Dr. Yasin Khan MD
Pain Management Specialist | Interventional Pain Medicine
225 ERDMAN ST BANGOR PA, 18013About
Dr. Yasin Khan is board certified anesthesiologist with sub specialty in Pain Management. He cares for patients with chronic pain from cancer or non-cancer pain. His holistic approach to treat chronic pain include medication management , identifying pain generator using diagnostic interventional techniques which includes nerve blocks /CT,MRI/EMG and offer plan to the chronic pain patient .Part of plan also include rehablitation ,excercise ,yoga and alternative methods. He has extensive experience in advanced pain management techniques such as spinal cord stimulation and pumps . He is founding member of American Neuromodulation Society. He is certified for addiction medicine. He is on Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana cetification doctor list .
He is well published , special interest abdominal pain ,Gastroparesis , CRPS, neuropathies, perpheral vascular disease and pain secondary to spine pathology . He is Fellow of Interventionap Pain Practice (FIPP).
Education and Training
Hahnemann university, MD 1985
Univ of District of Columbia BA 1980
Board Certification
American Board of Anesthesiology
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology)
AnesthesiologyAmerican Board of AnesthesiologyABA- Pain Medicine
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Dr. Yasin Khan MD's Expert Contributions
What is Neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy has many potential causes. Besides a physical exam, which may include blood tests, diagnosis usually requires:...
How Spinal Cord Stimulation is a Good Treatment for Pain
Electricity, mainly from electric fish, was used for thousands of years to treat pain and other conditions. The modern era of neuromodulation began in the early 1960s, first with deep brain stimulation which was soon followed (in 1967) by spinal cord stimulation, both for otherwise intractable pain....
Pain From A Herniated Disc
Discs are gel cushions between the vertebrae raise that allows us to do different movements such as twisting, turning, and bending. This gives us the ability to move our back slowly. Pressure on the spinal nerves will send painful signals to the brain.When considering whether or not the pain is...
Understanding Your Back Pain
About 80% of people will suffer from back pain at a time in their lives. Back pain can be caused by any mechanical or non-mechanical reasons. Sports injuries, accidents, simple movements, arthritis, poor posture, obesity, and stress are just a few of the potential causes of back pain.It is important...
September is Pain Awareness Month: A Coordinated Care Approach to Pain
September marks National Pain Awareness Month. This is a time when pain specialists and advocates promote pain education and raise awareness about issues related to chronic pain. About 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain, many of them do it silently; they hide their pain because of the...
Spinal Drug Pumps For Pain and Spasticity
Pain pumps have been used since 1981, initially for cancer pain but are now widely used for severe pain of non-cancer origin in patients with normal life expectancy. Such pumps have developed from patient-activated bolus devices and constant infusion systems to complex programmable units. Baclofen...
Are there any side effects with Toradol?
Toradol is an anti-inflammatory and a good pain reliever. Long-term use may affect your kidneys. Usually, using it for 48 hrs to reduce the acuity of pain is beneficial and safe. Make sure you don't have kidney disease. READ MORE
Is stretching good for nerve damage?
Stretching is always good. Be mindful when you are stretching. If pain is severe, stop and do in small increments. Also depends what type of nerve damage we are talking about. One example: if one has sciatica, stretching releases the nerve from adhesion and allows it to heal. READ MORE
Right flank pain for a month?
It may be musculoskeletal/spine related. An active person can have a fall or twisting injury/contusion which may present in this fashion. Try an anti-inflammatory such as Advil 3 times a day for a week and see if it helps. Back exercises may help: https://www.onhealth.com/content/1/exercises_low_back_pain READ MORE
Burning next to my right scapula?
Possible muscle spasm/trigger point of local muscle. Other cause could come from the neck spine joints. Usually pain is referred from the C5-6 joint to that area and we call it skeletomal distribution of the joint. READ MORE
Can arthritis occur in children?
Arthritis in children is called childhood arthritis or juvenile arthritis. The most common type of childhood arthritis is juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), also known as juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Childhood arthritis can cause permanent physical damage to joints. READ MORE
Drug interaction?
Tylenol is okay, but keep the total dose below 2000mg/day. If the pain does not respond well to it, consider Ultram and discuss with your doctor. Anti-inflammatories can put you at a significant risk of bleeding, so suggest you avoid them. READ MORE
How can I stop neuropathic pain?
The following suggestions can help you manage peripheral neuropathy: -Take care of your feet, especially if you have diabetes. -Quit smoking. -Eat healthy meals. -Massage. -Avoid prolonged pressure. -Set priorities. -Acceptance & Acknowledgement. -Find the positive aspects of the disorder. The most common treatments for neuropathic pain include: -Over-the-counter pain medication. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as Aleve and Motrin, are sometimes used to treat neuropathic pain. -Prescription medication. -Antidepressant drugs. -Anticonvulsants. READ MORE
Can you repair nerve damage in the ear?
Once damaged, your auditory nerve and cilia cannot be repaired. But, depending on the severity of the damage, sensorineural hearing loss has been successfully treated with hearing aids or cochlear implants. There is, however, the possibility that your hearing loss isn't reversible. READ MORE
What supplements should I take for cracking joints?
Some people use supplements to try to help manage joint pain from arthritis. Glucosamine, chondroitin, omega-3, and green tea are just a few of them. Glucosamine helps keep the cartilage in joints healthy and may have an anti-inflammatory effect. READ MORE
How far should I be walking after hip replacement?
Recommendations are that you walk two to three times a day for about 20-30 minutes each time. You should get up and walk around the house every 1-2 hours. Eventually you will be able to walk and stand for more than 10 minutes without putting weight on your walker or crutches. READ MORE
How do you treat bursitis of the elbow?
Here are steps you can take to help heal your bursitis at home: -Rest. A good place to start when trying to heal your bursitis is to rest the joint. -Ice. Icing the elbow for the first 48 hours after symptoms begin can reduce swelling. -Heat. -Activity change. -OTC pain relievers. -Elbow pad. -Antibiotics. -Physical therapy. READ MORE
How do you deal with chronic pain psychologically?
APA(American Pain Society) offers the following tips on coping with chronic pain: -Manage your stress. Emotional and physical pain are closely related, and persistent pain can lead to increased levels of stress. -Talk to yourself constructively. -Become active and engaged. -Find support. -Consult a professional. READ MORE
What is the fastest way to relieve ankle pain?
Treatment: -Rest. Avoid activities that cause pain, swelling or discomfort. -Ice. Use an ice pack or ice slush bath immediately for 15 to 20 minutes and repeat every two to three hours while you're awake. -Compression. To help stop swelling, compress the ankle with an elastic bandage until the swelling stops. -Elevation. READ MORE
How long does it take for a lower back injury to heal?
Back muscle strains typically heal with time, many within a few days, and most within 3 to 4 weeks. Most patients with mild or moderate lumbar strains make a full recovery and are free of symptoms within days, weeks, or possibly months. READ MORE
Why do I have leg spasms after working out?
It is widely believed that excessive sweating due to strenuous exercise can lead to muscle cramps. Deficiency of sodium and other electrolytes may lead to contracted interstitial fluid compartments, which may exacerbate the muscle cramping. READ MORE
Will walking on a broken toe make it worse?
Although it may be possible to move and walk on your broken toe, you should avoid doing so as this can lead to even greater damage and prolonged healing time. READ MORE
What can I take for arm pain?
Treatment for arm pain may include rest, elevation, an elastic wrap, a splint or sling, cold compresses, acetaminophen or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) for pain, and surgery. Additional treatment for arm pain caused by infection may include warm compresses and antibiotics. READ MORE
When should I go to the doctor for hip pain?
if your pain doesn't go away, or if you notice swelling, redness, or warmth around the joint. You should also call if you have hip pain at night or when you are resting. Get medical help right away if: The hip pain came on suddenly. READ MORE
Is walking good for hip pain?
If you're in too much pain to even think about activity, rest and ice your hip or hips until you feel better. Then attempt stretching and strengthening. Before you start to stretch, warm your muscles up with some light cardio, like brisk walking, for 10 to 15 minutes. READ MORE
Can probiotics cause gas and stomach pain?
Because microbes used as probiotics already exist naturally in your body, probiotic foods and supplements are generally considered safe. They may trigger allergic reactions, and may also cause mild stomach upset, diarrhea, or flatulence (passing gas) and bloating for the first few days after starting to take them READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- CEO Westfield Hospital 2007 - 2013
- Chairman of the Board Westfield Surgical Center 1999 - 2003
- Medical Director - Pain Medicine Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest 1991 - 1995
- Director Dorothy Morgan Cancer Center 1992 - 1995
- Medical Director - Acute Pain Management Albert Einstein Medical Center 1989 - 1991
- Medical Director Comprehensive Pain Centers 1994 - Present
- Board Member Northampton Community College 2015 - Present
Awards
- Dean's List 1980 University of District of Columbia
- Summa cum laude 1980 University of District of Columbia
- Who's Who in American Colleges 1980 University of District of Columbia
Professional Memberships
- American Neuromodulation Society - Founding Member
- American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians
- American Pain Society
- American Academy of Pain Medicine
- North American Neuromodulation Society
- International Neuromodulation Society
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Penn Medicine - Khan Family Fund in Otrohinolaryngology
- Lehigh Valley health Network - Fleming Memory Center
- Arts for Life
- Northamptom Community College
Areas of research
Gastroparesis,abdominal pain
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