hospitalization in adults with acute asthma attack. Antwerp Medical Students’ Congress (AMSC). Antwerp, Belgium: September 2013.
BOOK CHAPTERS: Rahavard BB, Knezevic NN, Candido KD. Chapter 14. A 75 year old male with chronic shoulder pain (shoulder arthritis). Practical chronic pain management. 1st Ed. Malik T. (Ed.), 2019; In Press

Herbal Cream for Improvement and Recovery of Wound Scar and Ulcer. Tehran, Iran. April 2012. Patent Registration No. 74438

Our Approach to Pain Management

At Vitalis Regenerative & Pain Clinic, we go beyond traditional pain management by offering minimally invasive, highly specialized procedures that are often unavailable at other clinics. Dr. Rahavard is particularly skilled in advanced treatments such as:

Epidural and facet joint injections for spine-related pain
Spinal cord and peripheral nerve stimulators for neuropathic pain and CRPS
Radiofrequency ablation procedures to target chronic pain at its source
Percutaneous laser discectomy for herniated and bulging discs
Botox injections for chronic migraines and muscle dystonia
Joint and muscle injections to enhance mobility and reduce pain

We specialize in treating a wide range of conditions, including herniated discs, spinal stenosis, failed back surgery syndrome, arthritis, neuropathic pain, and CRPS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome).

Why Choose Us?

At Vitalis, we believe that no one should have to live with pain. Our mission is to provide compassionate, patient-centered care with a focus on restoring function and improving overall well-being. Whether you’re dealing with a personal injury, a chronic condition, or post-surgical pain, we are committed to delivering cutting-edge pain relief solutions with empathy, precision, and expertise.

Let us help you take the next step toward a pain-free life.

Specialized Procedures

Dr. Rahavard is highly trained in advanced, minimally invasive pain management procedures that provide long-lasting relief. Some of the most popular treatments performed at Vitalis Regenerative & Pain Clinic include:

Spinal Injections & Nerve Treatments

Epidural & Facet Joint Injections – Targeting spine-related pain
Spinal Discogram – Diagnostic test for disc-related pain
Nerve Blocks – Diagnostic and Therapeutic
Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA/Rhizotomy) – For chronic nerve pain
Peripheral Nerve Stimulator – Advanced neuromodulation for nerve pain

Regenerative & Interventional Therapies

PRP Injections (Platelet-Rich Plasma) – In-office & surgery center
Endoscopic Spinal Laser Discectomy – Minimally invasive treatment for herniated discs
Spinal Cord Stimulator – Neuromodulation therapy for chronic pain
Kyphoplasty – For vertebral compression fractures

Pain Management for Complex Conditions

Sympathetic Plexus Blocks – Specialized treatment for CRPS
Botox Injections – For migraine headaches and muscle pain
IV Ketamine & Lidocaine Infusion Therapy – For neuropathic and chronic pain conditions

Our Values

What we believe in

Dr. Rahavard’s top priority is to accurately diagnose and effectively treat her patients’ pain, ultimately leading to improved quality of life and reduced pain levels. She finds it incredibly fulfilling to help patients who are limited by their pain and witness significant improvements in their daily lives following treatment. Dr. Rahavard is unwaveringly dedicated to providing the highest quality of care to her patients through her passion for pain management.

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SAFETY + HYGIENE

Our utmost pride is in providing excellent care to our patients. Therefore, to sustain our commitment to safety and hygiene, we always maintain the highest possible standards of both practices.

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PATIENTS EXPERIENCE

Our topmost priority is to guarantee that each patient not only receives efficient pain management treatment but also has a pleasant experience throughout their journey. We are deeply committed to delivering individualized care that caters to the distinctive needs of every patient, and we make ceaseless efforts to ensure that our patients not only attain satisfaction with their treatment but also with the whole experience they encounter.

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PAIN MANAGEMENT

Dr. Rahavard’s main goal is to provide accurate diagnosis and effective treatment for her patients, leading to improved quality of life and reduced pain levels. There is no greater fulfillment for her than helping patients who are restricted by pain and witnessing significant improvement in their quality of life after treatment. Dr. Rahavard has a deep-seated passion for providing healthcare to her patients with compassion and empathy.

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CONFIDENCE

A simple smile has the power to brighten up a room. No matter where you are in your pain management journey, we can assist you in achieving your definition of health and confidence.

Why Choose Vitalis?

At Vitalis Regenerative & Pain Clinic, we go beyond standard pain management. Our approach is built on:

Personalized, Compassionate Care

Every patient receives a customized treatment plan.

Innovative, Minimally Invasive Techniques

Maximizing relief while minimizing downtime.

Expertise in Complex Cases

Specializing in conditions that other clinics often do not treat.

Whether you are recovering from an injury, suffering from a chronic condition, or seeking alternatives to surgery, our goal is to help you achieve a pain-free, active lifestyle.