Physician Spotlight on Dr. Emad S. Younan

How did you get interested in pain medicine?

One in four adults suffers from chronic pain. What could be more rewarding and satisfying than helping these patients who are suffering and supporting them in their perseverance and hope?

What inspired you to join Sports Medicine North?

Our values are perfectly aligned. Patient care and professional integrity are at the forefront of our minds every minute of every day. Every physician at Sports Medicine North is truly a doctor’s doctor because we work together to provide comprehensive, collaborative care.

What is your practice philosophy?

I don’t necessarily see it as a philosophy, but I want every patient to leave my office feeling that their doctor showed compassion, empathy, and communicated clearly.

What are some of the conditions you treat, and how do you treat them?

Back pain, neck pain, neurogenic pain, cancer pain and chronic regional pain syndrome are examples of conditions I treat. I apply evidence-based medicine, which refers to the use of the best available research in clinical care. This may include medications, injections, minimally invasive procedures, or a combination of these approaches.

What trends are you seeing in pain management? What are you currently excited about?

Our patients tell us they want to get healthy, and they want to do so quickly. Recent trends that I find exciting include innovations in minimally invasive procedures that alleviate pain and help patients enjoy life again.

What trends are you seeing in pain management? What are you currently excited about?

Without a doubt, my favorite part of the job is the opportunity to help alleviate each patient’s pain and offer them hope.