Dr. Adam Mir
MD, FFPMANZCA, DCH, FRACGP, ECSWT
Pain Specialist
Adult and Paediatric Pain Management
Dr. Mir is a seasoned medical professional with a distinguished background in pain medicine. Having completed his tenure as an Adult Pain Medicine Fellow at both Liverpool and Nepean Hospitals, within the prestigious Department of Pain Medicine, he subsequently pursued specialised training in Pediatric Chronic Pain management at Westmead Children’s Hospital.
Dr. Mir currently serves as a Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) at esteemed healthcare institutions including Norwest Private Hospital, Nepean Private Hospital, Waratah Private Hospital and a Consultant Pain Specialist at Liverpool Public Hospital. His comprehensive expertise encompasses a range of advanced pain management interventions:
Opioid Treatment Program: Dr.Mir has a comprehensive proficiency in administering opioid treatment programs, including Suboxone, Methadone, and Buprenorphine Injections, such as Sublocade and Buvidal.
Non-invasive Pain Procedures: Dr. Mir conducts non-invasive procedures like Nerve Blockades, Radiofrequency Neurotomy, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy, and Spinal Cord Stimulation, effectively addressing various sources of chronic pain.
Medicinal Cannabis Expertise: Holding a Diploma in Medicinal Cannabis and authorized status, Dr. Mir is well-versed in utilizing medicinal cannabis as a part of holistic pain management strategies.
Pioneering Virtual Reality Therapy: Understanding the intricate relationship between chronic pain and mental health, Dr. Mir incorporates innovative Virtual Reality Therapy techniques to alleviate both pain and psychological distress.
Cutting-edge Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy: Dr.Mir adeptly employs Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ECSWT) to tackle chronic musculoskeletal pain, ranging from neck and back discomfort to soft tissue pain, tendonitis, and conditions like tennis and golf elbow. Additionally, this approach proves effective for non-union fractures.
Dr. Mir’s treatment philosophy revolves around a holistic approach, addressing the multifaceted nature of chronic pain through a socio-psycho-biomedical lens. He ardently advocates for a multidisciplinary strategy, fostering collaboration between different medical specialties for a comprehensive and well-rounded approach to pain management. With a genuine commitment to enhancing his patients’ quality of life, Dr.Mir continues to be at the forefront of advancements in pain medicine.
Qualifications:
Fellowship Faculty of Pain Medicine (The Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists, ANZCA)
Fellowship of Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP)
Extra Training in Paediatric chronic pain conditions, Diploma in Child Health (The children Hospital Westmead)
Medical Doctor (MD)
Medical Cannabis Autorised Prescriber
Certificate of Opioid Treatment, Methadone and Suboxone Prescriber [Chronic pain and opioid Treatment] (Australian Chapter of Addiction Medicine)
Extra Corporal Shock wave Therapy (ECSWT)
Focused Psychological Skills [FPS], Cognitive Behavioural Therapy [CBT] (Australian Society for Psychological Medicine)
Hypnosis [Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Pain] (The College of Medical Hypnosis)
Studying Master of Pain Medicine (The University of Sydney)
Functional Assessment
Language: English, Persian, Farsi, Dari