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Back pain slows you down. Your care doesn't have to.
Back pain slows you down. Your care doesn't have to.

Back & Spine Pain Program

Back pain slows you down. Your care doesn't have to.

Back & Spine Pain Program

Back and spine care that gets you in faster—and moving forward sooner.

Back and neck pain has a way of sticking around. It changes how you sleep, how you move, how you get through each day. And figuring out what to do about it—who to call, where to start—that part can feel harder than it should.

That’s exactly where our Back & Spine Pain program comes in. 

Whether you’ve been living with pain for years or are just starting to look for answers, we’ll help you understand what’s going on and what comes next. You don’t need imaging before you see us, and not every path leads to surgery. Our multidisciplinary team focuses on what’s most likely to help, using the least disruptive approach whenever possible. The goal is simple: help you feel better, move better, and get back to the things that matter most.
 

No Imaging Required

Begin without barriers
No X-rays, MRIs, or prior treatment needed. We evaluate your symptoms first and recommend a roadmap forward.

Get in Sooner

Appointments without a long wait
Most patients get seen faster here than through a traditional specialist. The sooner your back pain is addressed, the sooner answers are possible.

Guided Next Steps

Dedicated clinical navigation
Your first visit ends with the next steps. Conservative treatment, imaging, a therapy referral, a surgical consult—whatever your evaluation reveals, you leave with a plan.
“We partner with each patient to create thoughtful, individualized back and spine care—grounded in trust, clear communication, and the least invasive path to helping them return to the life they enjoy.”
— Alexis Peters, PA

What to Expect

What happens at your first visit

You'll meet with a physician assistant who focuses specifically on back and spine conditions. No prior imaging or workup needed.

What to expect:

  • A detailed health history review
  • A physical exam
  • Questions about your pain, how long you've had it, and how it's affecting your daily life
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Get Your Patient Answers Sooner

Expedited access without imaging requirements. We assess, guide treatment, and keep you informed along the way.