Is a Medial Branch Block Safe for Treating Spinal Arthritis

2025-03-25T07:23:43-04:00March 25th, 2025|Categories: Awards, Blog, Conditions, Pain Management|

Living with spinal arthritis can significantly impact daily life, causing persistent pain, stiffness, and limited mobility. For individuals seeking relief from these symptoms, treatments like the medial branch block in Richmond, VA offer hope for effectively managing pain and restoring quality of life. A medial branch block is a minimally invasive procedure aimed primarily at [...]

Reducing Surgical Pain with Peripheral Nerve Blocks

2025-02-23T10:13:54-05:00February 24th, 2025|Categories: Awards, Blog, Conditions, Pain Management|

Surgery can be daunting, and pain management is a top concern for patients and doctors alike. Traditional pain relief methods often rely on opioids, which come with risks such as drowsiness, nausea, and dependence. A more targeted and effective option is peripheral nerve blocks in Richmond, VA. These advanced pain relief techniques help control discomfort [...]

Celebrating Dr. Stephen P. Long, MD: A Castle Connolly Top Doctor for More than 10 Years

2024-11-25T04:00:27-05:00November 25th, 2024|Categories: Awards, Blog|

When it comes to selecting a physician, patients often seek the reassurance of expertise, compassion, and a proven track record. Dr. Stephen P. Long, MD, has consistently demonstrated these qualities, earning him the prestigious title of a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for more than 10 consecutive years. This achievement reflects not only his dedication to [...]

Dr. Barsanti Honored With Best Bedside Manner Recognition!

2022-07-25T12:58:40-04:00November 14th, 2018|Categories: Awards, Blog|Tags: , |

Please join us in congratulating Dr. John Barsanti for being honored with an Honorable Mention for  “Best Bedside Manner” from OurHealth Richmond Magazine! For the past 6 years. OurHealth Richmond has polled the public for local medical providers that have the best bedside manner, and Commonwealth Spine and Pain has been recognized in the Pain [...]

Richmond Magazine recognizes Drs. Barsanti and Long as “Top Docs”

2022-07-25T12:59:18-04:00May 17th, 2017|Categories: Awards, Blog|Tags: , |

Once again, Richmond Magazine has published their list of Top Docs in Richmond, and our own Dr. John Barsanti and Dr. Stephen Long have made the list.  Both Drs. Barsanti and Long have been recognized yearly, since 2000, as a "Top Doc" in the Pain Management speciality. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Barsanti and  Dr. [...]

Dr. Stephen P. Long Wins Two Prestigious Awards

2022-07-25T12:59:46-04:00February 2nd, 2017|Categories: Awards, Blog|Tags: |

Commonwealth Spine & Pain Specialists is delighted to announce Dr. Long’s two recent awards for best bedside manner. Dr. Long, who is board-certified in both Anesthesiology and Pain Management, won the publication Our Health Richmond’s award for “Best Pain Management Bedside Manner” in its December 2016 issue. Dr. Long is also very honored to have [...]

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