August Frank
MD
I know that navigating a new diagnosis or persistent pain can feel overwhelming—especially without a medical background—which is why I take the time to explain things clearly and listen closely to what matters most to each patient. My approach centers on safe, evidence-based care tailored to your specific needs and goals. Above all, I'm driven by one simple mission: helping you get back to living your life without limitations.
Education
- BLA, University of Missouri–Kansas City – Kansas City, MO
- MD, University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Medicine – Kansas City, MO
Residency
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital – Chicago, IL
Fellowship
- Interventional Spine & Musculoskeletal Medicine, Desert Spine & Sports Physicians – Phoenix, AZ
Board Certifications
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Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation*** (pending 2026)
Memberships
- American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM&R)
- American Medical Society of Sports Medicine (AMSSM)
- North American Spine Society (NASS)
- International Pain and Spine Intervention Society (IPSIS)
Research/Publications:
- Frank AJ, Verma A. Lateral Elbow Pain in a Pitcher: A Case Report. Accepted for presentation at the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM) Annual Meeting, 2025.
- Frank AJ, Wirawan C, Lee R. Inpatient Rehabilitation of a Patient with Spinal Cord Injury Secondary to Hemorrhage of Arterio-Venous Malformation (AVM): A Case Report. Accepted for presentation at the AAPM&R Annual Assembly, 2025.