Business Details
26 Years
experience
Expert Pain Management Services in Bowie, MD
Lifestream Health Center has been serving the Bowie/Baltimore-Washington D.C. Metropolitan area since 2000, providing comprehensive pain management solutions for acute and chronic conditions. Our team of highly trained specialists utilizes evidence-based research and advanced techniques to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. We prioritize multidimensional approaches that incorporate the latest technology, interventional procedures, and non-medication therapies to optimize patient outcomes. Our Suboxone treatment program offers healthier alternatives for patients seeking to discontinue long-term opioid use.With board-certified physicians and certified physician assistants, we combine clinical expertise with compassionate care to help patients reclaim their quality of life. Our commitment to personalized treatment is demonstrated through extended consultations and a focus on addressing root causes of pain rather than temporary fixes. We maintain active involvement in medical community initiatives and adhere to strict professional standards through board certifications and ongoing education. Our facilities in Bowie, Glen Burnie, Baltimore, and Parkville provide accessible care supported by on-site procedures and sedation options when required.
Services
Epidural Steroid Injection
Suboxone Treatment
Ultrasound-Guided Injections
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Trigger Point Injections
Radiofrequency Neurolysis
Spinal Cord Stimulator Trials
Botox Injections
Physical Therapy
Telehealth Consultations
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs
- Our team utilizes evidence-based research and advanced pain management techniques
- We provide a successful Suboxone treatment program for opioid alternatives
- Our specialists are board-certified with extensive interventional pain management experience
- We combine medical expertise with compassionate, patient-centered care
What people say
Excellent service
Great doctor
Compassionate and professional
Successful treatment
Caring staff
Services
Pain Management
Our comprehensive pain management services address both acute and chronic conditions through personalized treatment plans. We combine interventional procedures, medication management, and non-pharmacological therapies to target pain at its source. Our specialists utilize advanced diagnostic techniques and evidence-based treatments to improve patient functionality and quality of life.
Suboxone Treatment
This specialized program helps patients transition from long-term opioid use to healthier pain management alternatives. Our certified providers implement medically supervised treatment plans that combine medication-assisted therapy with behavioral support to address both physical dependence and psychological aspects of addiction recovery.
Ultrasound-Guided Injections
Our precision injection treatments use real-time ultrasound imaging to accurately target pain sources. This advanced technique improves treatment effectiveness for conditions like joint pain, nerve compression, and musculoskeletal injuries while minimizing risks through enhanced visualization of anatomical structures during procedures.
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
We specialize in managing complex regional pain syndrome through multidisciplinary approaches combining nerve blocks, physical therapy, and medication management. Our team employs specialized interventions like sympathetic nerve blocks and spinal cord stimulator trials to address this challenging condition's neurological components and improve patient mobility.
Trigger Point Injections
This targeted treatment addresses muscle pain caused by trigger points or knots through direct injections of local anesthetics. Our providers use precise palpation techniques to identify active trigger points, providing immediate pain relief while addressing underlying muscle tension patterns contributing to chronic discomfort.
People
Dr. Sarah Merritt
Pain Management Specialist
Board-certified anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist with training from Johns Hopkins Medical Institute. Active in medical community initiatives and Maryland's Prescription Drug Monitoring Program. Specializes in interventional pain management techniques.
Sukhbir Bhurji
Physician Assistant
Certified physician assistant with expertise in outpatient pain management and addiction medicine. Applies multidisciplinary approach to pain treatment with focus on patient education and relationship-building in Bowie practice.
Shoshana Katz
Physician Assistant
Specializes in ultrasound-guided procedures including joint injections and migraine treatments. Active member of DC Academy of Physician Assistants with experience in interventional pain management across multiple states.
Megan Ferron
Physician Assistant
Nationally certified PA with focus on integrative medicine and holistic patient care. Certified in Suboxone treatment and auricular acupuncture protocols for addiction and stress reduction through the NADA protocol.
Janet Beebe
Nurse Practitioner
Doctor of Nursing Practice with 40 years nursing experience and behavioral health specialization. Focuses on substance abuse treatment and mental health integration in chronic pain management through evidence-based educational interventions.
Questions
What pain management services do you offer?
We provide epidural steroid injections, nerve blocks, ultrasound-guided procedures, Suboxone treatment, and non-medication therapies for acute and chronic pain conditions.
Do you treat both acute and chronic pain?
Yes, our specialists address both acute post-injury/surgical pain and chronic conditions like complex regional pain syndrome using personalized treatment approaches.
Do you accept my insurance?
We accept most major insurance providers including Medicaid and Medicare. Contact our office for specific verification of your coverage benefits.
Are telehealth appointments available?
Yes, we offer telehealth consultations when appropriate for initial evaluations and follow-up care to improve treatment accessibility.
What makes your pain management different?
Our evidence-based approach combines interventional procedures with personalized treatment plans that address both physical and psychological aspects of pain through multidisciplinary care.
Do you offer second opinions?
Yes, we welcome patients seeking second opinions about their pain management regimens to ensure they receive the most appropriate treatment options.
Reviews (4)
Sharon Wingo
Oct 04, 2021
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Dr. Merritt is a great doctor. She listens to her patients and works with them to create a plan that works for you, as well as suggestions on other types of treatments that may help you with whatever your issues are.
Kurtis Green
Sep 04, 2021
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Dr. Merritt listens to me and thoroughly evaluates my injury. I have great confidence in her evaluation and the course of action I should take. I would highly recommend Dr. Merritt and Lifestream Health Center.
Steve Norris
Aug 30, 2021
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Just wanted to say, I had TWO 'MAJOR BACK SURGERIES... I VOLUNTARILY went to Doctor Merritt, choosing NOT to go to Pain management,
And it was A TERIFYING Decision but I DID IT! And it was a GODSEND, that helped me after 13 YEARS on Percocet,
Now I'm NOT HOMELESS anymore, I Have a JOB after FIVE YEARS (Cuz of Surgeries)
But now I have to TRy to mend as MANY fences as Possible! The Pills, while helping DRASTICALLY with my PAIN but I NEVER knew how MUCH pain I was in.... Now I'm in pain, but my Family was destroyed,
Friendships destroyed, etc
This was a BLESING, THANK YOU DR.MERRITT!!!!!!
And it was A TERIFYING Decision but I DID IT! And it was a GODSEND, that helped me after 13 YEARS on Percocet,
Now I'm NOT HOMELESS anymore, I Have a JOB after FIVE YEARS (Cuz of Surgeries)
But now I have to TRy to mend as MANY fences as Possible! The Pills, while helping DRASTICALLY with my PAIN but I NEVER knew how MUCH pain I was in.... Now I'm in pain, but my Family was destroyed,
Friendships destroyed, etc
This was a BLESING, THANK YOU DR.MERRITT!!!!!!
LaChelle Campbell
Aug 27, 2021
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Dr. Merritt is amazing. She explains your treatment from beginning until the end. The office staff as a whole is professionalism is excellent. I would recommend her to anyone.
