Hawthorne Oncology Pain Experts - HOPE

Hawthorne Oncology Pain Experts - HOPE Hawthorne Oncology Pain Experts (HOPE) specializes in chronic and cancer pain management.

🚨 WARNING FOR PATIENTS WITH INTRATHECAL DRUG PUMPS 🚨As magnetized devices become more common in everyday life, we may be...
05/17/2026

🚨 WARNING FOR PATIENTS WITH INTRATHECAL DRUG PUMPS 🚨

As magnetized devices become more common in everyday life, we may be seeing a new and underrecognized safety issue for patients with implanted pain pumps.

Recently, one of our patients experienced recurrent motor stalls in her intrathecal drug pump. After careful investigation, we discovered the cause was a magnetized bracelet she purchased at a county fair that was marketed for arthritis relief.

⚠️ Strong magnets can interfere with intrathecal pump function — similar to the effects seen with MRI magnets or pacemaker magnets. In this case, the magnetic field likely affected the pump motor/gears and triggered intermittent stalls.

Examples of devices/products that may contain strong magnets include:
🔹 Magnetic therapy bracelets or jewelry
🔹 Magnetic phone mounts or cases
🔹 Wireless charging accessories
🔹 Smart watches and wearable tech
🔹 Magnetic clasps in clothing or bags
🔹 High-powered speakers/headphones

This is why we strongly emphasize:
✅ Reviewing pump logs at every follow-up visit
✅ Reporting any pump alarms, unusual symptoms, or withdrawal symptoms immediately
✅ Informing your physician about any new electronic or magnetic devices you begin using

🩺 Vigilance is key. In this case, simply asking the patient about any newly purchased devices helped us identify the problem and prevent further complications.

At HOPE Pain Relief, we specialize in advanced intrathecal drug pump management and complex cancer and chronic pain care.

💬 If you experience unusual pump behavior, alarms, withdrawal symptoms, or have concerns about device interactions, contact our team or speak with your physician immediately.

🌐 Learn more: hopepainrelief.org

🚨 BIG NEWS IN PAIN MEDICINE 🚨We are proud to announce and congratulate the first two fellows selected for the HCA Florid...
05/16/2026

🚨 BIG NEWS IN PAIN MEDICINE 🚨

We are proud to announce and congratulate the first two fellows selected for the HCA Florida Blake Hospital & USF Multi-Disciplinary Pain Medicine Fellowship!

This marks the beginning of a program built with intention — one that is designed to set a new standard in advanced, interventional pain training.

Our fellows will be immersed in:
🔹 Cutting-edge interventional techniques
🔹 Comprehensive cancer and complex pain management
🔹 Evidence-based, scientifically rigorous decision-making
🔹 Multidisciplinary collaboration across specialties

This is more than a fellowship — it’s a commitment to advancing the field of pain medicine and improving outcomes for patients who need it most.

We are excited to train the next generation of leaders who will carry forward a mission grounded in innovation, precision, and uncompromising clinical excellence.

👏 Congratulations to our inaugural fellows — the future of pain medicine starts here.

05/12/2026

✨ A NEW OPTION FOR PAIN RELIEF — WITHOUT OPIOIDS ✨

There’s a new medication called **Journavix (suzetrigine)** that may help treat pain after surgery — *without using opioids*.

Why this matters:
🔹 Helps control pain by targeting the nerves that send pain signals
🔹 Does **not** carry the same risks of addiction or breathing problems as opioids
🔹 Designed to support recovery after procedures

For many patients, pain relief has often meant choosing between discomfort and unwanted side effects. Medications like Journavix are changing that — offering a **safer, more targeted approach** to managing pain.

At **HOPE Pain Relief**, we are committed to bringing our patients the most advanced, evidence-based treatments available — so you can heal comfortably and confidently.

💬 **Interested in learning more? Contact our team today** to see if this option is right for you or your upcoming procedure.

Visit us at 🌐 hopepainrelief.org or by ☎️ calling the office at 813-538-7600.

Over the past two weeks, I had the opportunity to speak with PM&R residents at the University of South Florida on the ro...
05/05/2026

Over the past two weeks, I had the opportunity to speak with PM&R residents at the University of South Florida on the role of intrathecal drug delivery in managing spasticity, chronic pain, and cancer-related pain.

We focused on:

Patient selection and indications
Expanding use cases, including oncology pain
Practical considerations for therapy optimization
Real-world applications of Prialt (ziconotide) in appropriate patients

Intrathecal therapy remains one of the most powerful tools we have for targeted, low-dose, high-impact pain control—and an area where many trainees have limited exposure.

Always a privilege to work with the next generation of physicians and help expand access to these advanced therapies.

05/03/2026

Part 1 of 3: Pancreatic cancer pain has a pattern—and it can be treated.

Most patients experience:

⭐ Deep abdominal pain radiating to the back
⭐ Nerve-related (sympathetic) pain
⭐ Increasing complexity as disease progresses

But there are advanced options beyond opioids:

Celiac plexus neurolysis (relief lasting months)
Intrathecal drug delivery (sustainable, adjustable pain control)

The key is getting to the right specialist early.

Look for:

⭐ Academic training (e.g., MD Anderson, major cancer centers)
⭐ Experience in oncology pain
⭐ Ability to perform advanced interventions

👇 Have questions? Drop them below—I’ll help guide you.

05/03/2026

Part 3 of 3: Pancreatic cancer pain has a pattern—and it can be treated.

Most patients experience:

⭐ Deep abdominal pain radiating to the back
⭐ Nerve-related (sympathetic) pain
⭐ Increasing complexity as disease progresses

But there are advanced options beyond opioids:

Celiac plexus neurolysis (relief lasting months)
Intrathecal drug delivery (sustainable, adjustable pain control)

The key is getting to the right specialist early.

Look for:

⭐ Academic training (e.g., MD Anderson, major cancer centers)
⭐ Experience in oncology pain
⭐ Ability to perform advanced interventions

👇 Have questions? Drop them below—I’ll help guide you.

05/03/2026

Part 2 of 3: Pancreatic cancer pain has a pattern—and it can be treated.

Most patients experience:

⭐ Deep abdominal pain radiating to the back
⭐ Nerve-related (sympathetic) pain
⭐ Increasing complexity as disease progresses

But there are advanced options beyond opioids:

Celiac plexus neurolysis (relief lasting months)
Intrathecal drug delivery (sustainable, adjustable pain control)

The key is getting to the right specialist early.

Look for:

⭐ Academic training (e.g., MD Anderson, major cancer centers)
⭐ Experience in oncology pain
⭐ Ability to perform advanced interventions

👇 Have questions? Drop them below—I’ll help guide you.

Birds of a feather flock together 🦅Last day at Medical Villages ASC. Having fun with the crew. On to a new chapter. ...
04/29/2026

Birds of a feather flock together 🦅

Last day at Medical Villages ASC. Having fun with the crew. On to a new chapter.

04/28/2026

Pancreatic cancer is one of the most aggressive cancers—and one that urgently needs more awareness, research, and support.

This weekend, our team walked in Tampa, Florida as part of the PanCAN PurpleStride to stand with patients, families, survivors, and those we’ve lost.

Every step was for the people fighting this disease.
Every step was for better treatments, better outcomes, and more hope.

But the work doesn’t stop here.

If you’re able to support this cause—even in a small way—it makes a real difference.

👇 Donate here to support pancreatic cancer research and patients:
https://birdeye.cx/6k7r76

Together, we can move this forward.

04/26/2026

Part 2 of 4: Pancreatic cancer is challenging—but treatment is evolving.

From advanced surgical techniques like the Whipple procedure to emerging therapies such as immunotherapy, there is real progress being made.

The key is having the right team early.



📍 Tampa, FL
👨‍⚕️ Dr. Edward Podgorski III
🌐 hopepainrelief.org
📞 813-538-7600

04/26/2026

Part 1 of 4: Pancreatic cancer is challenging—but treatment is evolving.

From advanced surgical techniques like the Whipple procedure to emerging therapies such as immunotherapy, there is real progress being made.

The key is having the right team early.



📍 Tampa, FL
👨‍⚕️ Dr. Edward Podgorski III
🌐 hopepainrelief.org
📞 813-538-7600

Address

2727 West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, 520
Tampa, FL
33607

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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+18135387600

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