I have only wonderful, positive accoclades to share regarding the marvelous care I received under Dr, Tamara Guervich’s guidance! She is more than competent, professional, kind, and truly listens to […]
”Amazing bedside manner, really focused on our better health. Creating a healthy plan for good pain recovery!! Highly recommended
”I’m very pleased with this rheumatologist. I’ve seen a few in the last 15+ years and they didn’t listen to me as well. It wasn’t overnight, but a couple months […]
”Dr. Gurevich is respectful, kind, and compassionate all qualities that make her a great doctor, I would recommend her to anyone I love.
”I think Dr Gruivich and entire staff are incrediable!!! I’ve seen her for quite some time for pain problems and she’s always finding ways to help me. I’d refer her […]
”Dr. Guervich is the best, most caring doctor that goes above and beyond. She takes time to actually get to know her patients, unlike so many doctors I’ve seen in […]
”Dr G and staff are terrific. They have been treating my pain for over a year now. She always takes time with me and listens to my concerns. I never […]
”Dr. Gurevich is the best pain doctor ever! She cares about her patients and has helped me through a major back issue. My last pain doctor was giving me so […]
”Doctor provides great service and relieves pain in any area you have. Is ready to provide service even if you don’t have a appointment.
”I had a lot of back pain after I was done playing tennis. Dr. Tamara helped me on my solution. I had several visits but it was well worth […]
”Dr. Tamara Gurevich is the BEST doctor I have been cared for in years. She is conscientious and invested in my care
”Dr. Gurevich and the staff are terrific. They have been treating my pain for over a year now. She always takes time with me and listens to my […]
”I am so very grateful that I found Dr. Gurevich. She listens carefully and explains thoroughly. She has this amazing technique for joint injections that really helps, and that, along […]
”If you’ve been suffering from pain for a long time (i.e. arthritis, migraine headaches, etc.) or if you’ve recently gotten hurt in a car accident, work injury or sports injury and now need treatment, I’m sure you have a lot of things going through your mind.
But most importantly, you are probably thinking one thing – I WANT THE PAIN TO STOP.
My name is Dr. Tamara Gurevich and I have been helping patients like you eliminate their pain since 2001. By using state-of-the-art imaging technology, I am able to provide treatment that is extremely accurate, drastically minimizing recovery times, complications, and need for pain medication.
Best of all, these treatments are covered by most insurance plans (PPO and Medicare).
By seeing into the body, I’m able to provide the most precise treatment possible.
For years now, doctors in Europe and throughout the world have used musculoskeletal ultrasound to deliver unprecedented pain relief to their patients. Unfortunately, this technology is still very expensive in the US and very few doctors use it.
Musculoskeletal ultrasound allows a physician to see into the body, similar to the 100% safe, noninvasive ultrasound performed on a pregnant woman. By doing so, the physician is able to administer a treatment to the exact source of the pain with pin-point accuracy. This eliminates any possible treatment mistakes and allows the doctor to deliver ultra-precise pain care that does not harm other parts of the body.
In 2007, after years of experience and research in rehabilitation and pain management, I became convinced that I would have to invest in musculoskeletal ultrasound technology and training to deliver superior pain relief to my patients.
When I started using musculoskeletal ultrasound to treat my patients, even I was surprised at the difference in results! Recovery times plummeted, post-treatment complications disappeared, and I was seeing patients using less pain medication.
Click Here To Read How Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Works.
September 18, 2025
Pain between the scapulae, or shoulder blades, is a very common complaint that can stem from various sources. A frequent cause is nerve entrapment or irritation of nerves in the […]
January 22, 2025
Tennis Elbow, medically known as lateral epicondylitis, is a common and often debilitating condition that affects individuals far beyond tennis players. Whether caused by repetitive arm movements, overuse, or strain, […]
October 13, 2024
Dr. Tamara Gurevich is a highly skilled specialist in pain management, with a particular focus on providing relief for patients suffering from lower back pain. Back pain is a prevalent […]
July 4, 2024
Botox, long celebrated for its cosmetic benefits, has proven to be an effective treatment for various medical conditions. Dr. Gurevich recognizes its potential to bring relief to those suffering from chronic migraines and cervical dystonia—a neurological disorder characterized by involuntary muscle contractions in the neck.
July 4, 2024
In the pursuit of holistic health and optimal well-being, Dr. Tamara Gurevich, a renowned medical professional, is excited to introduce a groundbreaking addition to her practice—hyaluronic injections featuring Orthovisc. This innovative approach is designed to enhance joint health, alleviate discomfort, and promote overall mobility for her patients.
April 24, 2019
BOTOX is the only treatment approved by FDA for the prevention of chronic migraines. It goes to prevent on average 8 to 9 headache days and migraine / probable migraine days a month. Over 100,000 people with a chronic migraine have been treated with BOTOX, since the approval in 2010. The actual treatment is done right here in our office and it takes about 15 minutes.
April 9, 2019
Stem cell treatment takes advantage of the body’s ability to repair itself. A stem cell is a type of cell the body uses to create new tissue and structures. Stem cell comes from the amniotic sac of donated placentas following childbirth- it is not embryotic. The amnion is removed and harvested from the placenta of pre-screened and tested donors.
Botox is a prescription medicine (a type of botulinum toxin) injected into muscles to block nerve signals. Medically, it is FDA-approved to treat several conditions, including Chronic Migraine (headaches 15 days/month) and Cervical Dystonia (involuntary neck muscle contractions).
For Chronic Migraine, Botox is thought to work by blocking the release of specific chemicals (neurotransmitters) that carry pain signals from the nerves to the brain. For Cervical Dystonia, it works by temporarily weakening the overactive muscles that cause the abnormal head position and painful spasms.
Yes, it is the same drug (onabotulinumtoxinA), but the dosage, injection pattern, and muscle targets are completely different for therapeutic conditions like chronic migraine and cervical dystonia compared to cosmetic use. These medical procedures must be performed by a trained specialist.
For both Chronic Migraine and Cervical Dystonia, injections are typically repeated every 10 to 12 weeks (approximately every three months). This is because the effects of the toxin gradually wear off as the body regenerates new nerve endings.
Orthovisc is a brand of viscosupplementation used to treat knee pain caused by osteoarthritis (OA). It is a sterile, non-surgical solution injected directly into the knee joint. The active ingredient, high molecular weight hyaluronan, is similar to the substance that occurs naturally in healthy joint fluid.
In an arthritic knee, the natural lubricating fluid (synovial fluid) breaks down, making the joint less protected. Orthovisc acts as a lubricant and shock absorber to supplement the joint fluid, reduce friction, and potentially decrease pain and inflammation.
You are generally a candidate if you have knee OA and have not received adequate pain relief from conservative, non-pharmacologic treatments like simple pain relievers (e.g., acetaminophen), exercise, and physical therapy.
No. Orthovisc is not a steroid. It is a hyaluronic acid injection. Unlike steroids, which primarily reduce inflammation, Orthovisc is intended to restore the lubricating and shock-absorbing properties of the joint fluid.
Clinical studies show that the beneficial effects of an Orthovisc series can last for up to six months (26 weeks). The duration of relief can vary based on the severity of your OA and your activity level.
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