Neurological Associates Pain Management Center

An International Referral Center dedicated to Treatment, Education and Research

 H. Hooshmand, M.D.

1934-2019

 Diplomate American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Board Certified in Electroencepholography, Board Certified in Electromyography,

Board Certified in American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and Intractable Neurology (Epilepsy, Pain, MS)

 

 

Welcome to Neurological Associate Pain Management Center Website

 

 

New Book (as of 6-13-2025)

NEUROLOGIC COMPLICATIONS OF ELECTRICAL INJURY: A STUDY OF 984 PATIENTS

Hooshang Hooshmand, M.D., and Eric M. Phillips

 

 

 

 

Between 1990 and 1998, Doctor Hooshmand and I started a book project on the Neurologic Complications of Electrical Injury: A Study of 984 Patients.

This project has been waiting in the wings for completion for many years. I have finally taken the time to complete this important book project.

Electrical injuries and injuries from lightning strikes are quite prevalent, serious, and can even be fatal.

Patients who have suffered electrical injuries or lightning strikes often experience symptoms associated with reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), a condition characterized by chronic pain and autonomic dysfunction. The diagnosis of RSD in these individuals presents a significant challenge for healthcare providers due to the intricate nature of the symptoms and the overlap with other potential complications arising from such traumatic injuries.

Doctor Hooshmand always emphasized the importance of understanding and recognizing the effects of electrical injuries and lightning strike injuries can cause to the victims of these types of injuries.

Doctor Hooshmand consistently highlighted the critical need to comprehend and acknowledge the profound impacts that electrical injuries and lightning strike incidents can have on patients. He believed that a thorough understanding of these injuries is essential not only for effective treatment but also for prevention and education.

Doctor Hooshmand dedicated a significant portion of his medical practice to treating patients affected by electrical injuries and lightning strikes, committing his life to support those suffering from these severe injuries. He strongly advocated for the education of both his patients and fellow medical professionals regarding the intricate nature of such injuries, emphasizing the importance of understanding their complexities.

I am truly grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with Doctor Hooshmand on this important project over the years. It has been a rewarding experience to contribute to the completion of this book, which serves as a testament to his dedication and enthusiasm for his work. The process of bringing his insights and passion to a wider audience has been both fulfilling and enlightening, and I take pride in having played a role in sharing his valuable contributions with others.

I sincerely hope that this book proves to be a valuable resource for you, offering insights and information that can enhance your understanding and knowledge about the effects of electrical injuries and lightning strike injuries.

Thank you,

Eric

 

New CRPS Survey Study (as of 5-12-2025)

I have created a survey consisting of 89 questions focused on complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). This survey aims to enhance our understanding of how CRPS impacts individuals and to identify which treatments are effective and which are not in managing this painful syndrome.

Please click on the link below to access the survey study.

Thank you,

Eric

CRPS Survey

New Book (as of 4-30-2020)

DON’T DIET: CHANGE YOUR HABITS-PROPER EATING FOR GOOD HEALTH

H. HOOSHMAND, M.D. and ERIC M. PHILLIPS

 

With a heavy heart, I would like to inform everyone in the RSD-CRPS community that Doctor Hooshang Hooshmand passed away on August 9, 2019.

Doctor Hooshmand practiced Neurology for over 40-years with a special interest in the management of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). He helped thousands of RSD-CRPS patients from around the world. He also treated other neurological conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Epilepsy, and Electrical Injuries.

Doctor Hooshmand was also a professor of neurology at the Medical College of Virginia for eight years, where he was the teacher of the year in 1971,1972, and 1973.

He was the recipient of research awards from the American Congress of Neurology as well as the AMA.

His pioneering work in the diagnosis and management of electrical injuries, management of Neurosyphilis, applications of Clonazepam in intractable seizures, and application of ACTH in the treatment of chronic pain were some of his original contributions.

He enjoyed writing about RSD-CRPS. He loved to educate people through his writings and through the many lectures he had given during his long career.

He truly loved helping his patients. He always tried to give them a better quality of life from the pain they were suffering. He always treated his patients with the utmost respect.

Most nights you would find Doctor Hooshmand working in his clinic until mid-night treating his patients. He would even see patients on an emergency at his clinic on Christmas Day.

In regards to the treatment of RSD-CRPS, he was ahead of his time with his knowledge of the disease. He had a remarkable way of knowing where the patient was having their pain.

He always looked outside of the box when it came to treatment of RSD-CRPS. He was not like the mainstream doctors who treat the disease.

Doctor Hooshmand leaves his wife, Clara, three daughters, and five grandchildren.

He will be truly missed by his family, friends, and patients.

I will personally miss my mentor and best friend.

Thank you Doctor Hooshmand for your inspiration!

Eric M. Phillips

 

Quote By Dr. Hooshmand

To all RSD Patients:

“Remember RSD is not all in your head.” It is all over your body. It starts from one extremity or one part of the body and if not properly treated, it spreads to the other parts of the body. Don't let anybody convince you to be treated exclusively by a psychiatrist or to learn to live with your pain. Just remember you are not crazy. The pain of RSD is enough to drive anybody out of their mind but what I admire is the fact that RSD patients still keep their sanity.

H. Hooshmand, M. D.

 

For more than 40 years Doctor Hooshmand has helped thousands of RSD/CRPS, MS, Epilepsy, and Electrical Injury patients to help control their pain and to give them a better quality of life.

Dr. Hooshmand would like to thank all his patients for their trust in him all these years.

For more information please contact: Eric M. Phillips at the International Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Foundation at: 508-479-9888 or visit his website at: www.rsdinfo.com    

Dr. Hooshmand was in the practice of intractable neurology at Neurological Associates Pain Management Center in Vero Beach, Florida. He specialized in management of intractable pain with special interest in management of complications of Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) / Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and Electrical injuries. 

He had a special interest in research in the fields of CRPS, neuroinflammation, avascular necrosis, intractable complications of demylinating disease and intractable seizures.

Special emphasis was made in multidisciplinary comprehensive treatment with analgesic antidepressants, proper anticonvuslants such as Tegretol, Klonopin, and Neurontin, and treatment of neuroinflammation with the help of  I.V. Mannitol, Immunoglobulin, and proper nerve blocks with far less emphasis on ganglion nerve blocks.

Dr. Hooshmand's treatment principles consisted of detoxification from opioid agonists and endo BZ agonists and harmful antidepressants. The role of physical therapy, corrections of eating habits, and management of limbic system dysfunction secondary to chronic painful illness are emphasized.

This website was created to help educate RSD/CRPS patients and members of the medical community.

I would like to thank you for visiting our website, and I hope that your visit will be helpful to you.

With many thanks,

H. Hooshmand, M.D.