Desert Pain Institute

I highly recommend this practice!! I had tingling and numbness down my left arm which was very concerning. Once I determined that it wasn't a heart attack I made an appointment to see Dr Hurst-Wicker. He was very knowledgeable and quickly determined the cause. After getting a MRI to confirm his diagnosis he started me on medication and physical therapy. After several weeks without significant improvement of my symptoms he performed a cervical epidural. I was very nervous since I had never had one of these before. He did a great job and the procedure went smoothly. Within 1-2 weeks my symptoms were gone! It has been 2 years now without a return of those symptoms and I am so relieved. I would definitely return to this practice if needed.

I have been with DPI for four years. They are caring and NOT a med clinic. They want to get to the cause of the pain and not just relieve the pain. If the can find the cause of the pain and fix it, it is better than being medicated all the time. Love them. Maggie is the sweetest MA I have ever met. If you are just looking for drugs, keep looking... If you want CARE call DPI!!!

Dr Hurst-Wicker is a wealth of knowledge and his concern for his patients is evident. Desert Pain Institute is the place that can help. They are accustomed to treating patients who feel like they don’t have anywhere else to turn for relief and they will do everything in their power to keep you comfortable. I recommend Dr Hurst-Wicker highly!!

Let me start by saying how great their entire staff is! Tina, Cherly, Stephanie and the ladies at the front desk are all so helpful and caring, they really try to make you feel welcome and comfortable! Dr Ruskins is absolutely hands down the best Doctor I've ever had he takes the time to listen and seems to genuinely care about his patients. He has excellent bedside manner. I would highly recommend this Desert Pain Institute.