Meet our Pain Specialists

Dr. Bhave

MD, AQPM

Dr. Bhave is well versed in the newest technologies for spine interventions, as well as joint procedures.

Dr. Bukhalo

MD, AQPM, CIME, FIPP, DABIPP

Dr. Bukhalo is a board-certified anesthesiologist and interventional pain management specialist.

Dr. Kattalai Kailasam

MD, MBA

Dr. Kattalai Kailasam is board certified in general psychiatry, addiction psychiatry and pain medicine.

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4.6
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Pat Skolar profile picturePat Skolar
16:27 20 Nov 25
I suffer from low pain and knee pain, after injections I feel wonderful! Northwest Pain Center is the BEST! The Doctors and staff are professional, knowledgeable and very pleasant.
Response from the owner 18:25 25 Nov 25
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Pat! Weโ€™re thrilled to hear that your injections have brought you relief and that youโ€™re feeling so much better. Our team truly appreciates your kind words about our doctors and staffโ€”weโ€™re committed to providing knowledgeable, compassionate care at every visit. Thank you for trusting Northwest Pain Center!
Jeffery Stapelfeld profile pictureJeffery Stapelfeld
20:17 07 Nov 25
My friend visits there as requested by staff.Excellent care and genuine concern for patients who follows protocol.Outstanding Doctor!
Response from the owner 22:04 10 Nov 25
Thank you, Jeffery, for your kind words! Weโ€™re super glad to hear that your friend received excellent care and felt supported throughout their visit with us. Our team truly appreciate your recognition and are committed to providing outstanding, compassionate care to every patient.
lourdes piccoli profile picturelourdes piccoli
22:30 06 Nov 25
My PRP experience was handled very efficiently, professionally and everyone involved was cordial, competent and empathetic. I didnโ€™t actually feel any positive result for about 4 months. I will recommend NWSP Center to whomever i encounter that is dealing with pain.
Response from the owner 22:01 10 Nov 25
Thank you, Lourdes, for sharing your experience! Weโ€™re so glad to hear that our team made your PRP treatment process efficient, professional and supportive. Itโ€™s great to know that you began feeling positive results over time, and we truly appreciate your trust and recommendation. Weโ€™re here for you whenever you need us!
Kasia Tamulska profile pictureKasia Tamulska
14:53 06 Nov 25
Excellent experience! Highly recommend! I had shoulder pain for 3 years, Iโ€™m a very active person so it made my everyday life difficult. I wanted to avoid surgery so I tried regenerative medicine platelets rich plasma and the results are incredible! I avoided surgery and returned to an active lifestyle. Dr. Bukhalo is outstanding doctor, very caring and compassionate.
If you are considering a shoulder surgery check out the advancements at regenerative medicine at NSPC.
I would recommend this practice to everyone!
Thank you Dr. Bukhalo!
Response from the owner 15:41 16 Aug 22
Hi there Kasia - we value your feedback! We are delighted in hearing that your shoulder pain is no longer without having to go through surgery! We thank you for choosing Northwest Suburban Pain Center and placing your faith in Dr. Bukhalo - one of the best in his field. We hope that you continue with your active lifestyle!Thank you again Kasia for your feedback as it truly aids Northwest Suburban Pain Center in the continuance of providing the highest level of customer service. We hope you have a pain-free future!
Barbara Reardon profile pictureBarbara Reardon
22:32 04 Nov 25
A wonderful experience. Knowledgeable, compassionate, talented staff. Clean premises. Promising results
Helen Popp profile pictureHelen Popp
16:10 02 Sep 25
I have been a patient of Dr. Bukhalo since 2014! He is a great physician. I have seen him for my back and the last time was my neck in 2023. I fell and hit my head and the pain was excruciating but after a visit with Dr Bukhalo I was as good as new. Thank you Dr. Bukhalo.
Response from the owner 17:38 04 Sep 25
Thank you for being a valued patient since 2014 and for sharing your experience Helen! Weโ€™re so glad Dr. Bukhalo was able to help you find relief from both back and neck pain and that youโ€™re feeling well again after your fall. Your trust means so much to us, and weโ€™re grateful to continue being part of your care.
Tricia profile pictureTricia
18:43 29 Aug 25
Dr Bukhalo and his staff are wonderfully pleasant
The atmosphere is very professional and stress free
Dr Bukhalo has helped me to be pain free with injections
His expertise just amazes me
He's a wonderful person and understands pain and the patient personally
Response from the owner 17:39 04 Sep 25
Thank you so much for your thoughtful words Tricia! Weโ€™re delighted to hear that Dr. Bukhaloโ€™s care and expertise have helped you find relief. Our team strives to provide a supportive, stress-free environment and itโ€™s wonderful to know you felt comfortable throughout your visits. We truly appreciate your trust and recommendation.
Tom Southall profile pictureTom Southall
23:39 28 Aug 25
Very impressed, thorough, professional, effective and friendly. They listen and are thorough. Thanks to their insights and treatments my back is pain free for the first time in two years. Highly recommended.
Response from the owner 17:41 04 Sep 25
Thank you so much for your wonderful review Tom! Weโ€™re thrilled to hear that our team was able to help you achieve a pain-free back after two years. Dr. Bukhalo and our staff truly appreciate your kind words and are dedicated to providing thorough, attentive, and effective care. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
Rob S. profile pictureRob S.
22:07 21 Aug 25
I had an outstanding experience with Dr. Yuriy Bukhalo and the entire team at Northwest Suburban Pain Associates. After struggling with persistent back pain that impacted my daily life, I finally found real relief thanks to Dr. Bukhaloโ€™s expert care and compassionate approach.

From my first visit, Dr. Bukhalo took the time to listen to my concerns, thoroughly explain my diagnosis, and lay out a clear treatment plan tailored to my needs. His professionalism and deep knowledge immediately put me at ease. What truly stood out was his commitment to patient careโ€”he made sure I understood each step of the process and was always available to answer questions.

Thanks to his treatment, my back pain has significantly improved, and I feel like Iโ€™ve gotten my quality of life back. The staff at the clinic were also incredibly welcoming, efficient, and kind, making every visit smooth and stress-free.

I highly recommend Dr. Bukhalo to anyone dealing with chronic pain. He is not only an excellent physician but also someone who genuinely cares about his patientsโ€™ well-being.
Response from the owner 17:43 04 Sep 25
Thank you so much for sharing your experience Rob! Weโ€™re thrilled to hear that Dr. Bukhalo and our team could help you find real relief and regain your quality of life. Your kind words about our care, professionalism and patient-focused approach mean a lot to us. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to continuing to support your health and well-being!
Eliza Zacharow profile pictureEliza Zacharow
23:40 20 Aug 25
I highly recommend Dr. Yuriy Bukhalo. He is a great specialist. He helped me and my husband many times. Thank you doctor.
Response from the owner 21:04 21 Aug 25
Thank you so much for your recommendation and kind words Eliza! Weโ€™re honored to have been able to help both you and your husband. Dr. Bukhalo and our team truly appreciate your trust and look forward to continuing to care for you whenever you need us.
martha urban profile picturemartha urban
21:49 28 Sep 22
Dr. Mohammad Ahsan and his entire professional team go above and beyond to provide effective pain management with great compassion, understanding, concern and respect for the individual. With their high level of expertise it has been possible to treat several difficult issues and alleviate my pain. I have been a patient of Dr. Ahsan for a number of years and the positive manner in which he treats his patients demonstrates his commitment and passion for their health and well-being. I am very grateful to have Dr. Ahsan as my physician.
Renata Wasilczyk profile pictureRenata Wasilczyk
00:55 01 Sep 22
Dr. Bukhalo is a wonderful doctor! He is warm, caring, passionate and professional. I was struggling with horrible back and legs pain for months, I couldnโ€™t work and had difficulty with daily activities. I have a big herniated disc on lumbar spine and thanks to him I was able to avoid surgery. I got couple epidural injections and the results are significant! He brought me back to life! I will recommend him to all my friends and family!
Carol Urban profile pictureCarol Urban
14:26 11 Aug 22
I have been going to Dr. Mohammad Ahsan for over 5 years now. I have severe arthritis and had been on heavy painkillers for years. Dr. Ahsan has helped me tremendously by getting me off those heavy pain pills. He explains a procedure while he is doing it and is very gentle. My pain has greatly decreased and I am thankful for him! I would (and have) recommend him to anyone that is dealing with pain.
dixie63 profile picturedixie63
21:20 28 Jul 22
I see Dr. Bhave at the Northwest Pain Center, she is professional, compassionate and listens to your concerns regarding your condition. She spends a generous amount of time with you during your appointment and I never feel rushed. The Office staff are very efficient and kind too. If you're looking for a Pain Management Doctor please consider this Practice and Dr. Bhave.
Kari Ramirez profile pictureKari Ramirez
21:03 26 Jul 22
Dr. Ahsan is fantastic. My 86 year old has been seeing him for awhile now and he is always so great with explaining everything so we understand what is happening and how he can help. He has great bedside manner and has helped my Dad so much with his pain. Very happy to have found such a great Dr.

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How long does a steroid-based injection take to kick in?
A steroid-based injection typically takes at least a week to kick in.
What can I do other than interventional management for pain?
We like to complement injection treatments with physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, neuropathic medications, home exercise regimens, and carefully charted advanced medication management to help you achieve an optimum level of long-term pain control.
What is the next step if an injection does not help?
We see some cases where advanced imaging helps us determine the pain generator and interventional management is performed for a specific target. However, in the event the injection does not provide relief, we revisit the other pain generators and may try a different level of the spine or a different approach entirely. Every patient is unique in their own way and our physicians do not follow a one-treatment-works-for-all strategy.
What else can I do if I personally do not want an injection?
We offer direction towards the finest physical therapists and the most optimal medication management plan for you, but we strongly believe in safeguarding and managing your pain with more than just a band-aid. We recommend exclusive conservative management if all interventional management options have failed for our patient. Conservative pain management options work extremely well when followed after targeted interventions.
What side effects can I expect after an injection?
Non-steroid-based injections rarely ever have any systemic side effects. Steroid-based injections can cause a brief spike in blood glucose levels (for diabetic patients we recommend a close eye and partnership with PCP for 3-5 days post-procedure), a degree of elevation in blood pressure due to pain, and immediately after the procedure. There can be some soreness, bleeding, and pain at the site of the injection after all procedures.