Understanding Slip Disc: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Slip Disc: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments   A slip disc, also known as a herniated or prolapsed disc, is a common condition that affects the spine. This condition can lead to discomfort, pain, and reduced mobility, significantly impacting a person’s quality of life. Slip disc treatment is essential for alleviating pain, restoring mobility, and preventing long-term complications. Early […]

Non-Surgical Treatments for Cervical Spinal Pain: What Are Your Options?

The cervical spine—the uppermost portion of the spine consisting of seven vertebrae—supports the head’s weight, provides neck mobility, and safeguards the spinal cord. However, due to its structure and function, it is susceptible to various issues, leading to discomfort, stiffness, or chronic pain. Many individuals experiencing cervical pain consider non-surgical treatments to manage their condition. […]

Thoracic Spine Pain: Causes and Modern Treatment Approaches

The upper and middle part of the spine, located at the back of the chest area, is known as the thoracic spine. Any muscle irritation, discomfort, or pain that occurs in the upper and middle back area is referred to as thoracic spine pain. Similar to lower back pain, thoracic spine pain can be just […]

Chronic Back Pain: How PainMed’s Services Can Help You

If you have chronic back pain, you know how much it can impact your life. It’s more than just physical discomfort; it’s a daily challenge that can affect your mood, your activities, and your overall well-being. You’re not alone, and there’s hope. This blog explores PainMed’s treatments and approaches to managing chronic back pain and […]

Dr. Sally Wride

Originally from England, Sally graduated from St George’s Hospital, University of London in 2004 with a BSc (First Class Hons) in Physiotherapy. Since settling in Australia, Sally has worked in private practice and in the public hospital setting across Sydney.

Sally gained a Masters in Medicine Pain Management from the University of Sydney in 2019 and is a Titled Pain Physiotherapist (as awarded by the Australian Physiotherapy Association).

In addition to private practice, Sally currently works as a Senior Physiotherapist at Westmead Hospital Pain Management Service.

Sally is highly skilled in assessing, diagnosing and treating people who experience chronic pain. She enjoys working with injured workers and CTP claimants. She has a deep understanding of the impact of pain on the whole person and on their functioning in daily life. In partnership with her colleagues, Sally enjoys applying her knowledge and clinical skills to provide a safe space for exploration of the physical and emotional meaning of pain and for recovery of function.

Qualifications and Experience

Education
MSc in Medicine Pain Management (Sydney University) Accreditations

Dr. Baraa Kassim

Dr. Baraa Kassim is a highly skilled rehabilitation and pain management specialist. With experience in treating patients with complex medical conditions, her expertise spans strokes, neurological, orthopedic, musculoskeletal, and geriatric conditions, as well as spasticity management and spinal and brain injury rehabilitation.

Dr. Adam Mir

Dr. Adam is a Fellowship-trained Pain Medicine Specialist with a Fellowship from the Faculty of Pain Medicine (FFPMANZCA) and a Master of Pain Medicine from the University of Sydney. He is dedicated to the comprehensive management of chronic pain across all age groups.

Dr. Adam trained in adult pain medicine at Liverpool Hospital, Nepean Hospital, and the Department of Pain Medicine, and completed additional training in paediatric chronic pain at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead. He currently serves as a Staff Specialist at Westmead and St George Public Hospitals (NSW Health), and is a Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) at Liverpool Public Hospital, St George Private, Sydney Southwest Private, Holroyd Private, Norwest Private, and Nepean Private Hospitals.

He adopts a whole-person, multidisciplinary approach rooted in the socio-psycho-biomedical model, utilising both pharmacologic and interventional techniques. These include:

Dr. Adam is an Authorised Prescriber of Medicinal Cannabis and holds a Diploma in Medicinal Cannabis. He is also certified in Opioid Treatment Programs, including Methadone, Suboxone, and Buprenorphine injections. His areas of interest include opioid dependence management, medicinal cannabis, and interventional pain procedures.

He also completed advanced training in Virtual Reality Therapy for chronic pain and mental health disorders in Barcelona, Spain, and has further qualifications in Focused Psychological Strategies, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Clinical Hypnosis.

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Languages Spoken: English, Persian (Farsi), Dari

Dr. Alister Ramachandran

Dr. Alister Ramachandran, a dual specialist in Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine, boasts 20+ years of experience. FIPP-certified, he leads Westmead’s pain service, teaches at Sydney University, and is a Faculty of Pain Medicine examiner. His focus remains on delivering evidence-based chronic pain treatment, ensuring comprehensive and effective pain management intervention.

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