Physicians and Providers
Charles K. Friedman, DO, Medical Director
Diplomate – American Board of Anesthesiology
Diplomate – American Board of Pain Medicine
Dr. Friedman received his Bachelor of Science in Biology at Florida International University, and attended Nova Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency in Anesthesiology at University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center.
In 1992, Dr. Friedman relocated to the Tampa Bay area where he founded the Pain Relief Centers with a goal to help others enjoy life again. He spent close to a decade as a medical educator in pain management. Dr. Friedman proudly serves his community in improving the quality of life for his patients.
Dr. Friedman serves as the Medical Director for the Pain Relief Centers, and West Park Surgery Center, a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to the treatment of spinal disorders.
Currently he remains in full clinical practice and continues to provide lectures to a multitude of health care disciplines.
His affiliations include, but are not limited to: International Association for the Study of Pain, International Spinal Injection Society, North American Spine Society, North American Neuromodulation Society, American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, Florida Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, American Academy of Pain Management, Florida Academy of Pain Medicine, American College of Occupational & Environmental Medicine, Florida Physicians Association, Pinellas County Medical Society, Pinellas County Osteopathic Medical Association, American Osteopathic Association, American Medical Association and the American Medical Association’s Political Action Committee.
Thanh T. Le, MD
Diplomate – American Board Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Diplomate – American Board of Pain Medicine
Dr. Le earned his Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering at Tulane University in New Orleans, and received his MD at Louisiana State University Medical Center. He then chose to pursue a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency and pain fellowship focusing on spine medicine.
After completing his fellowship in 2000, Dr. Le has been enjoying the comforts of Florida while practicing pain management full time. His main focus is to provide specialized treatment for patients whose lives are limited by pain each and every day.
His professional affiliations include: the American Academy of Pain Management, American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians and Pinellas County Medical Society.
Terel Spencer Newton, M.D.
Diplomate – American Board of Anesthesiology
Dr. Newton received his Bachelor of Science, summa cum laude, in Biology at East Carolina University, and received his M.D. at University of North Carolina. After completing his internship with the Department of Anesthesiology at UNC Hospitals, Dr. Newton stayed on as a Resident Physician. He then worked as a Pain Medicine Fellow and Clinical Instructor with Fletcher Allen Health Care at the University of Vermont.
Throughout the years, Dr. Newton has continued his education at both UNC and Harvard Medical School in areas such as pain, addiction, and anesthesia. He is certified in both Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support. Dr. Newton specializes in many interventional techniques including but not limited to discography, various nerve blocks, and joint injections.
His professional affiliations include: the American Society of Anesthesiologists, American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine, and the American Medical Association. For 2 years, he also served as President of the Anesthesiology Interest Group at UNC School of Medicine.
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Georgette F. Bouwhuis, ARNP, FNP-BC
Georgette graduated from the University of the State of New York, Regents College with an Associate of Science in Nursing. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Sociology at the University of New York at Fredonia. She went on to earn her Master of Science in Nursing at the University of Tampa. Georgette is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, earned at the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She spent nearly a decade and a half at St. Anthony’s Hospital in various units.
Rene Exposito
Physician Patient Liaison
Interpreter Services
Rene translates for our Spanish speaking patients during their consultations and treatments, including surgeries. He is with the patient throughout their therapy.
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