Doctor Information
Baljinder Bathla, MD is a pain management specialist dual-boarded in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Management with more than 15 years of experience, and leads Chicago Sports and Spine in the South Loop. He also holds board eligibility in acupuncture.
Education, Residency & Fellowship Training
- Fellowship: Pain Management, University of Chicago Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care
- Residency: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Chicago/Schwab Rehab
- Medical School: Doctor of Medicine, Wright State University School of Medicine
- Undergraduate: Undergraduate Degree, Wright State University
- Board Certification: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation; Pain Management
- NPI Number: 1154510311
Clinical Specialties & Procedures
Dr. Bathla focuses on interventional pain management at Chicago Sports and Spine, including:
- Spine pain
- Sports injuries
- Chronic pain
- Epidural injections and nerve blocks
During training, Dr. Bathla’s research concentrated on spinal cord injury and rehabilitation through functional electrical stimulation. He hosts the Pain Minute YouTube channel.
Practice Location & Appointments
- Practice: Chicago Sports and Spine
- Address: 1550 S Indiana Ave, Suite 100, Chicago, IL 60605
- Phone: (312) 623-7246
- Website: chicagosportsspine.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where did Dr. Bathla train?
He completed his undergraduate and medical training at Wright State University School of Medicine, PM&R residency at the University of Chicago/Schwab Rehab, and pain management training at the University of Chicago Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care.
Is Dr. Bathla board certified?
He is dual-boarded in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Management and board eligible in acupuncture.
Where does Dr. Bathla see patients?
At Chicago Sports and Spine, 1550 S Indiana Ave, Suite 100, Chicago, IL 60605. Call (312) 623-7246.
