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← Pain Unfiltered1 Dec 2025 · 32 min

The New Era of Spinal Cord Stimulation: Remote Monitoring, Visibility, and the Data Revolution"

The New Era of Spinal Cord Stimulation: Remote Monitoring, Visibility, and the Data Revolution"1 Dec 202532 min

This episode features Dr. Ramo Naidu and Dr. Jason Pope discussing the current state of spinal cord stimulation (SCS) and the longstanding challenge of limited visibility into patients' real-world therapy use. The conversation highlights how remote monitoring enables early detection of device issues, reduces patient burden, and improves outcomes. The hosts review compelling clinical evidence, including BENEFIT-03 results and real-world data showing reduced explant rates and rapid issue resolution. The episode concludes with insights into upcoming research that aims to further advance SCS care and patient support.

Host, Patrick Buchanan, MD:

Dr. Buchanan is double board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. His goal is to help his patients get their life back by managing their pain and focus on things they love and enjoy.

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Host, Timothy Deer, MD:

Dr. Deer is the president and CEO of the Spine and Nerve Centers of the Virginias. Dr. Deer has led a revolution in interventional spine and nerve care by teaching thousands of physicians an algorithmic approach to care including methods that are less invasive at a lower risk for complications.

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Guest, Jason Pope, MD:

With over a decade of experience, and regarded as one of the most influential key opinion leaders in the field of pain medicine and neuromodulation, Dr. Jason Pope in Santa Rosa is triple boarded in Pain Medicine, has published over 80 peer reviewed journals, spoken at numerous national and international conferences, and has consulted with many start-ups and established companies.