Minimally Invasive
Leveraging the latest interventional procedures to target pain at its source while minimizing recovery time and systemic side effects.
Board-Certified Interventional Pain Specialist
Expert Pain Management.
Compassionate Care.
Redefining Relief.
Dr. Bhadresh L. Bhakta brings decades of fellowship-trained expertise to Tulsa, delivering precision interventional treatments — where every patient is heard and never rushed.
25+
Years Practicing in Tulsa
100%
Relationship Focused
10,000+
Procedures Completed
Our Approach
Holistic Interventional Medicine
We believe that true healing happens at the intersection of advanced interventional medicine and a deep, holistic understanding of the individual. Our approach identifies the root cause and crafts a treatment plan as unique as the patient themselves.
Truly Personalized Care
Having treated tens of thousands of patients, Dr. Bhakta understands that every person leads a complex life — and no two pain journeys are the same. That depth of experience allows him to craft individualized treatment plans rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.
Meet Your Physician
Bhadresh L. Bhakta, M.D.
Expert Clinical Care
Dr. Bhakta earned his Bachelor's of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Memphis before pursuing medicine at East Tennessee State University, where he received his M.D. He completed his residency in Anesthesiology and Pain at the University of Tennessee in Memphis, followed by a Pain Management Fellowship at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. Board Certified for decades, he has maintained a commitment to continuing medical education throughout his career, staying at the forefront of interventional pain techniques for over 30 years.
After moving to Tulsa in 2000, Dr. Bhakta has championed a multidisciplinary approach, realizing that successful pain management requires not only treatments and medications but patient education and lifestyle modification. His commitment to advancing pain medicine extends beyond clinical practice — he formerly served as an Associate Professor at the University of Oklahoma School of Medicine, where he trained residents in interventional pain management. He also played a pivotal role in helping establish the St. Francis Health System Pain Department, contributing to the development of comprehensive pain care infrastructure in Tulsa.
As an independent practitioner, he ensures total autonomy in catering treatment plans to each unique patient, avoiding the "cookie-cutter" approach. In an era of high-volume centers, he maintains a philosophy where every patient is heard and never rushed. Whether dealing with spinal issues, nerve pain, or chronic musculoskeletal conditions, the goal remains constant: reducing pain and getting patients back to living life to its fullest.
Board Certified
Board Certified for decades — bringing years of specialized expertise to every patient encounter
Undergraduate
B.S. in Electrical Engineering & Pre-Medicine — University of Memphis
Medical Degree
M.D. — East Tennessee State University
Residency
Anesthesiology & Pain — University of Tennessee, Memphis
Fellowship
Pain Management — Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
Continuing Education
Over 3 decades of continuing medical education — staying current with the latest interventional techniques
Former Associate Professor
Formerly taught and trained residents at the University of Oklahoma School of Medicine in interventional pain management
Hospital Department Founder
Played a pivotal role in helping establish the St. Francis Health System Pain Department
Clinical Focus
Minimally Invasive Specialist — spinal issues, nerve pain, chronic musculoskeletal conditions
Interventional Procedures
Advanced Treatments
Precision-guided, minimally invasive procedures designed to target pain at its source.
Epidural Steroid Injections
Relieve inflammation and spinal pain with precision-guided injections. Often used for sciatica, herniated discs, and spinal stenosis.
Fluoroscopy-Guided AccuracyFacet Joint Injections
Direct relief for arthritis of the neck and back. Targets the small joints between the vertebrae to reduce swelling and improve mobility.
Restoring Natural MotionPlatelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
Harness the body's innate healing potential. Concentrates your own platelets to accelerate tissue repair in damaged joints and tendons.
Minimal DowntimeChemical Neurolysis
Long-term interruption of pain pathways using neurolytic agents. Highly effective for persistent localized pain where other blocks provide only temporary relief.
Extended Pain ReliefTrigger Point Injections
Specialized care for major joints, bursa, sacroiliac, and intercostal joints. Targets knots in muscle tissue that cause localized or referred pain.
Comprehensive Joint SupportBotox for Pain Management
A powerful tool for treating chronic migraines, muscle spasms, and certain neuropathic pain conditions by relaxing overactive nerves.
Migraine & Spasm SpecialistArtificial Joint Lubrication
Viscosupplementation therapy to restore natural lubrication in arthritic joints. Reduces friction and pain while improving joint function.
Restoring Joint FluidityPeripheral Nerve Stimulation
Targeted pain relief without invasive surgery using tiny electrodes placed near specific nerves to modulate pain signals.
Minimally Invasive & TargetedRadio Frequency Ablation
A sophisticated thermal energy technique that disrupts nerve signals, providing long-lasting relief for chronic spinal arthritis.
Long-Lasting ReliefConditions We Treat
Comprehensive Pain Relief
From acute injury to chronic conditions, we address a wide range of spinal and musculoskeletal pain.
Back Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Facet Joint Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Radiculopathy
Osteoarthritis
Sacroiliac Joint Pain
Sciatica
Scoliosis
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Neck Pain
Arthritis
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spondylosis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Facet Joint Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Spinal Stenosis
Whiplash
Limb Pain
Shoulder Pain
Elbow Pain
Wrist & Hand Pain
Hip Pain
Knee Pain
Ankle & Foot Pain
Joint Arthritis
Sprains & Strains
Tendinitis
Bursitis
Our Philosophy
Pain Medication & Management Approach
While pain medication can be a component of treatment for certain clinical indications, our practice focuses on a multi-disciplinary approach aimed at reducing dependency through advanced interventional procedures. Dr. Bhakta follows strict clinical guidelines for medication management to ensure patient safety and long-term well-being. Our goal is to address the root cause of pain rather than simply masking symptoms, utilizing medications as one part of a broader, safer recovery strategy.
Patient Experience
Heard. Never Rushed.
Dr. Bhakta actually listened. After years of being told to just 'live with it,' he found a procedure that gave me my mobility back. I can finally play with my grandkids again.
Compassionate, precise, and highly professional. The staff makes you feel like family from the moment you walk in.
Patient Resources
Resources & Referrals
Membership
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Office Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
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Find Our Clinic
Address
8556 E 101st St, Ste A
Tulsa, OK 74133
Hours
Mon – Fri: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Sat – Sun: Closed