Dr. Wael Elkholy

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Get to know Pain Management Specialist Dr. Wael Elkholy, who serves patients throughout the State of New Jersey.

An exceptional pain management specialist, Dr. Elkholy is affiliated with Precision Pain & Spine Institute, tending to patients at their offices in Edison, Hamilton, Elizabeth, Clifton, and Jersey City, New Jersey. With a passion for helping others in need, he is adept in providing optimal patient care while striving to help patients achieve their healthiest, pain-free life. He is able to communicate well with patients and families, and is committed to staying up-to-date regarding medicine and wellness. He aims to provide patients with the highest level of care, and brings forth dedication, skill, and the desire to impact the lives of others positively.

Precision Pain and Spine Institute aims to help patients by reducing their pain and suffering, restoring their maximum level of functionality and independence, and allowing them to resume their normal daily activities. They are proud of the fact that they are genuinely concerned about their patients’ well-being. Their commitment to curating tailored treatment regimens ensures that their patients receive the best possible care for their unique needs.

A native of Egypt, Dr. Elkholy graduated with his medical degree from the University of Cairo Faculty of Medicine in 1986. After relocating to the United States, he began his residency in anesthesiology at Brooklyn/New York University Hospital in 1992, and was a resident at Albert Einstein College of Medicine from 1993 to 1996. Finally, he completed his fellowship in pain management at the same educational venue in 1997.

With over 25 years of experience in the field, the doctor is board-certified in pain management and anesthesiology by the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA). As the certifying body for anesthesiologists since 1938, the ABA is committed to partnering with physicians to advance lifelong learning and exceptional patient care. Its mission is to advance the highest standards of the practice of OR anesthesiology and interventional/medical pain management.

Throughout his illustrious career, he served as an Assistant Professor (1997-2000) and Clinical Assistant Professor (2000-2002) at the Yale University School of Medicine, teaching residents and fellows pain management, anesthesia, and acupuncture. He also was the Director of the Pain Management Center at VA Hospital Yale University from 1997 through 2000.

Pain management is a branch of medicine employing an interdisciplinary approach for easing the suffering and improving the quality of life of those living with chronic pain. A pain management specialist is a doctor who specializes in pain medicine, focusing on the evaluation, treatment, and prevention of pain.

Among his most notable achievements, Dr. Elkholy has been the recipient of the Certificate of Achievement Award by the New York Academy of Medicine, Outstanding House Officer Award, Pain Management Directors Award, and Chief Resident Award by the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

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