Dr. George Macrinici, MD

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• Prospective, Double-Blind, Randomized Study to Evaluate Single-Injection Adductor Canal Nerve Block Versus Femoral Nerve Block: Postoperative Functional Outcomes After Total Knee Arthroplasty.

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Get to know Pain Management Specialist Dr. George Macrinici, who serves patients in Illinois.

An experienced pain management specialist, Dr. Macrinici works with patients at Advanced Pain & Spine Management in Arlington Heights and Bloomingdale, Illinois. He is passionate about taking care of pain patients using the highly sophisticated and technologically advanced neuromodulation techniques. 

Dr. George Macrinici graduated Anesthesiology residency at the esteemed University of Kentucky Medical Center, delving deep into the intricacies of pain management and anesthesia. His thirst for specialization led him to pursue additional fellowships, including a spinal cord injury fellowship at CWRU/MetroHealth, and a pain management fellowship at Stroger Hospital, Cook County.

Board-certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology in pain medicine, anesthesiology, and spinal cord injury medicine, he stands as a beacon of expertise in his field. His contributions extend beyond clinical practice, as evidenced by his prolific publications comprising numerous peer-reviewed articles and abstracts. His research endeavors focus on a broad spectrum of topics, ranging from the treatment of chronic pain to innovative approaches in neuromodulation therapy.

Continuously advancing his efforts, Dr. Macrinici is an active member of esteemed organizations such as the American Society of Anesthesiology and North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS), which bestowed upon him the prestigious title of NANS Fellow in January 2018.

Pain management is a unique branch of medicine employing an interdisciplinary approach for easing the suffering and improving the quality of life of those living with pain with the aim of improving everyday function. A pain management specialist is a doctor who specializes in providing a comprehensive approach using minimally invasive procedures, medications, and physical modalities to achieve the best functional outcomes for the patient.

On a more personal note, Dr. Macrinici enjoys activities like hiking, biking and reading. However, his greatest source of happiness lies in the company of his beloved family—his wife, Val, and their two sons.

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