Navigating the Pain to Pain Relief:

The Latest Breakthroughs in Pain Management

You are invited to be our guest for a special collaborative event with the UArizona Arthritis Center and the College of Medicine - Tucson. As a highlight of the College of Medicine's Alumni Reunion Weekend, this lecture welcomes an exclusive group of Arthritis Center supporters and College of Medicine alumni for 'Learn and Lunch'. The presentation will be followed by lunch with College of Medicine leadership, students and alumni.

Kindly register by Friday, September 15, 2023

Friday, September 22, 2023

11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

The University of Arizona

Health Sciences Innovation Building Forum

1670 E. Drachman Street

Tucson, Arizona 85721

About the Lecture:

Join us for an enlightening session with internationally-recognized pain management experts Mohab M. Ibrahim, MD, and Todd W. Vanderah, PhD, as they share the latest research and breakthroughs in this complex field. Explore cutting-edge advances and innovations made at the University of Arizona that offer new hope in the battle against acute and chronic pain.

The Green LED Light Therapy Connection: Dr. Ibrahim's research into the mitigating effects of green LED light exposure on pain has garnered significant national interest. Discover how this spectrum of light may naturally enhance endogenous opioids in the body that inhibit pain and decrease inflammation, offering a fresh perspective on non-pharmaceutical methods to achieve relief.

Dr. Ibrahim will also provide an overview of current, traditional treatments for chronic pain.

Natural Pathways to Pain Management: Dr. Vanderah has dedicated years to the search for innovative analgesics. Learn about how he and his colleagues are finding promise in specific classes of naturally-derived chemical compounds, including cannabinoids. His forward-thinking approach aims at offering potent, sustained pain relief solutions without the risks associated with opioids.

About the Presenters:

Mohab M. Ibrahim, MD, PhD

Professor, Anesthesiology, Pharmacology and Neurosurgery

Program Director, Pain Medicine Fellowship

Director, Banner Pain Management Clinic

Medical Director, Comprehensive Pain and Addiction Center

The University of Arizona

Dr. Ibrahim is a Professor at the University of Arizona in the Departments of Anesthesiology, Pharmacology, and Neurosurgery. He holds the position of Director at the Banner Pain Management Clinic and serves as Program Director for the Pain Management Fellowship at UArizona. He is also the Medical Director of the UArizona's Comprehensive Pain and Addiction Center. His academic background includes a bachelor's degree in biochemistry and a master's and PhD in pharmacology and toxicology, all from the University of Arizona. He earned his medical degree from the UArizona College of Medicine – Tucson, followed by a surgical internship at the UA. He completed his residency in anesthesiology, perioperative and pain medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, in Boston. He followed that with a clinical pain medicine fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School's largest teaching hospital and biomedical research facility.

Dr. Ibrahim has made significant contributions to the field of pain management. His research has been acknowledged in various national and international publications, among them Time Magazine. He is a member of both the American Medical Association and the Society for Neuroscience. His accolades include the NIH RO1 career development award along with other academic recognitions.

In academia and patient care alike, Dr. Ibrahim's dedication shines brightly, leaving an indelible mark on the field of pain management.

Todd W. Vanderah, PhD

Regents Professor,

Pharmacology, Anesthesiology and Neurology

Assistant Vice President, Research and Innovation, UA Global MD Program

Department Head, Pharmacology

Director, Comprehensive Pain and Addiction Center

Co-Director, MD/PhD Dual Degree Program

Member, BIO5 Institute

The University of Arizona

Dr. Vanderah has made significant contributions to the fields of pharmacology and pain research. He began his academic career at the University of Arizona, earning a bachelor of science in molecular and cellular biology and a PhD in pharmacology and toxicology. His interest in neuro-electrophysiology and molecular pharmacology led him to post-doctoral fellowships at both the University of Colorado and the University of Arizona.

Dr. Vanderah has held various professional roles that reflect his expertise. Among his positions, he currently serves as a Regent’s Professor at the University of Arizona and has directorial duties at the Comprehensive Pain and Addiction Center. His dedication to the field has resulted in recognition, such as the Alumnus of the Year award from the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson, and a role on the Pain Research Coordinating Committee of the National Institutes of Health.

Beyond his academic achievements, Dr. Vanderah's dedication to addressing pressing issues like the opioid epidemic and advancing medical education exemplifies his enduring impact on the field.

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The University of Arizona Arthritis Center

Living Healthy With Arthritis Lecture Series

Navigating the Pain to Pain Relief:

T﻿he Latest Breakthroughs in Pain Management

About the Lecture:

About the Presenters:

Mohab M. Ibrahim, MD, PhD

Todd W. Vanderah, PhD

The Latest Breakthroughs in Pain Management

Navigating the Path to Pain Relief