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Pain Management/Expert Profile
Expertise
I welcome questions from people who may want a "nurse's perspective" on the subject of chronic pain and pain management. I am a nurse, NOT a physician (MD).I can answer questions on medications, alternative approaches, and the various organs and body systems. There are many avenues to explore with chronic pain. I am against seeing patients suffer simply because healthcare professionals might suspect they are "drug seekers". There are methods of identifying true pain, and this makes patients feel as if they are taken seriously, which they should be.
Experience in the area
Over 25 years working experience in Internal Medicine, Adult Cardiology, Post-Surgery care, Cancer, psychiatry and some experience as a lay-counselor in addictive medicine (dependence to alcohol and/or drugs, both legal and illegal drugs).
Organizations
I am an Expert with AllExperts in several areas: Pharmacy, Internal Medicine, Medical Errors. Feel free to check my Q&A history as well as my ratings, which are very high.
Education/Credentials
Diploma from hospital-based nursing school. Additional courses in pharmacology. I keep current in continuing education. Am currently working as lay-counselor which can lead to my certification as Substance Abuse Counselor.
Awards and Honors
Dean's List while in college.
Past/Present Clients
Internal medicine patients, cardiology patients recovering from heart disease and/or open-heart surgery, cancer, as well as recently working as a lay-counselor to individuals dealing with addiction to drugs and/or alcohol. NOTE: Just because I attempt to help patients with addictive diseases, I have over 25 years in Internal Medicine, have nursed patients with great deal of pain, and I am compassionate. I never label anyone as a "drug seeker". I have seen that done for years, and am against it. All patients should be evaluated for pain in a fair and comprehensive manner. Am an Expert with AllExperts in three other medical categories; feel free to check my ratings, which are high.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nick | 03/25/12 | 8 | 10 | 6 | I appreciated the response, but it was ..... |
| jenna | 03/21/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for all the time you ..... |
| Tom | 02/13/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Tom | 02/07/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| terri | 01/27/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Patricia M
2012-05-06 foot twist:
Asma, I thought I sent an answer to this one already. Forgive me. Anyway, because there is swelling and a tingling sensation your mother could have a hairline or very tiny fracture of the ankle or foot
2012-05-06 hep c an chonic pain:
Alan, Your question wasn't long at all. Its OK. If you have been on the same dose of Percocet for four years you may legitimately be ready to move up to something more effective. There are a lot of alternatives
2012-05-04 SHOULDER PAIN:
Raj, I think you should see a physician. Have you injured yourself? with the acute onset of the pain you describe it sounds as if you could have injured yourself. In the meantime until you see a doctor
2012-03-25 Strep Throat:
Nick, I assure you I was not being condescending when I answered your question. In fact, I hurried to get to it because I realized that you needed an answer ASAP. When I said "common sense" I simply meant
2012-02-07 Neck, back and facial pain:
Tom, Thanks for contacting me again. I had thought of your problems, and wondered how your situation was going. It is true that some small herniations can cause little to no pain or problems. However
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