The Physicians
Steven L. Remer, M.D., is a graduate of the University of Michigan and completed his medical training at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit. He completed his Residency in Anesthesiology at Ohio State University and was awarded a Fellowship in Pain Management at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas in the Eugene McDermott Center for Pain Management. Dr. Remer is a Board certified Anesthesiologist with a subspecialty certification in Pain Management. He is married to a pediatrician and has two active children.
Dr. Remer’s philosophy for American Pain and Wellness strives to identify the source or pathway involved in an individual's pain, reduce pain through a multifaceted and balanced approach, and to return the person to healthier and more productive lifestyle. Dr. Remer treats his patients with pain symptoms using a variety of innovative and individualized treatments which emphasize both self care as well as state of the art procedures. The fundamental belief is that best results occur when the patient and health care deliverer partners together with the patient to achieve collective goals. Equally important, the individual must be actively involved in his or her own care.
Chronic pain conditions such as back pain, neck pain, arthritic pain, nerve pain and headache are pervasive throughout our society. While many treatment options exist today, no single approach is suitable for every patient. At American Pain & Wellness, Dr. Remer’s multifaceted approach includes three fundamental facets used to design a unique treatment plan for each patient. These facets are innovation, partnership and balance and are believed that this unique design will lead to a healthier and happier life.
2009 - 2011
A graduate of the Medical College of Wisconsin, Dr. Powell completed his internship year at the University of Pittsburgh and his residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. In practice since 1993, Dr. Powell is Board Certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He carries Subspecialty Certifications in Sports Medicine and in Pain Medicine and has been practicing in Plano since 1993.
Dr. Powell has been active in non-operative care of painful spinal conditions for many years. He has been an instructor and course director for spinal injection courses sponsored by the North American Spine Society and other organizations. He is the most experienced Interventional Physiatrist in Collin County.
Dr. Powell is also a runner, cyclist, and triathlete who is active in the triathlon and cycling communities in Collin County. He has completed an Ironman triathlon, several half-ironman’s, and numerous local events including the White Rock Marathon. He understands the unique needs of the endurance athlete and provides creative and supportive solutions for a variety of sports medicine conditions.
Dr. Jeff Wagnon graduated from Midlothian High School in 1993. He then attended Texas Tech and received his B.S. degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. Most of Dr. Jeff’s family is in the medical field, however, Dr Jeff decided to attend chiropractic school because of the natural approach to healthcare. He has always had a strong desire and passion to help others and to help them achieve an optimal level of health. He attended the prestigious Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, Texas and graduated in 2002. Since this time he has helped thousands of patients reach their highest level of health and function through natural, chiropractic care. Over the last three years, Dr Jeff has been working closely with the pain management doctors at American Pain and Wellness in Plano, TX where he has gained an immense amount of knowledge and experience treating extremely complex spinal conditions. Dr. Jeff has helped many patients with failed back syndrome (failed surgery,) post lumbar/cervical fusion, lumbar discectomy facet injections, epidurals, rhizotomies, fibromyalgia, headaches, carpal tunnel, tendonitis, and many other common musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Jeff has a very fundamental philosophy; he believes in the miracle of the body and knows that pain is not just a symptom, but is also a very important message. Therefore, he is trained to adhere to the following principles: Find The Cause: Dr. Jeff knows that every illness has an underlying cause that is often buried in aspects of lifestyle, diet or habits of the individual. Dr. Jeff is trained to find and facilitate the removal of the underlying cause of disease, thus opening the door to improved health and longevity.
Doctor As Teacher: The original meaning of the word “doctor” is “teacher.” Dr. Jeff’s principle objective is to educate each patient and emphasize the benefits of self-responsibility for good health. Treat the Whole Person: Dr. Jeff realizes that both health and disease stem from a complex interaction of physical and emotional factors that can be influenced by diet, genetics, environment and lifestyle. Dr. Jeff examines the “whole” of an individual in order to provide a thorough evaluation and the most effective recommendations for treatment. Preventative Approach: Dr Jeff’s approach to modern health care can prevent minor illnesses from developing into serious conditions or chronic degenerative diseases. Patients are taught the principles with which to live a healthy life. By following these principles, they can they can play an active role in their own healthy future and help prevent major diseases.
Dr. Jeff Wagnon will strive to improve the quality of patient’s lives by always providing the highest degree of integrative treatment and information made available through continuous research, technology and unfaltering devotion to patient care. Dr. Jeff will go the extra mile! Dr. Jeff and wife Robbin have a 8 yr old son, Noah and 9 month old, Kollin. They enjoy family time and relaxation together. Dr. Jeff spends his “downtime” playing basketball with Noah, working out, running, watching college football and basketball, and the Cowboys.