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Biography
Dr. Ankit K. Bhatia, DO, is a double board-certified interventional pain management physician with advanced expertise in minimally invasive spine procedures and neuromodulation therapies. Known for his compassionate and individualized approach, Bhatia is dedicated to helping patients find lasting relief from chronic pain and return to the activities that matter most.
He specializes in personalized, non-opioid treatments for spine, nerve and musculoskeletal pain. His approach blends advanced technology with evidence-based care to improve function, mobility, and long-term outcomes.
Clinical Expertise:
- Minimally invasive spine procedures
- Basivertebral nerve ablation
- Spinal cord & peripheral nerve stimulation
- Radiofrequency ablation
- Interspinous spacers
- Epidural & joint injections
- Sacroiliac joint interventions
- Nerve blocks
- Kyphoplasty
- Botox for migraine & cervical dystonia
- Reactiv8 for multifidus dysfunction
Bhatia treats spinal stenosis, disc herniations, sciatica, vertebrogenic back pain, spondylosis, compression fractures, arthritis, CRPS, post-surgical pain and neuropathies. He is especially skilled in neuromodulation and targeted injection therapies as alternatives to surgery.
In addition to his clinical work, Bhatia is active in research and continuing education. He stays current with the latest advancements in pain medicine to ensure the highest quality care.
Professional Affiliations:
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA)
- ASRA Pain Medicine
- American Society of Pain and Neuroscience (ASPN)
- North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS)
- International Pain and Spine Intervention Society (IPSIS)
- World Academy of Pain Medicine United (WAPMU)
Philosophy of Care:
“Every patient’s pain story is unique, and so is their path to healing. I take a personalized, evidence-based approach—combining the latest in minimally invasive treatments with genuine compassion—to help patients reclaim their quality of life and return to what they love.”
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Specialties & Details
Specialties:
Pain Medicine, Anesthesiology
Conditions & Treatments:
Minimally Invasive Spine Procedures, Basivertebral Nerve Ablation, Spinal Cord & Peripheral Nerve Stimulation, Radiofrequency Ablation, Interspinous Spacers, Epidural & Joint Injections, Sacroiliac Joint Interventions, Nerve Blocks, Kyphoplasty, Botox for Migraine & Cervical Dystonia, Reactiv8 for Multifidus Dysfunction
Additional Languages:
Hindi, Punjabi
Education
School of Medicine:
Michigan State University College Osteopathic Medicine, East Lansing, MI
Internship:
Detroit Medical Center - Sinai Grace Hospital, Detroit, MI
Residency:
Jackson Memorial Hospital - University of Miami, Miami, FL
Fellowship:
University Of Illinois, Chicago, IL
Hospitals & Affiliations
Hospital Privileges:
IU Health Ball Memorial
Physician Group:
IU Health Medical Group