About Expert Pain
Ioannis Skaribas, MD, is a double board-certified Anesthesiologist and Interventional Pain Management Specialist in Houston, Texas. As the founder of Expert Pain, Dr. Skaribas is recognized as a global Key Opinion Leader (KOL) and a pioneer in Neuromodulation, specifically Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS), Dorsal Root Ganglion (DRG) stimulation, and Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS).
A National Pioneer in Pain Relief Technology
In 2001, Dr. Skaribas was among the first physicians in the U.S. to perform Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS). Since then, he has successfully treated over 2,500 patients with SCS, becoming a destination physician for patients across Texas and the United States seeking relief from:
Specializing in Advanced "DRG" Therapy
As one of the few specialists in the country trained to perform and teach Dorsal Root Ganglion (DRG) Stimulation, Dr. Skaribas offers a lifeline to those with focal pain that hasn’t responded to traditional treatments. Since 2016, he has performed over 300 DRG procedures, helping patients regain mobility and freedom from chronic nerve pain.
Comprehensive Care for Complex Conditions
Dr. Skaribas offers a full range of non-surgical and minimally invasive treatments tailored to each patient's unique needs. He provides expert care for:
Academic Excellence & Double Board Certifications
Dr. Skaribas earned his medical degree from Aristotle University and completed his residency and Fellowship at the Baylor College of Medicine, where he was named "Intern of the Year." He is a Double Boarded Diplomate of the American Board of Anesthesiology and a Fellow of the American Society of Anesthesiologists (FASA). A prolific author and researcher, his work is frequently featured in major medical journals.
Restoring Hope Through Expert Care
At Expert Pain, we treat the person — not just the symptom. Dr. Skaribas is dedicated to giving patients their lives back, moving them from a state of suffering to a future of hope and activity.
Ready to start your journey to relief? Call Expert Pain in Houston today or book your appointment online to see Dr. Ioannis Skaribas.
Our Mission
Compassionate Care
Education & Advocacy
Patient Safety
Best Possible Results
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Double Board-Certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine 20+ years of experience
Author and Thought Leader
Dr. Skaribas has been published in a variety of journals and has written chapters in multiple textbooks. View all Journal Articles >
Anatomy and pathophysiology of the sacroiliac joint.
Occipital peripheral nerve stimulation in the management of chronic intractable occipital neuralgia
Interim Results From the Partnership for Advancement in Neuromodulation Pain Registry
Psychological Evaluation for Those Receiving Devices for the Treatment of Pain
Successful Treatment of Charcot‐Marie‐Tooth Chronic Pain with Spinal Cord Stimulation
Expert Pain accepts most major insurance plans. Here is a list of some of the major insurance plans we accept. If you do not see your insurance plan listed, please call our office to confirm.
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"Dr. Skaribas has the best pain management care in the entire city if Houston. He is caring and shows empathy."
"It is obvious from the first meeting that he takes his time with each patient. He really listens their pain issue and any concerns they may have."
"Dr. Skaribas and his staff go over and beyond for his patients. He was able to help me and I am happy to say I am pain free."
"Dr. Skaribas and his staff are very nice and he’s a great Pain Doctor. If you live in the Houston area, I highly recommend Dr. Skaribas."
" If you're looking for compassionate and informative care and a professional environment I would definitely recommend Dr. Skaribas at Expert Pain."
"I can’t say enough about how great my experience with them has been. I highly recommend this doctor for your pain issues."
"I must say it’s an honor to work with such a great doctor! He’s very nice and treats the patients with the upmost respect."
""Dr Skaribas is genuinely concerned about putting his patients on a more productive path. Every staff member works together to promote healthier, less painful outcomes"
