PRESIDENT

Dr. Helen Blake is an Interventional Pain Physician and best-selling author of the book “Move Freely: Get Your Life Back After Injury.” She is board certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Management. Her compassionate, patient-centered, comprehensive pain management techniques help her patients manage their pain and minimize their dependence on medications. She strives to give her patients the results they need to live their best life.

Dr. Blake is empathetic, passionate, and inspiring to her patients and staff alike. Her Fellowship training at the Hospital for Special Surgery (Premier Orthopedic Hospital) gave her advanced training in the evaluation of musculoskeletal complaints and sports injuries but it’s her interest in moving knowledge further with continuing education and the relentless study of cutting edge therapies that sets her apart from her peers.

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT

Dr. Jameson received her medical degree from Michigan State University. Upon graduation, she went on to complete her internship at David Grant USAF Medical Center at Travis Air Force Base in California. She then spent four years as a United States Air Force Flight Surgeon. She completed her residency in Anesthesia at the University of Iowa College of Medicine in Iowa City. She then furthered her training by graduating from a Harvard fellowship in Pain Medicine at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, MA. She is board certified in both anesthesiology and pain management by the American Board of Anesthesiology. This is the only recognized board certification for pain management through the American Board of Medical Specialties. Dr Jameson is also the only physician in North Idaho who is board certified in obesity medicine. She is on numerous international committees in the field of pain management and has published articles and developed national curriculum related to interventional pain management. She serves on the board of the American Society for Interventional Pain Physicians, Women in Neuromodulation, Idaho Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, The American Society of Pain and Neuroscience, and is a founder of The Society for Women Innovators in Pain Management. She is actively involved in clinical research serving as the principal investigator for multiple randomized controlled trials.

Dr. Jameson is the co-founder of Axis Spine Center.

VICE PRESIDENT

Kiran V. Patel MD is an Interventional Pain Management physician board certified in Pain Medicine and Anesthesiology. Dr. Patel is the Director of Pain Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City and Founder/CEO of the NYC Neuromodulation Center of Excellence. She is the ACGME Pain Medicine Fellowship program at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra Northwell.

Dr. Patel is a founding member of Women Innovators in Pain Medicine (WIPM) as well as of Women in Neuromodulation (WIN) . Dr. Patel is currently Vice President of WIPM. Dr. Patel has been a Director for the Association of Pain Program Directors since 2020.

Dr. Patel is currently the Treasurer of the North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS) and has been on the NANS Board of Directors for the past 6 years. Dr. Patel has co-chaired the NANS Cadaver workshop for the past several years and is currently chair of the NANS Certificate in SCS sub-committee. Dr. Patel is a Director at Large for The International Neuromodulation Society. She trains physicians in pain procedures and neuromodulation both nationally and internationally.

Dr. Patel earned her medical degree from Rutgers University and went on to complete an internship in Internal Medicine at Yale University. She completed her Anesthesiology residency and Interventional Pain Medicine fellowship at Columbia University. She also studied medical acupuncture at Harvard University. Dr. Patel has practiced medicine in India and Africa and has organized efforts to address the undertreatment of pain medicine and anesthesia in these regions.

Dr. Patel also conducts original clinical research and is the Co-Principal Investigator of the RESTORE trial She serves as the Deputy Editor of Pain Practice and as Section Editor of the forthcoming sixth edition of Bonica’s Management of Pain. Her work has been published in Neuromodulation, Pain Practice and other peer reviewed journals. Her career is dedicated to improving Interventional Pain Medicine and Neuromodulation through physician education, training and patient access to care.

PRESIDENT ELECT

Dr. Jacqueline Weisbein is a distinguished board-certified, fellowship-trained Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine specializing in Pain Management. With over 12 years of dedicated practice in Napa, California, she brings a wealth of expertise and compassion to her patients.

Holding dual board certifications in pain management and physical medicine and rehabilitation, Dr. Weisbein is renowned for her commitment to enhancing patients' quality of life. She meticulously crafts comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs, focusing on neuropathic pain syndromes, sports injuries, and the utilization of implantable devices to alleviate suffering and restore function.

Dr. Weisbein's leadership extends beyond her clinical practice, as evidenced by her pivotal roles in national societies. She serves as the Chairwoman of Women in Neuromodulation, Vice President of Diversity for the American Society of Pain and Neuroscience, and membership committee chair for the Pacific Spine and Pain Society. Additionally, she is the President-Elect of the Women Innovators in Pain Management, demonstrating her dedication to advancing diversity and innovation in the field.

In her leisure time, Dr. Weisbein finds joy in diverse hobbies, including horseback riding, golfing, and indulging in fine dining experiences. Her passion for exploration extends to travel, enriching her perspective and fostering a well-rounded approach to patient care.

Dr. Weisbein's commitment to education is evident through her role as an educator, where she shares her knowledge with fellow physicians at national training labs and actively participates in mentorship programs. Through her multifaceted contributions, Dr. Weisbein embodies excellence in pain management, compassion in patient care, and leadership in professional development.

SECRETARY

Dr. Tammy Dann, DO, MPH is a Dayton, Ohio based interventional pain physician who is board certified in both anesthesiology and pain management. Following undergraduate study at Grinnell College, she completed a Master’s degree in Public Health at the University of Minnesota, then attended medical school at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Missouri. After finishing her Anesthesiology and Critical Care residency at St. Louis University, she came full circle with her midwest tour by completing a Pain Management fellowship at the University of Iowa. She has been in private practice in both West Virginia and Ohio since that time and is currently faculty for Kettering Health Anesthesiology and Family Practice residency programs.

Dr. Dann’s passion is the treatment of chronic pain utilizing a wholistic approach that encompasses many avenues of treatment in order to achieve the best results for the patient. She also utilizes a wide variety of higher level treatments with particular expertise in the use of intrathecal pumps in the management of chronic pain, as well as targeted spinal cord and peripheral nerve stimulation, and minimally invasive treatments for lumbar stenosis. Dr. Dann has served as a speaker for a wide variety of national meetings, courses and labs throughout the US, and is currently the President of the Ohio Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (OHSIPP) in addition to her WIPM position.

In her free time, Dr. Dann stays busy with her four daughters’ activities, teaching Sunday school, coaching football cheerleading and working out on her various Peloton devices. She also has two adorable large dogs, two cats and four fish. Traveling with her husband - an orthopedic hand and upper extremity surgeon - is another favorite activity and affords her time to sleep more than four hours a night as well.

TREASURER

Dr. Maricela Schnur is a fellowship-trained practicing chronic pain physician based out of Duluth, MN. She earned her bachelor’s degree from NYU and her medical degree from Weill-Cornell Medical College. After taking care of a sick family member during medical school she realized she needed further training in finance and accounting and obtained her MBA from the Johnson College of Business at Cornell University. After medical school, she traveled to Boston for residency training in anesthesia at the Massachusetts General Hospital. She is a graduate of the chronic pain fellowship program at the Mayo Clinic, Rochester Campus, and practices at a hospital-based practice, St. Luke's Hospital. For the past few years she has been a Dyad Leader at her hospital encompassing the interventional pain, neurosurgery, neurology, PMR and neurosurgery divisions. Her interests include archery where she competes both locally and nationally and she enjoys spending time with her two children and husband.

DIRECTOR AT LARGE

Lisa R. Kroopf, MD, is a Fellowship-Trained Interventional Pain Physician, who has dual board certifications in Pain Medicine and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. She completed her PM&R Residency and Pain Fellowship at Loma Linda University Medical Center, and currently resides in Northern California. Monterey Pain, Spine & Wellness Institute in Northern California, founded by Dr Kroopf, serves as a hub of excellence for interventional pain treatments for a wide variety of conditions ranging from lumbar stenosis to migraine headaches. Dr. Kroopf's dedication to staying at the forefront of medical advancements is evident through her advanced training in neuromodulation and minimally-invasive surgical techniques. She is deeply committed to providing comprehensive, whole-person care to her patients. She employs a multidisciplinary approach and cutting edge skills to offer patients innovative and effective solutions for pain relief. Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Kroopf extends her expertise to promote healthy lifestyle habits through her consultancy with Get Healthy USA. In this role she combines two great passions - medical technology and wellness initiatives. Dr. Kroopf is actively involved in shaping the future of Pain Management. As a compassionate physician educator and mentor, she empowers others with her knowledge and serves as a strong advocate within the medical community. Dr. Kroopf's contributions to the field have led her to become a founding member of two esteemed organizations: the Society of Women Innovators in Pain Management and the Pacific Spine and Pain Society. Despite her professional achievements, Dr. Kroopf also finds time to for her personal endeavors. In her leisure time, she enjoys traveling, maintaining an active fitness routine, snowboarding with her family, and cheering on her kids in a variety of sport’s competitions including club soccer and tennis.

DIRECTOR AT LARGE

Dr. Suzanne Manzi is a highly accomplished expert in Interventional Pain. Born and raised at the Jersey Shore, she quickly demonstrated her exceptional abilities, excelling as a NCAA Division 1 Basketball player for the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC). Her athletic pursuits ignited her passion for healthcare and innovation, propelling her towards an illustrious career in medicine.

After completing her residency at Baylor College of Medicine/ UT Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) Alliance in 2009, Dr. Manzi pursued advanced fellowships, acquiring specialized expertise in Interventional Spine, Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and Pain Management at Michigan State University and Lansing Orthopedics in 2010. These rigorous training experiences have solidified her position as a leading authority in her field.

With unparalleled dedication to her craft, Dr. Manzi has earned the remarkable distinction of being quadruple board-certified by the esteemed American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, American Board of Pain Medicine, American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and American Board of Obesity Medicine, further exemplifying her commitment to comprehensive patient care.

Currently, Dr. Manzi serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the renowned University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School. In June 2016, she established Performance Pain and Sports Medicine, an innovative practice in Houston, Texas. Through this state-of-the-art facility, Dr. Manzi provides a wide array of advanced pain management procedures, regenerative medicine, and wellness and weight loss services, creating a holistic and patient-centric approach to care. Notably, her practice has earned accreditation with exemplary status from the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM).

Dr. Manzi's exceptional contributions to the medical community have earned her numerous accolades, including being voted as "Houston's Top Doctors" by Houstonia magazine for multiple years consecutively since 2016. In 2018, she was also recognized as one of the "Top 3 Pain Management Doctors" in Houston, Texas. These accolades are a testament to her unwavering dedication to optimizing patient function and reducing pain, leveraging her advanced training and diagnostic skills to achieve exceptional outcomes.

Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Manzi remains actively engaged in cutting-edge research projects and plays a pivotal role in educating and collaborating with colleagues to advance the field of pain management. As a consultant for various companies, she imparts her expertise on interventional pain procedures, furthering the knowledge of fellows and physicians nationwide.

Outside of her professional pursuits, Dr. Manzi embraces an enriching personal life. An avid enthusiast of physical activity, she enjoys engaging in weightlifting, SCUBA diving and snorkeling, and snow skiing. Her passion for knowledge extends to her love for reading and exploring diverse cultures through travel, where she visits friends and family worldwide. Additionally, Dr. Manzi cherishes the joys of motherhood, as she and her partner, Glen Fichardt, have two children, Rhys Manzi Fichardt and Louise Marie Fichardt.

Dr. Suzanne Manzi's remarkable achievements as a quadruple board-certified practitioner and her dedication to advancing the field of interventional pain management stand as an inspiration to fellow women innovators in the healthcare industry. Through her unparalleled expertise and compassionate patient care, she continues to transform lives and make a significant impact in pain management and beyond.

DIRECTOR AT LARGE

Kathleen W. Meacham, MD, PhD’s educational background includes a BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology, and MD from Emory University in 2012. She completed her Anesthesiology residency and Pain Management fellowship at Washington University in Saint Louis before joining faculty as an Assistant Professor in 2018. Her research interests include developing new technologies to reduce chronic pain and its impact on quality of life.

DIRECTOR AT LARGE

Dr. Jordan Lee Tate MD, MPH is an Interventional Chronic Pain Medicine specialist who dedicates herself to comprehensive, holistic care for her patients. She specializes in advanced neuromodulation techniques and focuses on rehabilitation with non-surgical procedures to alleviate pain. She graduated from Vanderbilt University with a focused study on Neuroscience and earned her medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine. Dr. Tate obtained a Master’s degree in Health Education from Rollins School of Public Health at the CDC where she dedicated her thesis work to initial research on clinical opioid use, misuse, and diversion. After a residency program in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Emory, she completed her fellowship in Pain Medicine at The Mayo Clinic. As an active clinician, researcher, and busy mom of three, Dr. Tate is also passionate about traveling, education, and wellness. She lives and practices in North Georgia at Southern Pain and Spine, where she serves as Chief Medical Officer and directs several research projects on Spinal Cord Stimulation and runs a subspecialty clinic on Chronic Pelvic Pain. In addition to her board position in WIPM, she also sits on the board of ASPN (American Society of Pain and Neuroscience) and GSIPP (Georgia Society of Interventional Pain Physicians).

DIRECTOR AT LARGE

Dr. Stephanie G. Vanterpool is a Targeted Pain Treatment clinician, researcher and advocate. She is the Director of Comprehensive Pain Services, as well as an Associate Professor of Anesthesiology for the University of Tennessee’s Graduate School of Medicine. She received her MD from Duke University School of Medicine and completed her anesthesiology residency at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, then completed a pain fellowship at Carolina’s Pain Institute/Wake Forest University. She then entered private practice for several years before returning to Duke’s Fuqua School of Business to obtain her MBA. She is a Fellow of the American Society of Anesthesiologists and board-certified in both Anesthesiology and Pain medicine. Dr. Vanterpool serves on the boards of the Tennessee Pain Society, North American Neuromodulation Societies and the Society of Women Innovators in Pain Management. She is recognized as a regional and national leader in pain management education, practice and policy. She is an appointed member to the Tennessee Opioid Abatement Council and a vocal advocate for access to targeted and effective pain management care. She is also a proud native of the British Virgin Islands where she returns regularly to provide specialized pain management services. Her professional passion is to create a paradigm shift in how pain is assessed and treated through awareness, application and advocacy.