The Pain Intervention Center provides advanced, cost-effective interventional spine pain management in a state-of-the-art private facility, conveniently located in Old Metairie, just minutes from downtown New Orleans. Thousands of patients visit the Pain Intervention Center every year suffering from neck and back pain, degenerative joint conditions, whiplash, and even painful job-related injuries. Each patient is treated with a customized team approach. Dr. Waring and his knowledgeable staff take into consideration the importance of physical, psychological, and rehabilitative methods for chronic pain management. Minimally invasive procedures are performed with sedation under flouroscopic X-ray guidance helping to target specific painful areas for diagnosis and treatment. Our patients not only avoid the delays, intimidation, and expense of big hospitals, but also can often obtain excellent pain relief without the risks of addictive narcotics and aggressive spine surgery. Dr. Patrick Waring serves as a senior instructor for the prestigious Spine Intervention Society and is regarded as an expert in the field of precision spine related pain management, successfully diagnosing and treating chronic pain, and improving the quality of life for countless satisfied patients. Dr. Waring’s background as a highly respected anesthesiologist and his years of study, teaching, and interventional pain practice have yielded the best technical results in the area for over fifteen years. Surrounded by a clinical team that attends to every concern, our outcomes cannot be matched. Don’t take our word for it. Click the testimonials tab and see what our patients are saying or visit our Facebook page. The expert clinicians, personalized service, and customized follow-up care of the Pain Intervention Center truly set us apart. Come to the Pain Intervention Center and experience the difference! “This was my first visit and I am more than pleased with the attention and care I received. I believe I have finally found a knowledgeable doctor to treat my chronic spinal issues. Thank you Dr. Waring, Joe, and staff!” view Treatments & Procedures