Ryan Budwany

Dr. Ryan Budwany is a board-certified physician specializing in interventional pain and functional medicine. He completed his medical specialty training at WVU Ruby Memorial Hospital and earned his Medical Degree from Mercer University School of Medicine. Dr. Budwany's academic journey includes a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from Emory University, a Master of Public Health in Quality Improvement and Patient Safety from Dartmouth College, and a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management from the University of Massachusetts. Prior to joining NextPain Care, Dr. Budwany honed his expertise under the mentorship of Dr. Tim R. Deer, a globally recognized figure in interventional pain and minimally invasive spine procedures, at the Spine and Nerve Centers of the Virginias. 

His dedication to advancing the field is evident through his involvement in research projects, including a collaboration with NASA studying the effects of microgravity and long-duration space travel on spine and back pain. Dr. Budwany's commitment to healthcare extends beyond clinical practice. He has served as the Young Innovators Chair for the American Society of Pain and Neuroscience, advocating for patient access to integrative pain management. Additionally, he is the Executive Director of Medical Diplomats International, a non-profit organization focused on improving healthcare outcomes in rural mountain communities. With a philosophy centered on individualized care plans tailored to each patient's specific goals for functional improvement, Dr. Budwany offers comprehensive pain management services, emphasizing minimally invasive procedures and regenerative medicine to enhance quality of life.