Consultant in
Pain Medicine & Anaesthesia
Overview
Dr. Deborah Galvin is an experienced medical consultant fully trained in Pain Medicine and Anaesthesia. She is based in Dublin, Ireland and works in some of Ireland’s leading private hospitals.
Dr Galvin's focus is on the holistic management of a person’s pain. This includes helping a patient understand their pain and a discussion regarding the pain therapies available to them. Additionally, referrals to other healthcare professionals whose input may be required can be organised.
List of interventions include:
Epidurals
Joint Injections
Musculoskeletal Injections
Steroid Injections to joints and muscles (Rhizolysis)
Application of an electrical current to joints and nerves (Rhizotomy)
Application of lower temperature to joints and nerves (Pulsed Radiofrequency Treatments)
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" SEVEN OUT OF TEN OF PATIENTS TREATED WITH PAIN PROCEDURES REPORT AT LEAST 50% IMPROVEMENT IN THEIR PAIN "
My Philosophy
Seven out of ten of patients treated with pain procedures report at least 50% improvement in their pain while up to half of patients with lower back pain may remain in pain after surgery. Therefore my philosophy along with my research and experience working with patients, shows that early intervention and minimally invasive techniques can improve pain and should be explored as options before surgery.
I work in partnership with the patient to listen to their thoughts and concerns and to understand their experience. Through ongoing and clear communication I work to identify a realistic and honest treatment programme.
I also believe in working with other medical professionals such as physiotherapists, psychologists, and surgeons to provide the best holistic therapy for the patient. Not everyone experiences pain in the same way, and I believe that a personalised treatment programme is required for all my patients.
Dr. Galvin MB BCh BAO, FCAI, FPM is a highly qualified medical pain consultant, anaesthetist, and pain physician. She has published multiple peer-reviewed papers on pain-related topics.
In 2008, she graduated from UCD. In 2017, she completed her specialist training in Anaesthesia, Intensive Care, and Pain Management.
She has spent the last past 3 years specialising in pain medicine and has completed a Pain Medicine Fellowship. In May of 2019, she was awarded the Pain Fellowship by examination.
What is Pain?
Pain is an unpleasant sensation ranging from mild discomfort to a debilitating condition that drastically affects the patient’s life.
There are two types of pain — acute or chronic. Acute pain usually arises from an injury, such as a broken arm or twisted ankle. It may be severe, but short-lived, and the source of the pain is often (though not always) apparent.
Chronic pain may be constant or intermittent. The source of chronic pain can be due to many issues and a full recovery may not always be possible. My expertise allows me to work with the patient to understand the root cause and recommend the best treatments possible to manage chronic pain.