Dr. Robert H. Odell Jr., MD, Ph.D.
Anesthesiologist | Pain Medicine
8084 W Sahara Ave Suite E Las Vegas NV, 89117Rating
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About
Dr. Odell is a Stanford and UCLA trained physician. As a fellow of the Medical Scientist Training Program, he received his Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Stanford University in 1974 and his MD degree from Stanford in 1976. He completed his residency in anesthesiology at UCLA. He is a diplomat of the American Board of Anesthesiology, the American Board of Pain Medicine and a Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice. He received his interventional pain management training through numerous course over 15 years from the Spine Injection Society (formerly International Spine Injection Society), American Society of Regional Anesthesia, and others.
Dr. Odell is Founder of the Neuropathy and Pain Centers of Las Vegas, NV, USA and is owner of Associated Pain Specialists, Knoxville and Gray, TN. He performs interventional pain procedures, including a new safe and effective treatment for peripheral neuropathy which he co-developed, the Combined Electrochemical Treatment (CET) using Electronic Cell Signaling (EST).
He has published extensively in the pain management literature with articles on CET, EST and the usefulness of CET in treating neuropathy and spine pain.
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Education and Training
Stanford University PhD (Biomedical Engineering) 1974
Stanford University School of Medicine 1976
Board Certification
American Board of Anesthesiology
American Board of Pain Medicine
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Dr. Robert H. Odell Jr., MD, Ph.D.'s Expert Contributions
Just because you are a senior does not mean you need to be in pain
Pain is Not Synonymous with AgingRobert Odell, Jr, MD, PhDNeuropathy & Pain Centers of Las Vegasbodell@nvneuropathy.comI listen to complaints of my patients about their pain for a living; I am a pain doctor! However, I also hear a lot of people complain that they have pain because they are old....
breathing during surgery
SOB and carotid surgeries are two serious problems. You should see go to an ER today to have the SOB checked out ASAP Dr. Odell READ MORE
Partial knee replacement
Spinal anesthesia is an excellent choice. If I were having this surgery that is what I would choose. Another alternative is epidural anarthria (also in the back) with a catheter to give you several days of pain control. Dr. Odell Las Vegas READ MORE
What anesthesia is best for wrist surgery?
If it is simple wrist surgery such as carpal tunnel syndrome, I recommend foolproof (I chose this myself. For more complex wrist surgery, you can choose either regional anesthesia (a block) or GA, or both. The additional the peripheral block will give enhanced postoperative pain relief. Specific of the block depend on what the specific surgery is. READ MORE
Can you have a colonoscopy without anesthesia?
You can, but I would not recommend it. Propofol will make the experience much, much more pleasant. That is how I had my colonoscopy done :) READ MORE
Can general anesthesia for liver biopsy cause any issues?
Local anesthetic is usually sufficient, but there is no contraindication (other than specific patient issues) to doing monitored anesthesia care, or general anesthesia. READ MORE
Is lung biopsy done with general anesthesia?
A lung biopsy is done nearly always with general anesthesia/ READ MORE
Can I get a liver biopsy without anesthesia?
Yes. Most liver biopsies are done in a procedure room with local only. READ MORE
Is nausea common after anesthesia?
Nausea occurs in a small percentage of patients after general anesthesia (GA). Often these people are prone to nausea. There are some excellent drugs, such as Zofran) which can be given prophylactically which often will block the nausea. Zofran is very effective in the recovery room, os well, if a patient exhibits nausea. READ MORE
Can anesthesia cause lung damage?
NO, Generally not. Anesthetic gases are bronchodilators, and hence open up the lungs. If you have existing lung disease, the anesthetic must be planned so as not to compromised the lung during the procedure. If the lungs (and heart) are normal, you have plenty of reserve for GA. READ MORE
Is it best to be sedated for a colonoscopy?
yes. It is very uncomfortable. Propofol works very well for this short examination. READ MORE
Is anesthesia necessary for a colonoscopy?
No, but highly recommended. It can very uncomfortable. READ MORE
Can hip surgery be done without general anesthesia?
Yes. I prefer to give my patients spinal anesthesia with sedation. READ MORE
Can local anesthesia cause liver issues?
Local anesthetic (LA) can cause liver toxicity in very high doses that would never be used by any competent anesthesiologist or surgeon. Prior to liver damage, however, a patient wold get LA toxicity, which is characterized by ringing in the ears, numbness around face, and eventually seizures. We always limit our Xylocaine doses to much less than <4 mg/kg. Max dose given is 300 mg. READ MORE
Do you get general anesthesia for a colon biopsy?
Yes, using propofol. Technically, when the propofol concentrations above a certain level, the patient is in a general anesthetic (GA) state. Since the stimulation is much less than surgery with cutting, patients require lower doses, but whether or not the blood levels reach GA levels is academic as long as the patient is asleep and not moving. READ MORE
How long is anesthesia for tonsils surgery?
depends on how long surgeon takes, but usually entire anesthetic time is 45 minutes to one hour. The procedure itself does not take long, but the ENT surgeon must take great care to make sure there is no bleeding. READ MORE
How does the liver disease affect anesthesia?
Usually liver disease is not a problem. The potent inhalation agents are exhaled through the lungs; narcotics are metabolized by the liver, but usually used in lower concentrations to "smooth out" the anesthesia; in concentrations used, they do not present any problems. READ MORE
What kind of anesthesia is used for ear tubes?
general anesthesia is used with either mask ventilation or with a laryngeal mask airway. Propofol will be the principle component of the anesthetic. READ MORE
Can back surgery be done with local anesthesia?
Minimally invasive procedures could possibly be done with local, but I would recommend general anesthesia. READ MORE
Are patients sedated for liver biopsy?
Yes, of course. READ MORE
What type of anesthesia is used for liver resection?
We always use general anesthesia with advanced monitors such as an arterial line (to measure BP in real time) and a central venous pressure line (placed in the neck). This is a complex anesthetic that should be done at major medical centers where people have had experience. (Do not try this at home!!) READ MORE
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Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor Pain Mgment Touro University, Las Vegas 2016 - Present
Awards
- Class of 1946 Award 52 University of Pennsylvania
- Fellow, MSTP (Med Scien Train) 52 Stanford University
- Tau Beta Pi Fellow 52 Tau Beta Pi
Treatments
- Chronic Pain
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Neuropathy
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Scoliosis
- Pinched Nerve
- Herniated Disc
- Pain
- Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)
Professional Memberships
- American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine
- American Academy of Pain Medicine
- World Institute of Pain
Treatments
- Sanexas Electroanalgesia Treatment and the Combined Electrochemical TechniqueRadiofrequency of facet nerves using the advanced larger lesion Diros Trident NeedleRacz Procedure for post spine fusion painSPinal cord stimulation, peripheral nerve stimulation (using Stim Wave)
Internships
- Santa Clara Valley Medical Center1977, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Professional Society Memberships
- American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine, American Academy of Pain Medicine, World Institute of Pain
Professional Affiliations
- see above
Teaching and speaking
- Available on request
Areas of research
Our group is dedicated to applications of energy techniques to healing. We have been focused on the use of electronic signals to directly promote cell healing and growth using principles of physics and quantum mechanics. Electronic cell signal treatment (EST) utilizes a sophisticated cell technique power by an far advanced electronic cell signaling device manufactured by Sanexas GMbh, Germany. All of my research utilizes the application of a digitally produced alternating current sinusoidal electronic signal with associated harmonics to produce scientifically documented physiological effects when applied to the human body. We have developed clinically proven methods for reversing peripheral neuropathy of all kinds; we have a documented 80% success rate as we continue to improve cell signaling algorithms and clinical applications.
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Get to know Pain Management Specialist Dr. Robert H. Odell Jr., who serves patients in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Dr. Odell Jr., a renowned pain management specialist, has spent years studying the mechanics of pain and finding better ways to help people affected by chronic pain conditions. He is the owner and Medical Director of Neuropathy and Pain Centers of America in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Neuropathy and Pain Centers of America is a pain management treatment clinic that provides unparalleled and dramatically successful results for patients suffering from chronic pain of all kinds; back, neck, spine, joint pain, neuropathy, headaches, and other pain-related conditions. The staff offer a variety of treatments using traditional, advanced, and regenerative techniques to help provide effective and compassionate pain management. Their goal is to help restore one’s lifestyle as pain-free as possible.
Specializing in anesthesiology and interventional pain management, Dr. Odell Jr. has extensive experience with a wide range of non-interventional and interventional acute and chronic pain management techniques. Over the years, he has been working with some advanced electromedical devices which produce favorable effects for treating neuropathy and other more difficult to treat pain management challenges.
Beginning his medical career with an impressive scientific education, Dr. Odell Jr. was an engineering and liberal arts major at the University of Pennsylvania where he graduated with high honors. As a fellow of the Medical Scientist Training Program, he received both his Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering and his MD from Stanford University. He completed his residency in anesthesiology at UCLA and served as chief resident at Harbor/UCLA Medical Center.
Since 2016, he has been serving as an Assistant Professor of Pain Management at Touro University. He has also been retained as an expert witness in the anesthesia and pain management fields and has consulted in a wide variety of cases.
A Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice of the World Institute of Pain, the doctor is a member of the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine, the American Academy of Pain Medicine, and the World Institute of Pain. He has published several influential papers in respected medical journals, as well as holds a competency certificate in fluoroscopy and radiation safety.
Furthermore, he is a Diplomate of the American Board of Anesthesiology, whose mission is to advance the highest standards of the practice of anesthesiology, as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Pain Medicine, whose mission is to improve the quality of pain medicine.
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.
In his spare time, Dr. Odell Jr. enjoys running his backyard garden railway and playing with his three yellow Labs. He was selected as: Top 100 Doctors/Dentists in Las Vegas (2018) and Top 100 Business in Las Vegas (2018).
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