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A. Harris Basali, MD
Medical Director

Dr. A. Harris Basali has been providing high-quality pain management in Ohio since 1999.

In 1992, he joined the Cleveland Clinic, where he completed his internship, residency, fellowship in pain management, and research fellowship. Since 1999, He has been recognized for being an international speaker and for his numerous research accomplishments. Dr. Basali has also served as the Director of Pain Management for the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Lorain and as a preceptor for the Pain Management Residency Program at the Cleveland Clinic Main Campus.

  • Board certified in ANESTHESIA by the American Board of Anesthesiology
  • 30 years of experience in anesthesia and pain management
  • Performed over 70,000 interventional pain procedures throughout his career

Dr. Basali opened the Pain Management Institute in Wooster, Ohio, in 2008. He provides patients with expert quality care using the most current treatment methods and the latest technology while caring for his individual patients’ needs as well in this state-of-the-art facility.

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Nicholas Prayson, MD

 

Dr. Nicholas Prayson completed his undergraduate education at Case Western Reserve University with many honors including, Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa. He completed his medical school training at Case Western Reserve University before going on to complete his residency in Anesthesiology, followed by Pain Medicine fellowship at The Cleveland Clinic Foundation. He joined the staff of the Wooster Pain Institute in 2023 and is the Director of Medical Operations.

During medical school, he taught anatomy and further built upon his interest in research. He has over a dozen publications and presentations. He has worked with the Cleveland Clinic innovations department on multiple innovations within the medical and healthcare space.

He has a wonderful wife and new son who are his greatest gifts. He loves to spend his time outdoors, cooking, hiking, traveling and playing tennis.

 

  •  Board certified in Anesthesia by the American Board of Anesthesiology
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Care That Goes Beyond Physical Treatment

Empathy is at the heart of our practice. We believe in providing care that goes beyond physical treatment, addressing the emotional and psychological needs of our patients as well. We believe in honesty and transparency, and we are here to help our patients every step of the way.

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Innovation and Techniques

We are committed to staying at the forefront of innovation and using cutting-edge techniques in pain management. We regularly update our techniques and methodologies to ensure that our patients receive the best possible care. Our location inside Wooster Community Hospital (http://www.woosterhospital.org/) provides easy access to other specialty care services if needed.

At the Pain Management Institute, experience the difference in care. Let us help you live a pain-free life.

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