Edgewood Surgical Hospital

08/26/2025

🐾❤️ Happy National Dog Day! ❤️🐾

Today we’re celebrating our four-legged friends who bring us joy, unconditional love, and even help us stay healthier. Studies show that having a dog can lower stress, encourage more exercise, and boost overall well-being. 🐶✨

Share a photo of your pup in the comments—we’d love to see the furry members of your family! 📸🐕

Say hello to the adorable pups of our nurse practitioner, Valerie Dodds, here at Edgewood Spine and Pain Management Center!

08/26/2025

Tired of bouncing between providers without a clear plan?

Frustrated by short visits and quick fixes that don’t last?

At Edgewood Spine and Pain Management Center, we hear you. Our team is dedicated to building a custom care plan that addresses your unique pain story — not just your symptoms.

Call us directly at 724-646-7246 for more information or to
schedule your new patient visit.
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07/28/2025

Did you know your spine has small joints that help you bend and
twist? They're called facet joints—and when they become
irritated or arthritic, they can cause chronic neck or low back pain.

If you feel:

* Stiffness or aching in your lower back or neck

* Pain that worsens when you twist, bend, or stand for long periods

* Relief when leaning forward or sitting
..you might be dealing with facet joint pain.

At [Pain Center Name], we use medial branch blocks (MBB) to pinpoint the exact source of pain. If the test helps, we can follow up with radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for longer-lasting relief.

Ask your doctor about a referral to see our team at the Edgewood Pain Management Center or call the office directly to schedule your new patient visit today at 724-646-7246. Visit
https://edgewoodsurgical.com/pain-management-2/ to learn more

07/01/2025

Struggling with migraines? Edgewood Spine and Pain Management offers personalized treatments- including Botox- to help reduce pain and prevent attacks. Call 724-646-PAIN (7246) to start your path to relief. Visit our website for more info!

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05/23/2025

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.

As a healthcare team, we are privileged to care for the heroes among us—veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. Today, we salute them and those who gave their lives defending our freedom.

Please note that our office will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025, in observance of Memorial Day.
We wish you a safe and meaningful holiday.

— Edgewood Spine and Pain Management Team

05/13/2025

🧠 It’s Trivia Tuesday presented by the Edgewood Spine and Pain Management Center! Today’s question is multiple choice. Drop your answer in the comments below and stay tuned for the answer in the next few days!

Did you know that many people believe pain is simply an inevitable part of aging? Can you guess what percentage of adults over 65 actually experience chronic pain that impacts their daily activities?

a.) 36%
b.) 58%
c.) 11%
d.) 4%

05/01/2025

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Ridgewood at Shenango Valley for the warm welcome and the opportunity to speak with your incredible residents!

It was an honor for our providers to share valuable health information, answer questions, and connect with such a thoughtful and engaged community.

Thank you for allowing us to be part of your day- we look forward to future visits!

04/28/2025

Remember playing with your kids without wincing? Gardening for
hours? Enjoying a full night's sleep without pain waking you? At Edgewood Spine and Pain Management, we help patients rediscover these simple joys. Our specialized interventions target the source of your pain, not just symptoms. Because your desire to live fully again matters to us.

Ask your doctor about a referral to see our team at the Edgewood Pain Management Center or call the office directly to schedule your new patient visit today at 724-646-7246. Visit
https://edgewoodsurgical.com/pain-management-2/ to learn more

04/21/2025

Tired of being told "just live with it" or "try these meds” " for your
back pain? We understand your frustration. Pain doesn't just hurt
physically - it steals your time with family, at work and reduces
your overall quality of life. At Edgewood Spine and Pain Management Center, we listen, identify root causes, and create real solutions that address YOUR specific pain. You deserve better.

Ask your doctor about a referral to see our team at the Edgewood Pain Management Center or call the office directly to schedule your new patient visit today at 724-646-7246. Visit
https://edgewoodsurgical.com/pain-management-2/ to learn more

04/02/2025

Check out our own Dr Timothy Ko from The Center of Spine and Pain Management featured on WFMJ Today!!!

04/02/2025

02/20/2025

Introducing the Enhanced Edgewood Spine and Pain Management Center: A New Era in Comprehensive Spine Care

At Edgewood Surgical Hospital, we've long understood that managing spine and pain conditions requires a thoughtful, comprehensive approach. Today, we're excited to announce the evolution of our Pain Management Center into the Edgewood Center for Spine and Pain Management, marking an important expansion to further our ability to serve our community's spine health needs.

This transformation goes far beyond a simple name change. While we have always provided comprehensive pain management services, we're now integrating advanced surgical capabilities into our treatment offerings. We're particularly proud to welcome Jeffrey Watts, DO, a distinguished orthopedic spine surgeon, to our team of specialists, joining our established care team that includes Timothy Ko, MD, Robin Molaskey, DO, and Valerie Dodds, CRNP.

A Comprehensive Approach to Spine Health

Our philosophy at the Edgewood Center for Spine and Pain Management remains rooted in conservative, patient-centered care. We believe in exhausting all appropriate non-surgical options before considering more invasive treatments. This approach allows us to provide the right level of care at the right time, always keeping our patients' best interests at the forefront.

As Western Pennsylvania's only true one-stop destination for spine health, we now offer an unprecedented continuum of care that includes:

· Advanced diagnostic imaging and testing

· Physical therapy and rehabilitation services

· Minimally invasive pain management procedures

· Surgical interventions when necessary

· Comprehensive follow-up care

Meet Dr. Jeffrey Watts: Bringing Surgical Excellence Home

We're thrilled to welcome an area native, Dr. Jeffrey Watts. Board-certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery, Dr. Watts brings extensive expertise in spine surgery and shares our commitment to patient-centered care.

"Many spine problems can be treated successfully without surgery," says Dr. Watts. "When possible, I believe in utilizing all non-operative treatment options before resorting to surgery.”

Dr. Watts completed his medical training at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie, Pennsylvania. He then went on to his Orthopedic Surgery residency at the St. Joseph Health Center in Warren, Ohio and fellowship training in orthopedic spine surgery at the distinguished Texas Back Institute Research Foundation, Dallas, TX.

Comprehensive Services Under One Roof

Our expanded service lineup now includes:

· Spinal cord stimulation

· Discectomy and laminectomy procedures

· Cervical and lumbar fusions

· SI joint fusions

· Innovative Iovera treatment

· Kyphoplasty

· Carpal tunnel decompression

· Peroneal nerve decompression

Streamlined Care for Better Outcomes

What sets us apart is our ability to provide seamless, coordinated care throughout your entire treatment journey. No more navigating between multiple facilities or dealing with complex referral processes. At the Edgewood Center for Spine and Pain Management, we coordinate all aspects of your care – from initial imaging and diagnosis through treatment and rehabilitation – under one roof.

Our integrated approach means better communication between your healthcare providers, more efficient treatment planning, and ultimately, better outcomes for you. Whether you need conservative pain management or more advanced surgical intervention, our team works together to create a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.

Looking to the Future

As we embark on this new chapter, our commitment to providing exceptional spine care remains unwavering. We look forward to serving our community with an even more comprehensive range of services, always maintaining our focus on conservative, patient-centered care, while having the full spectrum of treatment options available when needed.

For more information about our services or to schedule a consultation, contact the Edgewood Center for Spine and Pain Management today at 724-646-7246. Visit
https://edgewoodsurgical.com/pain-management-2/ to learn more