Pavan Tankha, DO
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.636.5860
- Desk:
- 216.445.0517
- Fax:
- 216.445.7000
Treatment & Services
- Celiac Plexus Block
- Cervical Epidural Injections
- Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar Radiofrequency Ablation
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Interventional Spine Procedures
- Ketamine Infusions
- Lumbar Epidural Injections
- Lumbar Sympathetic Block
- Medial Branch Blocks
- Pain Rehabilitation
- Piriformis Injections
- Radiofrequency Ablation
- Sacroiliac Joint Injections
- Spinal Cord Stimulation
- Spinal Injections
- Stellate Ganglion Block
- Thoracic Epidural Injections
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Abdominal Pain
- Arachnoiditis
- Cervical Degenerative Disc Disease
- Cervical Spine Disorders
- Chronic Back Pain
- Chronic Myofascial Pain (CMP)
- Chronic Neuropathic Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
- Degenerative Spine Disease
- Facet Arthropathy
- Fibromyalgia
- Herniated Disc
- Knee Pain
- Leg Pain
- Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lumbar Spine Disorders
- Musculoskeletal Pain
- Myofascial Pain Syndrome
- Neck Pain
- Neuropathy - Diabetic
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
- Radiculopathy
- Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
- Sacroiliitis
- Sciatica
- Thoracic Spine Disorders
- Whiplash
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View All PlansAbout Pavan Tankha, DO
Pavan Tankha, D.O. is a graduate of The University of Medicine and Dentistry School of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency in Anesthesiology at Cleveland Clinic where he served as Chief Resident. He also completed a fellowship in Pain Medicine at Cleveland Clinic where he served as Chief Fellow.
Dr. Tankha has been practicing Pain Management since 2013. For 5 years he served as Chief of Pain Management at the Connecticut VA Healthcare System and an Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology at Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Tankha’s practice specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic pain. He uses a multimodal approach to pain utilizing the biopsychosocial model to increase function, and works with appropriate specialists to deliver the most appropriate care possible. He has published case reports, book chapters, and studies to help further advance the specialty of pain management. He is dual board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine.
Dr. Tankha is the Medical Director of Comprehensive Pain Recovery within the Neurological Institute. He offers interventional pain procedures and ketamine infusions for patients suffering from chronic pain. His role within the center is to focus on expanding intensive psychological treatments in order for patients to regain function.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2020
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Pain Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
2013
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Anesthesiology
Cleveland,
OH USA
2012
Medical Education - UMDNJ - School of Osteopathic Medicine
Osteopathic Medicine
Stratford,
2008
Graduate School - Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia,
PA USA
2003
Undergraduate - University of the Sciences in Philadelphia
Pharmacology/Toxicology
Philadelphia,
PA USA
2001
Certifications
- Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine
- Anesthesiology
Research & Publications
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208 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
42 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Mar 22, 2024
The doctor took the time to explain the procedure as well as to tell me I could set up a virtual appointment with him so as not to have to travel so far.
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2024
Dr Tanka is very good. You have answers and a plan and he makes sure you understand. Rare to find.
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2024
Dr Tanka's concern, knowledge and ever-present precience makes him a giant of the great corps of Cleveland Clinic doctors
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2024
Awesome doctors they listen to your problems and give feedback. They explain things that are very easy to understand. Only problem is the wait time for appointment.
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2024
Dr shows true general concern about my well being. This a rare quality found in drs now a days.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2024
Dr. Tankha is wonderful!
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2024
Dr. Butt along with my wife and I discussed a plan and it's so good to have a plan. Dr. Butt is to the point and I like that a lot, I don't have enough doctors that are like that. He laid out the risks, the benefits and the steps to get through the process in an orderly fashion. I do like "orderly."
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2024
I was able to explain my issues with my last treatment, and my doctor listened, explained, and is going to make some adjustments for my next treatment.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2024
Dr. Tankha is committed to pursuing all avenues to achieve relief for my pain. He is genuinely concerned about my condition and thoroughly explained the reason for the treatment that he is recommending. I feel very fortunate to have him in my corner.
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2023
Dr. Tankha is a phenomenal physician. He is very approachable and has a great bedside manner. He answers all of my questions and takes time to explain things to me. He is very knowledgeable and thorough and the clinic is incredibly lucky to have him!
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2023
The wait time was unacceptable. I was asked to arrive at 7:30. I didn't see the doctor until almost 9. I didn't leave the office until after 9:30.
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2023
I've never had such a great experience with a care team! Dr Tanha and his team are outstanding!
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2023
This is literally the best most caring doctor I've ever had
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2023
Dr. Tankha is an outstanding doctor. S great asset to the Cleveland clinic.
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2023
I love Dr. Tankha & I am so grateful to be under his care!! However, I often have to wait a long time to get an appointment with him.
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2023
The Dr. Was very attentive & caring & I believe that he is truly trying to help me.
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2023
He is the best dr I've ever had. He is kind and prompt and I feel safe in his care. He treats me like I'm a human being which doesn't happen a lot with drs.
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2023
Really personable doctor that took his time with me and explained all my options.
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2023
The video visit was East and Dr. Tankha is a top notch, great doc!
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2023
Wonderful, Kind Physician!!!!!!!
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2023
Dr. Tankha listened and answered ALL of my questions. He is an AMAZING Doctor. I was Very BLESSED to be seen by him. I Highly recommend him to ever one. Very CAREING and SMART man.
Reviewed on Sep 5, 2023
I had one Doctor on cell AND one on video conference at same time!! Great job
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2023
Dr. Tankha always makes me feel heard and takes time to explain to me any changes in medicines. I appreciate our conversations
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
Provider very kind and gentle. Explained proposed treatments very nicely.
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2023
It has been very easy to contact my doctor.
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2023
You need another category for Dr Tankha, like Extremely Good! He engenders trust, competence and compassion. He's direct but emphatic and has recommended a plan that I'm confident will work. And he saw me when he didn't have to.
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2023
While this encounter was exceptional, all my physicians and especially NPS, over 20 years, have been excellent
Reviewed on Jul 18, 2023
Dr Tankha is a wonderful doctor, explanations are with care & thought.
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2023
Really appreciated how the Dr listened and conversed with us.
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2023
Despite scheduling difficulties encountered, Dr Tankha is the consummate care provider. The absolute best.
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2023
It was a pleasure meeting Dr. Tankha for the first time. He was patient in answering my questions and explaining options for pain management. I also received a prompt response to a question I had a couple weeks later via My chart. Great first impression.
Reviewed on Jul 12, 2023
Dr Tankha read a document that I dropped off the day before describing the history of my condition. He also took the time to speak with my longtime provider, Joanne Schneider, about me. He was clear , direct and compassionate, and I left knowing that his team was going to get to the bottom of my severe pain condition. My anxiety level was enormously high before I saw him and it plummeted that night to a reasonable level. I'm so grateful to him.
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2023
Doctor Tankha explained many things to me about my condition and was very kind and he listened when I spoke to him. I've been doctoring at pain clinics in four different states for almost 30 years and no one has been able to help me yet, but I believe that Doctor Tankha has the answers I have been looking for.
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2023
Great service and a great Doctor
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2023
Dr. Tankha was very patient and respectful. I didn't feel rushed during my visit and he answered all of my questions and concerns.
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2023
This doctor is outstanding! He shows empathy, listened to all my concerns and changed my meds a bit which I am sure will help, he is so knowledgeable, kind, and all the other good traits imaginable for a great doctor. I am so lucky to have him helping me in this journey.
Reviewed on May 18, 2023
Wonderful health care workers tell hos boss he's doing a great job
Reviewed on May 8, 2023
Dr. Tankha was a very good listener. He gave me all the time I needed, was very professional and knowledgeable. After evaluating my spinal problems, he has referred me to additional programs that might help to reduce my pain. I was very satisfied.
Reviewed on May 8, 2023
I am planning to seek further help as recommended by Dr. Tankha. The care I have received so far has been very impressive.
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2023
This was my first time seeing the provider and I had a very positive experience with accessing his office and staff
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2023
I found Dr. Tankha to be very kind, attentive to my condition and concerns, very professional and very knowledgeable. He explain my condition very well and provided options that can be considered together. I am so glad that I found Dr. Tankha and am very happy with his care and the options that he suggested. I feel that I will do very well under his care.
Reviewed on Apr 18, 2023
Dr Tankha is a very caring doctor. He takes time to listen to your concerns and helps you work through them for the best outcome.