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  • Anesthesiology, Interventional Pain Medicine, Pain Medicine
  • Accepting new patients
  • 32 years of experience
  • Center For Pain Management 1602 Physicians Dr Ste 103, Wilmington, NC 28401
  • (910) 933-2490

Brief Intro

Dr. John H. Knab, a board-certified anesthesiologist, brings an extensive wealth of knowledge in pain management to his role as Medical Director at the Center for Pain Management. His credentials include fellowship training in pain management and Added Qualifications in Pain Management from the American Board of Anesthesiologists, underlining his commitment to delivering expert care.

Dr. Knab's educational journey began at the University of Vermont's medical school before he honed his skills through a residency in anesthesiology at the renowned Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, Washington. His pursuit of specialization led him to the University of California at San Diego, where he completed a fellowship in Interventional Pain Management.

Since 2000, Dr. Knab has dedicated his practice exclusively to pain medicine at the Center for Pain Management. His expertise spans all facets of interventional pain medicine, with a keen interest in Autologous Cell-Based Therapies. This innovative approach leverages the body’s own cells to promote healing through targeted injections of platelet-rich plasma and bone marrow concentrate.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Knab is an active contributor to the advancement of pain medicine. He has shared his insights at professional speaking engagements on behalf of numerous pharmaceutical companies and has added to the body of knowledge in his field through publications in peer-reviewed medical journals.

Driven by a passion for patient education, Dr. Knab endeavors to demystify the complexities of chronic pain syndromes. He takes pleasure in crafting easy-to-understand articles and newsletters that empower patients by providing them with a clear understanding of their treatment options.

Certifications & Licensure

  • American Board of Anesthesiology, Certified in Pain Medicine
  • American Board of Anesthesiology, Certified in Anesthesiology
  • NC State Medical License

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Ucsd Medical Center

MEDICAL SCHOOL

The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont - 1993

The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont - 1993

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Location & Hours

  • Center For Pain Management
  • 1602 Physicians Dr Ste 103, Wilmington, NC 28401
  • Mon:7:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Tue:7:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Wed:7:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Thu:7:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Fri:7:30 am - 12:00 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Interventional Pain Medicine
  • Anesthesiology
  • Pain Medicine
  • Regenerative Medicine
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Conditions Addressed

  • Chronic Pain
  • Chronic Inflammation
  • Knee Pain
  • Sciatic Pain
  • Hip Pain
  • SI Joint Pain/Sacroiliitis
  • Facet Joint Pain
  • Iliotibial band syndrome
  • Spine Pain
  • Nerve Compression
  • Whiplash
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Neuropathic Pain
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Procedures Performed

  • Hyaluronidase
  • Bone Marrow
  • Epidural Steroid Injection (ESI)
  • Radiofrequency ablation
  • CBD Consultations
  • Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy
  • Spinal Cord Stimulation
  • High Frequency Neurostimulation
  • Integrative Pain Management
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Aetna
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • AmeriHealth
  • Tricare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Integra
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Humana
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