Location: Fresno

Pain Management, Dermatology, Plastic Surgery, Orthopedic, & ENT Doctors in Fresno, CA

Fresno-area patients can choose between hospital-based pain and spine programs at Community Health System, Saint Agnes, and Kaiser Permanente and independent interventional pain, spine, and regenerative medicine practices across Fresno, Clovis, and Madera.

Our Fresno hub lists the pain management and regenerative medicine practices in our directory for the Fresno area and explains the California licensing, Medicaid, and insurance rules that affect pain care.

The Fresno hub now also lists dermatology, plastic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and ENT (ear, nose, and throat) practices, each with a profile for its lead physician; see the specialty sections below.

Featured Providers in Fresno

These Fresno-area practices are currently listed in our directory. Select a listing to see its address, phone number, and services.

• Sierra Pacific Orthopedics Spruce Campus Spine Center
• Lance Larsen, MD
• California Advanced Pain & Spine Specialists
• Alireza Abdollahi-Fard, MD
• California Pain Consultants Fresno
• Amitabh U. Goswami, DO
• J and P Spine Center
• Justice Otchere, MD

Pain Management and Regenerative Treatments in Fresno

Browse providers in Fresno by the type of care you need:

• Pain Treatment – Interventional pain physicians who diagnose and treat back, neck, joint, and nerve pain with image-guided injections, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, and neuromodulation.
• Regenerative Medicine – Practices offering orthobiologic treatments such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP). Many of these treatments are self-pay, so ask for written pricing.
• Recovery & Rehab – Physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) and recovery-focused care that helps restore function after injury or surgery.
• Longevity & Wellness – Wellness-oriented and preventive practices that may complement medical pain care.
• Med Spa & Aesthetics – Medical aesthetics and med spa providers listed in the directory.

Dermatologists in Fresno

These Fresno-area dermatology practices are listed in our directory. Select a listing for its address, phone number, and lead physician profile. Browse all Dermatology listings.

• Paz Dermatology – lead physician Carlos Paz, MD, PhD (7095 N Recreation Ave, Fresno, CA 93720)

Plastic Surgeons in Fresno

These Fresno-area plastic surgery practices are listed in our directory. Select a listing for its address, phone number, and lead physician profile. Browse all Plastic Surgery listings.

• Community Health System Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery – lead physician Erich S. Lemker, MD (215 N Fresno St Suite 490, Fresno, CA 93701)

Orthopedic Surgeons in Fresno

These Fresno-area orthopedic surgery practices are listed in our directory. Select a listing for its address, phone number, and lead physician profile. Browse all Orthopedic Surgery listings.

• Sierra Pacific Orthopedics Herndon Campus – lead physician Christopher D. Glezos, MD (1630 E Herndon Ave, Fresno, CA 93720)

ENT Doctors in Fresno

These Fresno-area ENT (ear, nose, and throat) practices are listed in our directory. Select a listing for its address, phone number, and lead physician profile. Browse all ENT listings.

• ENT Associates of Fresno – lead physician Jennifer Davies, MD (6121 N Thesta St Suite 303, Fresno, CA 93710)

How to Choose a Pain Specialist in Fresno

Start by confirming that the physician is board certified and holds an active California license, then ask how the practice combines injections or other procedures with physical therapy and non-opioid options. Medi-Cal is a major payer in the Central Valley, so Medi-Cal members should confirm that the practice is in their plan’s network and ask about authorization for injections.

• Board certification. Look for certification in pain medicine, anesthesiology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, or a related specialty. You can check it for free at CertificationMatters.org (ABMS).
• State license. Confirm an active license with the Medical Board of California (MDs) or the Osteopathic Medical Board of California (DOs), or search nationally at DocInfo.org (FSMB).
• Treatment approach. Ask whether the practice uses image guidance (fluoroscopy or ultrasound) for injections and how it combines procedures with physical therapy and non-opioid options.
• Coverage and cost. Confirm network status with your insurer, and get written pricing for anything that may be self-pay.

Local Health Care Context: Fresno, CA

The Fresno, CA metropolitan area has an estimated population of 1,203,383 (U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates). Major hospitals and medical centers in the region include:

• Community Regional Medical Center – Community Health System’s downtown Fresno hospital and the region’s Level I trauma center.
• Saint Agnes Medical Center – Trinity Health hospital in north Fresno.
• Clovis Community Medical Center – Community Health System hospital in Clovis.
• Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center – Kaiser Permanente hospital in Fresno.
• VA Central California Health Care System – Fresno VA Medical Center.

Hospital names are provided for local orientation only. These institutions are not affiliated with Specialty Care Near Me, and their inclusion does not mean a listed practice is affiliated with them.

Insurance and coverage notes for Fresno

• California Medicaid program: Medi-Cal.
• California workers’ compensation care follows the state’s Medical Treatment Utilization Schedule (MTUS), which shapes which pain treatments are authorized for work injuries.
• Kaiser Permanente members generally need to use Kaiser physicians and facilities unless Kaiser authorizes an outside referral.

Nearby Cities Served

Providers near Fresno may also serve these communities. Linked cities already have listings in our directory.

• Clovis
• Madera
• Sanger
• Selma
• Reedley
• Kerman
• Visalia

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a referral to see a pain management doctor in Fresno?

It depends on your plan. HMO plans and many Medicaid managed care plans require a referral from a primary care physician, while PPO plans often do not. Call the clinic and your insurer before booking an interventional procedure.

Does Medi-Cal cover pain management in Fresno?

Medi-Cal covers medically necessary specialist care, but you generally need a referral through your Medi-Cal managed care plan, and procedures may need prior authorization. Call your plan to find in-network pain specialists.

How can I check a pain doctor’s license in California?

Search the Medical Board of California (MDs) or the Osteopathic Medical Board of California (DOs) license lookup, or use the national DocInfo.org database from the Federation of State Medical Boards. Board certification can be checked at CertificationMatters.org.

What conditions do pain management doctors in Fresno treat?

Pain specialists commonly evaluate and treat chronic back and neck pain, sciatica, arthritis and joint pain, nerve pain such as neuropathy, headaches, and pain after injury or surgery. Each practice’s listing shows the services it reports offering.

Is regenerative medicine like PRP covered by insurance?

Many insurers consider PRP and other orthobiologic injections investigational, so they are often self-pay. Ask the practice for a written estimate and check your plan’s policy before treatment.

How can I check a dermatologist’s or plastic surgeon’s credentials in Fresno?

Confirm an active license with the Medical Board of California (MDs) or the Osteopathic Medical Board of California (DOs), or search nationally at DocInfo.org. Board certification in dermatology can be checked with the American Board of Dermatology (or the American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology for DOs), and in plastic surgery with the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Does insurance cover dermatology or plastic surgery in Fresno?

Medically necessary care, such as evaluating a suspicious mole or some reconstructive surgery, is often covered, while cosmetic procedures usually are not. Coverage and referral rules vary by plan, so check with your insurer and ask the practice for written pricing for anything that may be self-pay.

How can I check an orthopedic surgeon’s or ENT doctor’s credentials in Fresno?

Confirm an active license with the Medical Board of California (MDs) or the Osteopathic Medical Board of California (DOs), or search nationally at DocInfo.org. Board certification in orthopaedic surgery can be checked with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (or the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery for DOs), and in otolaryngology with the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Do I need a referral to see an orthopedic surgeon or ENT doctor in Fresno?

It depends on your health plan. Some plans let you book a specialist directly, while others, often HMO plans, require a referral from your primary care doctor. Check with your insurer, and ask the practice what it needs before your first visit.