Michigan Spine & Pain : Mt. Pleasant, Gaylord, & West Bloomingfield, MI : Providers

Marvin N. Bleiberg, MD

"When patients come in and they are unable to perform everyday activities, I understand how they feel. I focus on their goals, which are to decrease pain and improve performance so they can get back to their active lifestyles. In addition to providing patients with today’s latest and most effective treatment methods, I educate them on how to maximize the healing process as well as prevent reinjury. Getting patients actively involved in their own recovery can result in a better outcome."

Herman B. Ruiz, MD

"Practicing pain medicine allows me to have a positive impact on other individuals. It’s gratifying to reduce someone’s pain, enabling them to do the things they couldn’t do previously because of their discomfort."

Michael J. Barrett, DC, L-AC, FIAMA

"After being involved in several motor vehicle collisions and sustaining multiple sports injuries., I learned firsthand what it’s like to have both chronic and acute back and neck pain. I want to help those who are suffering to recover from their painful conditions the way I was helped through chiropractic care. Chiropractic care and acupuncture are the perfect complement to the comprehensive list of treatment options available here at Michigan Spine & Pain."

Stuart A. Firsten, DC

"My expertise is in helping those troubled with common conditions like back and neck problems, headache, sciatica, pinched nerves, joint stiffness, disc disorders, muscle tension and pain. As a chiropractor, I provide gentle hands on adjustments and other forms of conservative non-surgical care. I have a special interest in teaching patients how to care for their spine so they can prevent reoccurrence of their problem and limit future re-injuries and pain."

Amy McDonald, MSPT

"I chose to become a physical therapist to help patients learn how to manage their pain and improve their quality of life. It is rewarding to see each patient’s progress."

Cory Cole, LMSW

"What I enjoy most about working with pain patients is the opportunity to see results. It is a privilege to help patients find a hope again, and to help them imagine and attain their best possible quality of life."

Cynthia J Crawford, LCSW,ACSW

Living with pain is one of life's greatest challenges. Pain can be so overwhelming with added stress and frustration. As a pain behavioral specialist I feel honored to be able to be part of our comprehensive team to provide proven methods of pain behavioral treatments now available.

Bridget Champine, FNP - BC

“My role in managing pain as a specialty is to focus on the patient as an individual. I believe that pain is subjectiveand different to everyone. This is why together, the patient and I set lifestyle goals. As a provider, I use my knowledge in pain to organize and problem solve, until the patient can achieve their goals. Encouraging patients on their journey is rewarding to me.”