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Pain medicine doctors online in Spain

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Yevgen Yakovenko

General surgery 12 years exp.

Dr. Yevgen Yakovenko is a licensed surgeon and general practitioner in Spain and Germany. He specialises in general, paediatric, and oncological surgery, internal medicine, and pain management. He offers online consultations for adults and children, combining surgical precision with therapeutic support. Dr Yakovenko works with patients across different countries and provides care in Ukrainian, Russian, English, and Spanish.

Areas of medical expertise:

  • Acute and chronic pain: headaches, muscle and joint pain, back pain, abdominal pain, postoperative pain. Identifying the cause, selecting treatment, and creating a care plan.
  • Internal medicine: heart, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary system. Management of chronic conditions, symptom control, second opinions.
  • Pre- and postoperative care: risk assessment, decision-making support, follow-up after surgery, rehabilitation strategies.
  • General and paediatric surgery: hernias, appendicitis, congenital conditions, both planned and urgent surgeries.
  • Injuries and trauma: bruises, fractures, sprains, soft tissue damage, wound care, dressing, referral when in-person care is required.
  • Oncological surgery: diagnosis review, treatment planning, and long-term follow-up.
  • Obesity treatment and weight management: a medical approach to weight loss, including assessment of underlying causes, evaluation of comorbidities, development of a personalised plan (nutrition, physical activity, pharmacotherapy if needed), and ongoing progress monitoring.
  • Imaging interpretation: analysis of ultrasound, CT, MRI, and X-ray results, surgical planning based on imaging data.
  • Second opinions and medical navigation: clarifying diagnoses, reviewing current treatment plans, helping patients choose the best course of action.

Experience and qualifications:

  • 12+ years of clinical experience in university hospitals in Germany and Spain.
  • International education: Ukraine – Germany – Spain.
  • Member of the German Society of Surgeons (BDC).
  • Certified in radiological diagnostics and robotic surgery.
  • Active participant in international medical conferences and research.

Dr Yakovenko explains complex topics in a clear, accessible way. He works collaboratively with patients to analyse health issues and make evidence-based decisions. His approach is grounded in clinical excellence, scientific accuracy, and respect for each individual.

If you are unsure about a diagnosis, preparing for surgery, or want to discuss your test results – Dr Yakovenko will help you evaluate your options and move forward with confidence.

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Maria Martelli

Pain medicine 12 years exp.

Dr Maria Martelli is a medical doctor specialising in anaesthesiology and pain medicine. She provides online consultations for adults, focusing on the assessment and management of acute, chronic, and complex pain conditions, as well as supportive care in serious illness.

She graduated from the Medical University of Silesia in Katowice and completed her specialisation in Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care. Alongside hospital work, she has extensive experience in home and inpatient hospice care, supporting patients with severe pain and advanced disease. Since 2021, she has been a certified specialist and continues to work in anaesthesiology, intensive care, and pain treatment.

Patients consult her for:

  • Chronic pain lasting more than 3 months (musculoskeletal, neuropathic, mixed pain).
  • Acute pain requiring medical assessment and treatment planning.
  • Post-operative pain and recovery support.
  • Cancer-related pain and symptom relief.
  • Palliative care support and quality-of-life improvement.
  • Adjustment and optimisation of pain medication.
  • Second opinions for complex or treatment-resistant pain.
Dr Martelli takes a structured, evidence-based approach, carefully analysing symptoms, previous treatments, and overall health status. Her consultations focus on realistic pain control goals, safety of therapy, and improving daily functioning.

She is especially attentive to patients living with long-term pain or serious illness, providing clear explanations, compassionate guidance, and medically sound recommendations adapted to each individual situation.

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Dmytro Horobets

Family medicine 7 years exp.

Dr. Dmytro Horobets is a licensed family medicine physician in Poland, specialising in endocrinology, diabetology, obesity management, gastroenterology, pediatrics, general surgery, and pain medicine. He offers online consultations for adults and children, providing personalised medical support for a wide range of acute and chronic health concerns.

Areas of expertise:

  • Endocrinology: diabetes type 1 and type 2, prediabetes, thyroid disorders, metabolic syndrome, hormonal imbalance.
  • Obesity medicine: structured weight management plans, nutritional counselling, obesity-related health risks.
  • Gastroenterology: acid reflux (GERD), gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), liver and biliary conditions.
  • Pediatric care: infections, respiratory symptoms, digestive issues, growth and development monitoring.
  • General surgery support: pre- and post-surgical consultations, wound care, rehabilitation.
  • Pain management: chronic and acute pain, back pain, joint pain, post-traumatic pain syndromes.
  • Cardiovascular health: hypertension, cholesterol control, risk assessment for heart disease.
  • Preventive medicine: regular check-ups, health screenings, long-term management of chronic conditions.

Dr. Horobets combines evidence-based medicine with a patient-centred approach. He carefully evaluates each patient’s medical history and symptoms, offering clear explanations and structured treatment plans adapted to individual needs.

Whether you need help managing diabetes, tackling weight-related health issues, interpreting lab results, or receiving general family medicine support, Dr. Horobets provides professional online care tailored to your specific health goals.

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Pain medicine doctors for comprehensive assessment and management of pain

How pain medicine evaluates different pain conditions, identifies contributing factors, and defines appropriate care pathways

What pain medicine focuses on

What pain medicine focuses on

Pain medicine is a medical specialty dedicated to the structured evaluation and management of pain as a clinical condition. It addresses pain not only as a symptom of another disease, but as a complex experience influenced by biological, neurological, and functional factors.

Pain medicine doctors work with patients whose pain persists, recurs, or significantly interferes with daily activities, sleep, and quality of life. This includes situations where the original cause of pain is known, as well as cases where pain continues without a clear or single diagnosis.

The specialty focuses on understanding how pain develops, how it is maintained, and what factors contribute to its persistence. These may include nerve involvement, musculoskeletal changes, central sensitisation, or previous injury or surgery.

The primary goal of pain medicine is careful assessment and clinical reasoning before any treatment decisions are made.

Common reasons to see a pain medicine doctor

Common reasons to see a pain medicine doctor

Chronic musculoskeletal pain, such as back pain, neck pain, or joint pain, is one of the most frequent reasons for referral. These conditions often persist despite standard treatments and require more detailed evaluation.

Patients also commonly seek pain medicine consultations for nerve-related pain, including neuropathic pain, radicular pain, or pain following trauma or surgical procedures. Such pain often has distinct characteristics, such as burning, shooting, or electric sensations.

Headaches, facial pain, and widespread pain conditions may also fall within the scope of pain medicine when they are persistent or difficult to manage. In some cases, patients are referred due to ongoing pain without a clearly identified cause.

Pain that limits mobility, disrupts sleep, or reduces the ability to work or function socially is a key indication for pain medicine assessment.

Acute pain, chronic pain, and pain patterns

Acute pain, chronic pain, and pain patterns

Pain medicine distinguishes between acute pain and chronic pain, not only by duration but also by underlying mechanisms. Acute pain is typically related to tissue injury or inflammation and often resolves as healing occurs.

Chronic pain persists beyond the expected period of healing and may involve changes in how the nervous system processes pain signals. In such cases, pain can become disproportionate to the original injury or continue even after tissue recovery.

Pain medicine doctors analyse pain patterns, including whether pain is constant or intermittent, localised or widespread, and what factors trigger or relieve it. These patterns provide important diagnostic clues.

Understanding the temporal and functional characteristics of pain is essential for determining appropriate management strategies.

Diagnostic assessment and multidisciplinary approach

Diagnostic assessment and multidisciplinary approach

Pain medicine consultations are centred on detailed diagnostic assessment rather than immediate intervention. This includes reviewing medical history, previous diagnoses, treatments tried, and their outcomes.

Doctors often analyse imaging studies, laboratory results, and reports from other specialists to build a comprehensive clinical picture. The aim is to identify contributing factors rather than focus on a single presumed cause.

Pain medicine frequently involves collaboration with other specialties such as neurology, orthopaedics, rehabilitation medicine, or mental health professionals. This reflects the fact that pain often has overlapping physical and neurological components.

A multidisciplinary perspective helps avoid fragmented care and supports more informed clinical decisions.

When pain medicine may not be enough

When pain medicine may not be enough

Certain pain-related situations require urgent medical attention rather than scheduled pain medicine consultation. These include sudden severe pain with neurological deficits, loss of bladder or bowel control, fever with pain suggesting infection, or rapidly worsening symptoms.

Pain medicine doctors also recognise when pain is secondary to conditions that require direct treatment by another specialty, such as active inflammatory disease, malignancy, or acute surgical pathology.

Not all pain can be fully eliminated, particularly in long-standing or complex cases. In such situations, management may focus on reducing pain intensity, improving function, and supporting daily activities.

Clear discussion of limitations and realistic goals is an essential part of responsible pain medicine care.

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Pain medicine doctors: frequently asked questions

Key questions about medical pain assessment and management

What conditions do pain medicine doctors assess?
Pain medicine doctors assess a wide range of pain conditions, including chronic musculoskeletal pain, neuropathic pain, post-injury pain, post-surgical pain, and complex pain syndromes.
When should someone consider pain medicine consultation?
When pain persists beyond expected healing, worsens over time, interferes with daily functioning, or does not respond to initial treatment approaches.
Is pain medicine focused only on chronic pain?
No. While chronic pain is common, pain medicine also evaluates complex or recurrent acute pain that requires deeper diagnostic assessment.
How do pain medicine doctors determine the cause of pain?
They analyse pain characteristics, medical history, previous treatments, imaging, and neurological findings to identify contributing mechanisms rather than relying on a single diagnosis.
Does pain medicine replace other specialties?
No. Pain medicine complements other specialties and often works alongside them, especially in complex cases.
Is pain always fully treatable?
Not always. In some cases, the goal is improved function, symptom control, and quality of life rather than complete pain elimination.
Does pain medicine involve procedures or medications?
Assessment always comes first. Any interventions depend on individual clinical evaluation and clear medical indication.
When is urgent care needed instead of pain medicine consultation?
Sudden severe pain, new neurological symptoms, weakness, fever, or rapidly worsening pain require immediate medical evaluation.
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