Richard Paicius, MD

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Renowned Pain Specialist Offering 30+ Years of Expertise in Neuromodulation, Regenerative Medicine, and Innovative Solutions for Chronic Pain Management

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About Richard Paicius, MD

Dr. Richard M. Paicius is a board-certified anesthesiologist with subspecialty certification in pain medicine and over three decades of clinical and academic leadership in interventional pain management and neuromodulation. He serves as the Medical Director at Southern California Spine and Sport Medical Associates and Primary Investigator of Clinical Studies at Newport Therapeutics. He is also one of the founders of Newport Coast Surgery Center. Dr. Paicius is widely recognized for his innovation in minimally invasive pain therapies and his contributions to advancing the science of neuromodulation.

A founding figure in the field, Dr. Paicius holds executive leadership roles on the Board of Directors for the American Society of Pain and Neuroscience and the Pain Therapy Applied Research and Technology Advisory Board. He has received multiple honors, including the “Lifetime Achievement Award” from ASPN and repeated recognition as one of Orange County’s “Top Doctors.”

Dr. Paicius is a sought-after principal investigator and has led numerous national and international clinical trials exploring regenerative biologics, spinal cord stimulation, and advanced interventional techniques. His pioneering work includes studies with Direct Biologics, Abbott, Mesoblast, Spine Biopharma, and others, reflecting his commitment to evidence-based innovation in pain care.

His scholarly contributions include over 25 peer-reviewed publications and abstracts in high-impact journals, focusing on neuromodulation, dorsal root ganglion stimulation, and regenerative therapies. He also serves as a manuscript reviewer and editorial board member for the Journal of Neuromodulation, helping shape the future of pain science.

A former Assistant Professor at both UCLA and UC Irvine, Dr. Paicius has educated countless medical professionals and continues to present at national and international conferences. His collaborative spirit, clinical excellence, and commitment to improving patients’ quality of life have made him a respected voice in the field of pain medicine.