Welcome back to TopHealth Desk. In today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. Kiran Patel, a trailblazer reshaping the landscape of chronic pain treatment through neuromodulation, mentorship, and advocacy. As the director of pain medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital and founder of the NYC Neuromodulation Center of Excellence, Dr. Patel shares her journey from growing up inspired by her father’s scientific work, to leading innovation in cutting-edge pain relief technologies. We dive into her international efforts addressing undertreatment of pain in India and Africa, explore her role in advocating for women in pain medicine, and hear about her unique approach to training the next generation of pain specialists. Whether you’re curious about the evolution of neuromodulation, the future of pain management, or the importance of mentorship and innovation in healthcare, this conversation offers inspiration and insight for all audiences.

00:00 Inspired by father's career in medicine

03:26 Choosing between internal medicine and anesthesiology

09:45 Challenges for women in careers

12:25 Creating mentorship for women in surgery

17:41 Training the next pain medicine leaders

21:51 Choosing the right work environment

25:20 Reducing device size and impact

26:49 Using AI to understand pain

30:32 Impactful patient experiences and reflections

34:41 Challenges of diabetic neuropathy

37:29 Restorative neurostimulation for back pain

41:14 Challenges in patient care and trust

43:43 Preventing burnout and embracing innovation

46:11 Wrapping up and future topics

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