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Neelay S. Thakkar, M.D.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Dr. Neelay Thakkar is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation physician who completed additional fellowship training in Interventional Pain. Dr. Thakkar specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of non-operative spine disorders, interventional spine procedures, and electrodiagnostic medicine. He has special interest in sports medicine, as well as neuromodulation treatment including spinal cord stimulation. Our PM&R physicians work collaboratively with our team of Orthopedic Surgeons to treat patients with disabling conditions using minimally invasive procedures.
Dr. Thakkar received his undergraduate degree from The University of Akron and attended medical school at Northeast Ohio Medical University. He completed his Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation residency, where he served as Clinical Chief Resident, and his fellowship training at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
Dr. Thakkar stays active and enjoys playing golf, basketball and tennis. He lives in Grandview with his wife, Renuka, and their young son.
Dr. Thakkar is a spine care specialist with locations in Westerville, Columbus, and Grove City
Commonly Treated Conditions
- Chronic Low Back Pain
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Degenerative Disc Disease of the Spine
- Facet Joint Syndrome – Facet Joint Arthritis
- Spinal Radiculopathy – Lumbar and Cervical
Commonly Performed Procedures
Clinic Locations
Surgery Locations
Education
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Undergraduate:
University of Akron -
Medical School:
Northeast Ohio Medical University -
Residency :
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center -
Fellowship:
Interventional Pain, The Ohio State University
Titles, Honors & Awards
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Awards
Castle Connolly Top Doctors - Clinical Chief Resident 2017-2018
Associations
- Ohio State Medical Association (OSMA)
Research & Teaching
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Clinical Educator
St. Ann's Family Practice, Ohio University DO School, Mount Carmel College of Nursing -
Research
Presenter at top associations including the American Academy of Pediatrics
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I see an orthopedic specialist?
Consider seeing an orthopedic specialist when pain persists, limits your movement or interferes with daily activities. A specialist can identify the cause and discuss surgical and nonsurgical treatment options. Traumatic bone or joint injuries caused by an accident or fall may require immediate orthopedic trauma and fracture care.
What is the difference between an orthopedic surgeon and a sports medicine physician?
An orthopedic surgeon treats conditions affecting the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments and tendons and can perform surgery when necessary. Sports medicine focuses on preventing and rehabilitating activity-related injuries.
Orthopedic ONE’s sports medicine program includes primary care sports medicine physicians, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons, athletic trainers and physical therapists. The right provider depends on the condition and whether surgical expertise may be needed.
Can physical therapy help me avoid surgery?
Yes. Physical therapy is often a first-line treatment for musculoskeletal pain and injuries. A treatment plan may include therapeutic exercise, manual treatment, pain-relief techniques, activity changes and injury-prevention education.
For some patients with osteoarthritis, physical therapy and other conservative treatments may help delay or avoid joint-replacement surgery. Learn more about Orthopedic ONE’s approach to joint preservation.