Justin M. Craig, MD

  • Associate Program Director, Interventional Pain Fellowship
4.76 out of 5
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Specialties

Conditions

  • Disorders of the spine (disc herniation, arthritis, disc degeneration, spinal stenosis)
  • Non-surgical arthritis of the hip, knee and shoulder
  • Peripheral nerve injuries and neuropathy
  • Complex regional pain syndrome (RSD)
  • Compression fractures of the thoracic and lumbar spine
    • Myofascial and musculoskeletal pain
    • Sacroiliac joint pain
    • Sciatica
    • Neuropathic pain
    • Cancer pain
    • Low back pain

Procedures Performed

  • Spinal injections (epidurals and facets)
  • Radiofrequency ablation of the spine, knee and peripheral nerves
  • Neuromodulation including spinal cord stimulation and dorsal root ganglion stimulation
  • Pain pump implantation and management
  • Vertebral augmentation procedures (kyphoplasty)
    • Minimally invasive lumbar decompression
    • Ultrasound and fluoroscopically guided joint injections
    • Basivertebral nerve ablation
    • Vertiflex interspinous spacers
    • Cornerloc SI joint fusion
    • Regenerative medicine

Related Services

About

Dr. Craig is an Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology with the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Kentucky and serves as the Associate Program Director for the Interventional Pain Medicine Fellowship. He is board certified in both Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine by the American Board of Anesthesiology. He is a member of several professional societies relating to anesthesia and pain medicine with several publications.

Faculty Rank

  • Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology

  • Awards

    Dell Burkey Award, Outstanding Pain Fellow

Training & Education

Degree

University of Louisville, School of Medicine

Residency

Anesthesiology, University of Virginia Health Sciences Center, Charlottesville, Virginia

Fellowship

Pain Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, School of Medicine, Philadelphia

Certifications and Special Training

The American Board of Anesthesiology, Anesthesiology
The American Board of Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine

Insurance Information

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Ratings & Reviews

4.76 out of 5
38 Reviews

The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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    Always great concern and relaxing atmosphere

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    This practice is great, always shows concern for my back pain and provides great care.

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    He seemed to be familiarizing himself with my case as he was talking to me by reading which is a good thing .

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    The best doctor

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    Good

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      I've told a lot of my friends about the care I receive from them unfortunately they don't live in Lexington

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      They showed me my MRI so I could understand the disc bulging and how it was affecting nerves.

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      Dr Craig could teach other physicians how to interact with patients. He is wonderful

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      Dr. Craig and all who have been involved in my treatment have been a blessing to me.

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      Telehealth has been a blessing

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      They gave me a range of how things might turn out

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      I saw the resident/fellow Joshua first. When he was done, he went and got Dr Craig. Both returned within a few minutes. Dr. Craig was also very thorough, informative, listened carefully and answered all my questions.

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      Good teamwork.

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      Excellent care and concern regarding my chronic pain.

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      I always have a Great experience with Dr. Craig.

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      Dr. Craig is a nice guy and doctor.

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      Dr. Craig is a professional !!!

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      I am a difficult case and Dr. Craig is doing everything he can to help.

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      I have recommended Dr. Craig to friends.

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      I have told everyone that would listen about Dr Craig and the Pain Clinic. I have confidence in Dr Craig and his staff!

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      EXCELLENT !!

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      I would recommend.

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      None bad

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      Good

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      Dr. Craig in straight away, sat down, and was asking how I was, if I had any new problems, and asked how I was doing. I did not feel rushed or like I was a problem. Dr Craig always does an awesome job.

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      I had treatment by Dr. Craig in the past as well. Both then and now, he is very detailed in what the treatment will be and why. He explains any risks and makes sure all of my questions are answered.

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      Just the best

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      Dr Craig is always attentive and helpful

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      Good

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      Will highly recommend!

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      Made me very happy.

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      I had an exemplary experience, first w/*Dr. Craig. I felt much more at ease w/my situation and care plan as a result of my visit.

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      Dr.Craig is very easy to talk to and I'm comfortable when I have to go to the pain clinic.

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      Dr Fam and Dr Craig LISTENED to me, then followed up

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      Professional services

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      Very nice

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      I would not and will not recommend this place EVER

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      I look forward to seeing *Justin Craig when I return.