Paul Pannozzo, MD

Paul Pannozzo, MD

Physiatrists are uniquely trained in both the musculoskeletal and neurologic systems, and I apply this expertise to develop personalized treatment plans for my patients. I believe that no treatment can be truly effective without first identifying the root cause of the condition. My goal is to uncover these underlying factors while offering a comprehensive range of therapeutic options to support each patient’s success.

Education

  • MD, Northeast Ohio Medical University – Rootstown, Ohio
  • BS, Kent State University – Kent, Ohio

Residency

  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, The Ohio State University Medical Center – Columbus, Ohio

Fellowship

  • Spine and Sports Medicine, Physiatrist Associates – Youngstown, Ohio 

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Subspecialty Certification in Pain Medicine

Memberships

  • American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
  • American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians
  • International Pain and Spine Intervention Society

Publications

  • Pannozzo, A.N., & Pannozzo, P.A. (2004). Arthritis and Other Pain Syndromes: What the Others Are Missing. Bloomington, IN: AuthorHouse. 
  • Pannozzo, P. (2001). A New Approach to Lumbosacral List: Biomechanical Considerations. Biomechanics.
  • Pannozzo, P., et al. (2025, May 16). Prospective Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial on Safety and Procedural Competence in Sacroiliac Joint Fusion by Interventional Pain Physicians. Spine, S1529-9430.

Activities

  • Clinical Assistant Professor, Midwestern University
  • Clinical Investigator, Abstral for Cancer Pain Study, 2015
  • Clinical Investigator, Mesoblast Study for Chronic Lower Back Pain, 2025

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Paul Pannozzo to the Desert Spine and Sports Physicians team, and to announce our newest location in North Phoenix (formerly Summa Pain Care). Click here to learn more about Dr. Pannozzo and Desert Spine and Sports North Phoenix.