Our providers Russell Plewinski, CRNA
Russell Plewinski, MS, DNAP, DAAPM
Russell Plewinski CRNA APRN

Treatment Philosophy:

"Chronic pain reaches far beyond the sensation of pain. It affects the whole person… physically, mentally, and socially. Pain sufferers should know that PainCare uses a combination of therapies to address the complexities of the chronic pain experience."

"I strive to develop a strong relationship of trust with the patient. I think it is vitally important that my patients participate in the decision-making process when choosing treatments or therapies."

"Together can we develop a treatment plan using the latest technology and disciplines proven most effective in the management of pain. As someone who endured chronic pain for 11 years, I have tremendous empathy for folks suffering from pain. Because I have had great success conquering my own chronic pain, I dedicate my life’s work to helping those still suffering."

As someone who endured chronic pain for 11 years, I have tremendous empathy for folks suffering from pain ... I dedicate my life’s work to helping those still suffering.

Special Interests:

"I select from a wide range of disciplines, often used in combination, to maximize successful outcomes for chronic pain patients. Of particular interest to me is pharmacology, injection techniques (spinal and joint injections), and spinal cord stimulation, as well as the role of diet, physical therapy, and exercise in restoring function."

Professional Journey

Russ began his healthcare career as a Navy Corpsman in 1980. Positions during his successful naval years included Advanced Pharmacy Technician, Registered Nurse in the Intensive Care Unit, and CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist). Currently Retired Commander U.S. Navy, Russ left his military career in 2003 to follow his passion to effectively treat pain patients.

Professional Certifications & Associations

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), member of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA), New Hampshire Association of Nurse Anesthetists (guest speaker), Advanced Cardiac Life Support provider, and Pediatric Cardiac Life Support provider

Other Professional Accomplishments

  • Diplomate American Academy of Pain Management - DAAPM
  • Guest Lecturer - Bouvé College of Health Sciences School of Health Professions, Northeastern University, Boston, Mass.
  • Commander - U.S. Navy (Ret.)

Education

  • B.S. in Nursing from University of Portland
  • M.S. in Science – Anesthesia from Georgetown University
  • DNAP (Doctorate of Nurse Anesthesia Practice) – Virginia Commonwealth University
"When not treating my patients I enjoy... a wide variety of activities including: bicycling – road, mountain and recumbent, hiking, photography, astronomy and star gazing, motorcycling, home improvement, gardening."

Joined the Pain Care family: July 2008

Can be seen in: Somersworth, NH
 
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