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“Facing an unwanted fusion of my lower back, I searched the Internet for options and found a CBS program featuring Dr. DePalma’s approach to spinal intervention. My first contact with Dr. DePalma generated a great deal of trust in him and his science. After viewing my records, he explained my condition as well as my options in layman’s language. In the words of a colleague, he is “wickedly smart.” Although I bombarded him with questions, he patiently responded to each describing what he could do and not do. Convince I was in the best medical hands I could find, I decided to make the 920 mile round trip drive to Richmond for treatment. After each treatment He followed up with a phone call to assess my condition. His staff was most courteous and helpful. I heartily recommend Dr. DePalma’s diagnostic and treatment process. L.J., PHD“- Patient since 2012

“Thank you very much for giving me a new life. You and your staff have made me a whole person again. Your services were professional and done in a timely manner. The stimulator that was surgically implanted is awesome and from that I now have mostly drug free life. Thanks again!“- Patient since 2012

“I had seen eight different doctors during the last couple years. None of which were able to help me with the severe headaches I had been having. I had tried just about every medication there is, with no success. I traveled from Florida to Virginia to see Dr. DePalma. With in two visits, (the first one being a consultation), Dr. DePalma was able to diagnose and cure my headaches. After being out of work for two years, I was finally able to return! Thank you Dr. DePalma and all the staff at Virginia iSpine Physicians!!  Sincerely,  G.G.”- Patient since 2012

“I have had severe back pain for over 10 years. These past 2 years have been worse. I had to rely on a cane, scooter, walker and finally a wheel chair to get around. I was hospitalized for a week because the pain became unbearable. My pain doctor suggested Dr. DePalma. I saw him in February and had the tests that proved I was a candidate for the injections. The 2 injections were in February and March. Dr. DePalma and his staff are patient-oriented and well-trained. His procedure was so much better than the three back fusions I had. Virginia iSpine Physicians has helped me to become a more active member of society and to hopefully return to activities done in the past.” -Patient since 2013

“My lower back pain was keeping me from my normal activities.  My primary care doctor suggested I visit Dr. DePalma, who took care of the problem in two sessions of shots.  Now I look forward to walking my dog every day and have even lost weight.  I recommend Dr. Depalma and Virginia iSpine Physicians to anyone with back pain.” -Patient since 2011

“I have had this lower back pain for 14 years and now I feel great. Nice and slow, but great. Thank You, Dr. DePalma.” – Patient since 2011

“I was a patient of Dr. DePalma’s during the year of 2011. When I started with Dr. DePalma, my head, neck, and shoulders were in constant pain. I also had sharp pains in other areas of my neck, shoulders, and the lower part of my skull. I also had pressure in my head around the top, sides, and at the base of skull.

“I am so Blessed by God to have been under his care. He and his staff had a lot of patience with me. With his knowledge and wisdom he had the ability to understand my pain. He took me through nerve ablation procedures and steroid injections.I can say that through these procedures, I now have no more pain, sharp pain, or pressure in my head. His care has helped me to have a much better quality of life, and I am so thankful for that. Thank you so much for your care.” -Patient since 2011

“I was recommended by another ortho doctor. I was in this ortho’s office with my husband and was complaining about my back. My husband’s doctor handed me a note and said go see this doctor and you will not have that pain. The doctor’s name on this note was Dr. DePalma. He has helped me so much. I would highly recommend him to others with back problems. He is very caring and kind. I feel blessed to be his patient.” — Patient since 2010

“Years after having a lumbar fusion, I developed chronic back pain that greatly affected my daily activities. My orthopedic surgeon referred me to Dr. DePalma saying, “He’s the doctor for you”. He was right. Dr. DePalma performed procedures that have been so successful that I am about to begin playing tennis again, a goal that seemed impossible a short time ago.” —Patient since 2011

“Dr. DePalma first treated my facet joint osteoartheritis in 2008. I had been suffering from lower back pain for many years. After diagnosing my condition, Dr. DePalma used radiofrequency ablation to heat up a small area of the nerve that sensed my back pain. This procedure decreased the pain signals to my brain. The stiffness and discomfort in my lower back were much reduced. The entire diagnosis and treatment were done on an outpatient basis and the procedures were practically pain free. Relief was immediate and I was able to return to work the next day. I highly recommend Dr. DePalma for spinal pain management.” —Patient since 2008

“I have been very fortunate to have Dr. DePalma as my physician. Living with chronic neck and back pain used to be very difficult. However, under Dr. DePalma’s care and pain managment plan I have been able to increase my level of function at work and at home. It has been my experience that Dr. DePalma is a highly skilled physician that spends time with his patients, promptly returns phone calls, and is very thoughtful and compassionate.” —Patient since 2011

“Congratulations Dr. DePalma. I wish you all the success with your new practice. I commend you on a job well done with your work and my acheivement with getting back to a normal life with my health. Without your help I don’t think I would be where I am today with my health. May god continue to bless you with your TALENT and your PRACTICE. As long as you are around I will continue to be a patient of yours. Again, CONGRATULATIONS!!” —Patient since 2011