Desert Pain Specialists is closing out 2025 with meaningful recognition from the community it serves. Voters in the Best of Iron County contest recently awarded the practice gold for Pain Clinic, an honor that Dr. Ryan Workman, who leads the Cedar City office, described as both humbling and inspirational.
PRP is fundamentally safe, being autologous, and has demonstrated clinical benefits in selected musculoskeletal and dermatologic conditions. Yet, its true value lies in meticulous preparation and delivery. Yet, its true value lies in meticulous preparation and delivery. At Desert Pain Specialists, our combination of board‑certified expertise, sterile processing and imaging guidance reflects our unwavering commitment to safe, effective, patient‑first care.
For Sue Shives, one of Southern Utah’s many active retirees, pain was never going to stand in the way of doing what she loves – especially cycling through the beautiful scenery of Snow Canyon State Park. Shortly before moving to the St. George area from Seattle, Shives began experiencing sciatic pain. She underwent a few treatment sessions and felt fine, hoping the problem was behind her. But when the pain flared up again after relocating, she asked a friend for advice. That conversation led her to Desert Pain Specialists, Southern Utah’s longest-standing pain clinic, and Dr. Court Empey.
A longtime resident of Ivins, Kirker’s physically demanding routine is anything but typical for someone her age. She hikes 2 miles with her dogs every morning, cycles anywhere from 15 to 30 miles daily and goes rock climbing three times a week. But behind her active lifestyle is a decades-long battle against chronic pain that has been supported by the experts at Desert Pain Specialists.
PRP is fundamentally safe, being autologous, and has demonstrated clinical benefits in selected musculoskeletal and dermatologic conditions. Yet, its true value lies in meticulous preparation and delivery. Yet, its true value lies in meticulous preparation and delivery. At Desert Pain Specialists, our combination of board‑certified expertise, sterile processing and imaging guidance reflects our unwavering commitment to safe, effective, patient‑first care.
This Independence Day, as the skies above Southern Utah light up with fireworks and music superstar Brett Young headlines a night of patriotic revelry at the 99.9 KONY Country Fourth of July Celebration, Desert Pain Specialists will be honored to stand alongside the community it proudly serves.
For over 15 years, Desert Pain Specialists has stood as a pillar of support for Southern Utah’s veteran community, offering specialized care to those who have served in the armed forces. At the heart of this mission is Dr. Steven Larsen, an interventional pain management specialist and proud Army veteran. Larsen’s unique perspective, shaped by his experiences both in the military and as a medical professional, drives the clinic’s unwavering dedication to providing exceptional care to VA patients.
Desert Pain Celebrates 15 Years in Mesquite Pain conditions of the joints and spine are among the most common reasons that patients seek medical care through the emergency room and primary care offices. Desert Pain Specialists, led by Dr. Spencer Wells, became the first provider to offer specialized comprehensive spine and pain care in Mesquite, Nevada,…
Desert Pain celebrates 1 year in Richfield; experienced, local provider invests in rural communities Desert Pain Specialists, a pain management clinic bringing innovative solutions to communities throughout Southern Utah and beyond, is celebrating one year of serving patients in Richfield. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at their Main Street office on Tuesday, Dec. 3, commemorating…
Desert Pain Recognized for Excellence in Performing Intracept in Cedar City Desert Pain Specialists in Cedar City has been recognized as a Center of Excellence for the Intracept procedure, a testament to their expertise and advanced capabilities in treating chronic low back pain, particularly through the use of Intracept in Cedar City. This prestigious designation…
Desert Pain Specialists, a cornerstone of health care excellence in Southern Utah, offers compassionate care and expertise tailored to your needs. Whether you’re experiencing acute or chronic pain, Desert Pain is committed to delivering world-class care. They focus on identifying the root cause of pain and providing cutting-edge treatments so you can reclaim your quality of life.
As integral parts of a comprehensive pain management practice, the providers at Desert Pain Specialists treat patients from head to toe – plus every joint in between. And perhaps no one knows that better than the practice’s newest provider, because she also happens to be one of their patients. Michelle “MJ” Johnson, MSN, AGNP-C, AGPCNP-BC, brings a wealth of nursing experience to Desert Pain. She joined the team last November and currently sees patients at the St. George location.
Desert Pain’s Josh Willaims Recognized as 2024 Medical Professional of the Year Josh Williams, a physician assistant-certified with Desert Pain Specialists’ Cedar City team, has been recognized by the Cedar City Area Chamber of Commerce as 2024 Medical Professional of the Year. Williams will receive his award at the 74th annual Best of Cedar City…
Tackling Chronic Pain Desert Pain Specialists, Southern Utah’s most established pain clinic, has long been recognized as a pioneer in interventional pain management. Neurostimulation technology is just another way they’re redefining chronic pain treatment for the community. How Do We Do It? As medical science continues to develop exciting advancements in the treatment of chronic…
Desert Pain Specialists is on a mission to serve rural communities throughout southern and central Utah as they help more and more patients navigate the complexities of pain management.
Dr. Ryan Workman’s Journey to Desert Pain in Cedar City As the only dedicated pain physician living and working in Iron County full-time, Dr. Ryan Workman of Desert Pain Specialists helps patients struggling with chronic and acute pain from head to toe — and every joint in between. Workman was born and raised in the…
Medical science continues to develop exciting advancements in the treatment of chronic pain. At Desert Pain Specialists, Southern Utah’s most established pain clinic, cutting-edge implantable devices like spinal cord stimulators and peripheral nerve stimulators are providing long-term relief for patients with conditions that were previously difficult to manage through neurostimulation technology. “One patient had to…
Desert Pain Specialists is on a mission to serve rural communities throughout southern and central Utah as they help more and more patients navigate the complexities of pain management.
Nick Stucki is a nurse practitioner specializing in pain management. Driven to improve patient quality of life through minimally invasive treatment options, he joined the Desert Pain team six years ago. “What sets us apart is our ability to treat a wide range of conditions related to pain,” he said. “We have multiple modalities, and we explore…
For over 15 years, Desert Pain Specialists has stood as a pillar of support for Southern Utah’s veteran community, offering specialized care to those who have served in the armed forces. At the heart of this mission is Dr. Steven Larsen, an interventional pain management specialist and proud Army veteran. Larsen’s unique perspective, shaped by his experiences both in the military and as a medical professional, drives the clinic’s unwavering dedication to providing exceptional care to VA patients.
For over 15 years, Desert Pain Specialists has stood as a pillar of support for Southern Utah’s veteran community, offering specialized care to those who have served in the armed forces. At the heart of this mission is Dr. Steven Larsen, an interventional pain management specialist and proud Army veteran. Larsen’s unique perspective, shaped by his experiences both in the military and as a medical professional, drives the clinic’s unwavering dedication to providing exceptional care to VA patients.
Desert Pain Specialists, Southern Utah’s largest pain clinic, continues to improve access to specialty care for new and existing patients throughout the region with the announcement of additional locations in St. George and Hildale. As the area’s premier interventional pain management team, Desert Pain practices evidence-based, forward-thinking medicine that integrates the newest available treatments. They address all…
For over 15 years, Desert Pain Specialists has stood as a pillar of support for Southern Utah’s veteran community, offering specialized care to those who have served in the armed forces. At the heart of this mission is Dr. Steven Larsen, an interventional pain management specialist and proud Army veteran. Larsen’s unique perspective, shaped by his experiences both in the military and as a medical professional, drives the clinic’s unwavering dedication to providing exceptional care to VA patients.
For over 15 years, Desert Pain Specialists has stood as a pillar of support for Southern Utah’s veteran community, offering specialized care to those who have served in the armed forces. At the heart of this mission is Dr. Steven Larsen, an interventional pain management specialist and proud Army veteran. Larsen’s unique perspective, shaped by his experiences both in the military and as a medical professional, drives the clinic’s unwavering dedication to providing exceptional care to VA patients.
Desert Pain Specialists stands at the forefront of treating chronic pain in Southern Utah by offering cutting-edge therapies and more one-on-one attention from compassionate, highly skilled physicians and advanced practice providers. As the area’s premier interventional pain management team, Desert Pain practices evidence-based, forward-thinking medicine that integrates the newest available treatments. They address all types of pain…
For over 15 years, Desert Pain Specialists has stood as a pillar of support for Southern Utah’s veteran community, offering specialized care to those who have served in the armed forces. At the heart of this mission is Dr. Steven Larsen, an interventional pain management specialist and proud Army veteran. Larsen’s unique perspective, shaped by his experiences both in the military and as a medical professional, drives the clinic’s unwavering dedication to providing exceptional care to VA patients.
For over 15 years, Desert Pain Specialists has stood as a pillar of support for Southern Utah’s veteran community, offering specialized care to those who have served in the armed forces. At the heart of this mission is Dr. Steven Larsen, an interventional pain management specialist and proud Army veteran. Larsen’s unique perspective, shaped by his experiences both in the military and as a medical professional, drives the clinic’s unwavering dedication to providing exceptional care to VA patients.
In response to the growing population of Southern Utah, Desert Pain Specialists is expanding to Cedar City and adding a new physician to its staff of highly-qualified interventional pain care specialists. The Cedar City office, located at 1760 N. Main St. is set to open May 1, 2017. Dr. Ryan Workman was raised in Salt…
