Pain & Spine Specialist, Anesthesiologist
BIOGRAPHY
With a passion for helping people break free from the grip of chronic pain, Laura Pasternack, M.D. offers solutions that go beyond medication and focus on advanced, minimally invasive treatments like neuromodulation and regenerative medicine to support the body’s natural ability to heal. With a deep dedication to patient-centered care, Dr. Pasternack’s goal is to provide relief that lasts, allowing her patients to regain control of their lives and get back to doing what they love.
Using neuromodulation techniques, Dr. Pasternack helps “reset” pain signals in the body, offering significant relief for conditions such as spinal stenosis, failed back syndrome, and complex regional pain syndrome. Dr. Pasternack also explores regenerative medicine approaches with her patients, focusing on treatments that may support the body’s healing processes and promote overall wellness.
Dr. Pasternack believes that each patient’s journey with pain is unique, and her personalized approach reflects that. She takes the time to understand your story, your goals, and how chronic pain affects your daily life. Together, you’ll develop a treatment plan that is specifically tailored to your needs—one that helps you achieve relief without relying on long-term medication.
As a Southern California native and mother of three, Dr. Pasternack understands the importance of balance and staying active for your family and your personal well-being. Her focus is always on helping patients live life more fully while minimizing the limitations that chronic pain can bring. Whether you’re hoping to get back to exercising, spending time with your family, or simply living pain-free, Dr. Pasternack is dedicated to supporting you every step of the way.
EDUCATION
- Graduated from Drexel College of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA
- Completed internship at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, WA.
- Completed residency in Anesthesiology at UCSF Medical Center in San Francisco, CA
- Completed fellowship in Chronic Pain Medicine at UCLA in Santa Monica, CA.
Disclaimer: Regenerative medicine therapies Dr. Pasternack for pain management are not currently approved by the FDA and are considered investigational or experimental ongoing research.
