Pain Specialists of Charleston BLOG


Get to Know Dr. Edward Tavel, Jr., MD

Double Board Certified Physician

20+ Years Experience

English Speaking

Dr. Edward Tavel, Jr., the founder and medical director at Pain Specialists of Charleston, has been serving the Charleston community since 1993.

Born and raised in Charleston, he brings a deep understanding of the local community to his practice.

With extensive training in pain management, Dr. Tavel uses a wide range of interventional, non-surgical techniques ...

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Get to Know Dr. Jeffrey Cegelski, MD

Board Certified Physician

6+ Years Experience

English Speaking

Dr. Jeffrey Cegelski earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. 

He then completed his anesthesiology residency at the same institution, where he was honored to serve as Chief Resident for 2021-2022. Recently, Dr. Cegelski completed a one-year fellowship in pain management. Additionally, he serves as an investigator for ...

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What to Expect During Your First Pain Management Appointment

Living with chronic pain can be demoralizing and debilitating, making you feel that this is just how life will be from now on. If you have found yourself in this predicament, scheduling an appointment at a pain management clinic near you may be just what the doctor ordered. 

But what can you expect during your first appointment with a pain management physician? The idea of a first visit can seem daunting, but the Pain Specialists of Charleston are here to help!...

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What Does a Pain Management Physician Do? 

Pain relief and management look different to many people–some find medication helpful, others require surgery, and many just learn to “live with it.” 

Chronic pain should not mean sacrificing your overall well-being. In fact, we believe quite the opposite. At Pain Specialists of Charleston, our goal is to help you reclaim your quality of life and find the most relief for your chronic pain–but not in the way you may think. 

Keep reading to find out what ...

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Welcome – Matthew Ried, PA-C

Pain & Neurology Specialists is excited to announce the addition of Matthew Ried, PA-C to our provider team!

Matt received his Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from the University of Dayton in Dayton, OH. He then went on to pursue a second Bachelor’s Degree as well as a Master’s Degree through the very competitive Department of Defense Interservice Physician Assistant Program (IPAP). This program was completed through the University of Nebraska Medical School where he ...

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Hours and Location


Open 5 Days a Week! - Monday - Thursday 8am-4:30pm | Friday 8am-1:00pm | Saturday CLOSED | Sunday CLOSED

2695 Elms Plantation Blvd, Suite A, Charleston, SC



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