BRADENTON PAIN & WELLNESS CENTER
We have been the experts of pain management in southwest and central Florida for the past 25 years. Dr. Ycaza and the staff at the Bradenton Pain and Wellness Center are committed to providing medical care and hope to all patients seeking pain alleviation. Chronic pain is a complex condition of multiple causes that disrupts all spheres of life. Our team is dedicated to chronic pain management in a safe and ethical manner. An individual evaluation will bring invasive or non-invasive treatments in order to provide pain relief. By creating a professional and empathetic environment we will assist patients in recovering physically and emotionally when affected by pain.
COMMONLY TREATED PAIN CONDITIONS
Whether you are suffering from Back Pain, Cancer Pain, Neck Pain, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Degenerative Disc, Headache, Osteoarthiritis, Rheaumatoid Arthritis, Sciatica, Headaches or another pain management issue, The Bradenton Pain & Wellness Center is here to help.
MEET OUR PAIN SPECIALISTS
ROBERT YCAZA, M.D.
Anesthesiologist & Pain Specialist
Dr. Robert Ycaza is a Board Certified Anesthesiologist and Interventional Pain Management Specialist. He began his training at St. Joseph’s Mercy Hospital in Pontiac, MI where he completed his surgical internship and then later completed his Anesthesiology residency at the renowned Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN.
He has expertise in all the areas of chronic pain; ranging from medication to interventional management. His continual education in the latest state of the art techniques enables him to offer cutting-edge treatments and procedures.
JOHN AYRES, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. John Ayres is a board certified Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement. His passion is helping people get back to the things in life that they enjoy most without hip or knee pain.
With over 20 years practicing orthopedic medicine, Dr. Ayres has experience in robotic-assisted surgery, minimally invasive surgery (MIS), partial knee resurfacing (unicompartmental knee replacement), and anterior approach for total hip replacement as well as biological alternatives to artificial joint replacement like viscosupplementation, microfracture/abrasion arthroplasty and OATS® Technique (osteoarticular transfer surgery).
BRANDI BASEY, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Family Nurse Practitioner
Brandi J. Basey, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, is a central Florida native. She attended college at Chamberlain University where she earned her Masters of Science in Nursing to become a Family Nurse Practitioner. Previously, she worked as a registered nurse locally in both Desoto and Hardee counties in the hospital settings including Medical-Surgical, Pediatrics, Oncology, Hospice, and Post-Orthopedic Surgery Rehabilitation units. After obtaining her nursing license as a Family Nurse Practitioner, she has worked in Family Practice providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages within her community. Now, she enjoys being in the pain management environment treating patients with chronic pain.
Brandi has a passion for caring for others, while working to improve their overall health and wellness and has a particular interest in improving her patient’s quality of life through treating the whole person physically, mentally and emotionally. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, fishing, water sports, running, kickboxing, and spending time with her family.
MATTHEW MEEHAN, APRN
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Matthew Meehan is a board-certified family nurse practitioner who has been in the health care field for 20 years. Ten of those years have been as a registered nurse. In 2018, he graduated from Walden University at the top of his class earning several different honor society invitations and a full-tuition nursing excellence scholarship where he received a Master of Science degree specializing in family medicine.
Matthew Meehan has advanced training and is extremely well versed in regenerative medicine and ultrasound-guided joint injections. He has traveled across the country to receive the best and most intensive training from the top experts in the regenerative medicine industry. He routinely combines stem cell treatments with orthobiologic therapies such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP). Combining stem cells with concentrated PRP result in a powerful treatment for osteoarthritis, sports injuries, work injuries, and auto accident injuries that are minimally invasive and cost-effective, helping patients avoid surgeries, opioids, and addiction.
Matthew Meehan is married with one son and resides in Palmetto, FL.
VISIT OUR PAIN & WELLNESS CENTER
When you visit us, we’ll quickly welcome you as a new member of our family! Our staff will work to significantly reduce the pain and distress that you may be facing, allowing you to return to doing what you love. Visit us, we can help!
WHAT OUR PATIENTS ARE SAYING
” They are the best kind caring and very personal and take time to listen and help in the most helpful way as possible. “
” Wonderful doctor and staff. I liked the fact that he did the basic procedures in his office. If you have your medical marijuana card he can prescribe for you or if you need a marijuana card he can do that also… “
OUR PAIN MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES AND TREATMENTS
Life is too short to live in pain and miss out on the things you love most. At Bradenton Pain & Wellness, you will receive the most up-to-date pain and orthopedic information and treatment options to help you get back to an active and fulfilling life.
COMMONLY ACCEPTED INSURANCE PROVIDERS
WHY WE ARE DIFFERENT
LATEST TECHNOLOGIES AND ADVANCED EQUIPMENT
Dr. Ycaza, Dr. Ayres and Dr. Rickert are firmly committed to providing our patients with the best and most advanced technology. Not only are our doctors able to practice at the highest level of their profession, but our patients are deserving of the best.
INNOVATIVE PROCEDURES & INNOVATIVE CARE
Innovative procedures are paired with innovative care. Our innovative techniques help lead to less pain, a significantly faster recovery and improved activities of daily and quality of life.
NON-MEDICATION BASED PAIN MANAGEMENT
These methods utilize ways to better manage and reduce pain by physical therapy (through different modalities) as well as to improve your mind set through techniques like bio-feedback and behavioral therapy.
EFFICIENT SCHEDULING FOR MORE TIME WITH YOUR DOCTOR
The patient’s health and well-being are the primary focus for an independent physician and scheduling issues should not be the cause of added stress!
REQUEST A CONSULTATION
All consultations are with Dr. Ycaza, Dr. Rickert, or Dr. Ayres only. If you would like to schedule a consultation please call our office at (941) 803-8395 or complete our online Request a Consultation form . After one of our doctors reviews the information you submit, a member of our staff will reach out to you, usually, within one business day.