Dr. Karen Mitchell
MD, Anesthesiologist
Dr. Karen Mitchell
MD, Anesthesiologist
About
Dr. Karen Mitchell is a board-certified anesthesiologist specializing in chronic pain management. She focuses on treating musculoskeletal, nerve-related, and post-surgical pain using evidence-based therapies and personalized pain relief plans to improve function and quality of life.
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Learn moreEducation & Training
- Doctor of Medicine (MD), accredited U.S. medical school
- Residency in Anesthesiology, ACGME-accredited program
- Fellowship in Pain Medicine (ACGME-accredited)
- Board Certification – American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA)
- Subspecialty Certification in Pain Medicine (ABA)
- Ongoing continuing medical education (CME) in chronic pain and interventional procedures
Clinical Expertise
- Chronic Back & Neck Pain
- Neuropathic Pain (nerve-related pain)
- Arthritis & Joint Pain
- Post-Surgical & Injury-Related Pain
- Migraine & Headache Management
- Medication-Based Pain Management (including safe opioid use)
- Interventional Pain Procedures (nerve blocks, injections)
Clinical Approach
Dr. Mitchell takes a multidisciplinary, patient-centered approach to pain management, combining medication optimization, interventional procedures, and non-pharmacological therapies. She emphasizes safe and responsible use of pain medications while focusing on long-term pain relief, improved mobility, and enhanced quality of life.