Synergex Med is proud to expand its presence in Northern California with the opening of Merrit Surgery Center in Oakland, a dedicated facility designed to deliver advanced Interventional Pain Management with precision, accessibility, and patient-first care. Patients will no longer need to wait months or travel long distances to receive the procedures essential for pain relief and functional restoration.
Let’s explore the topics for our blog…
- Why Expanded Access to Interventional Pain Management Matters
- What Patients Can Expect at Merrit Surgery Center
- Bringing Advanced Pain Care Closer to Home
Led by trusted physicians Dr. Roy Kim, Dr. Paul Hughes, and Dr. Andrew Vargas, this new center represents a major step in bringing high-quality, outcome-focused care closer to the communities that need it most.
Why Expanded Access to Interventional Pain Management Matters
Reducing Treatment Delays
Across the region, patients often face two common barriers:
• Long wait times for interventional procedures
• Significant travel to find available specialists
These delays can slow recovery, worsen discomfort, and limit daily function. Merrit Surgery Center was created to resolve this gap providing timely, localized access to procedures that make a direct impact on pain and mobility.
Supporting Meaningful Recovery
Interventional Pain Management plays a crucial role in reducing inflammation, calming irritated nerves, restoring movement, and helping patients return to work, life, and physical activity. With a dedicated center in Oakland, patients gain access to care that is targeted, evidence-based, and focused on long-term improvement.
What Patients Can Expect at Merrit Surgery Center
A Comprehensive Range of Interventional Procedures
The center offers a robust menu of treatments designed to address spine-related, joint-related, and extremity-related pain conditions, including:
- Facet Joint Injections
- Medial Branch Blocks
- Epidural Steroid Injections
- PRP or Steroid Injections
- Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Injections
Each procedure is performed under local anesthesia with a focus on comfort, safety, and precision.
Experienced Physicians Leading Every Step
Merrit Surgery Center is guided by three highly experienced physicians known for their expertise in Interventional Pain Management:
- Dr. Roy Kim.
- Dr. Paul Hughes.
- Dr. Andrew Vargas.
Their clinical approach emphasizes accurate evaluation, thoughtful treatment planning, and patient-centered care designed to improve function and reduce pain effectively.
Bringing Advanced Pain Care Closer to Home
The launch of Merrit Surgery Center reflects Synergex Med’s commitment to expanding access to high-quality interventional care throughout Northern California. By creating a dedicated, convenient location in Oakland, patients can begin treatment sooner, avoid unnecessary delays, and receive the hands-on care that supports meaningful recovery.