Philosophy & Patient Care
Dr. Chopra believes in treating patients as partners in their healthcare journey. His thorough evaluations, which often last over three hours, allow him to fully understand each patient’s unique medical history and challenges. Patients describe him as one of the few doctors who truly listens and cares.
His work has redefined how chronic pain conditions are diagnosed and treated, providing hope and solutions to patients who have long been misdiagnosed or dismissed by the medical system. Through education, research, and advocacy, Dr. Chopra continues to shape the future of pain medicine and complex condition management.
Professional & Educational Background
Dr. Pradeep Chopra is a Harvard-trained pain medicine specialist with over 25 years of experience treating complex chronic pain and multisystem disorders. He is board-certified in both Pain Medicine and Anesthesiology and serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at Brown University’s Warren Alpert Medical School.
His medical training includes:
- Residency in Anesthesiology & Critical Care – Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School
- Fellowship in Pain Medicine – Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School
- Master’s in Healthcare Management (MHCM) – Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Clinical Expertise
Dr. Chopra specializes in hard-to-diagnose and poorly understood conditions, including:
- Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) & Connective Tissue Disorders
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
- Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) & Dysautonomia
- Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) & Immune Dysregulation
- Central Sensitization & Chronic Pain Syndromes
At his private practice, the Center for Complex Conditions, he takes a root-cause, multisystem approach rather than just suppressing symptoms. His treatment plans integrate neurology, immunology, and autonomic function to provide comprehensive, personalized care.
Research & Scientific Contributions
Dr. Chopra is an active researcher, peer reviewer, and medical educator. His work has helped shape modern pain management protocols, particularly in EDS, CRPS, and chronic pain syndromes.
- Editorial Board Member – Pain Physician Journal
- Peer Reviewer – Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
- Over 20+ Peer-Reviewed Publications & Textbook Contributions
- Chair, Pain Working Group – Ehlers-Danlos Society International Symposium
His research focuses on neuropathic pain, low-dose naltrexone (LDN) for chronic pain, and perioperative care for EDS patients.
Patient Advocacy & Medical Leadership
Dr. Chopra is a global advocate for patients with complex pain conditions and serves on multiple medical advisory boards, including:
- Ehlers-Danlos Society
- Dysautonomia Support Network
- The Coalition Against Pediatric Pain (TCAPP)
- GERSED Belgium (International EDS Research Group)
- Committee on Selected Heritable Disorders of Connective Tissue and Disability (National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine)
He has also been an invited keynote speaker at major medical conferences, including those hosted by Dysautonomia International, RSDSA, and the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics.
Awards & Recognitions
Dr. Chopra’s work in pain medicine, research, and advocacy has earned him numerous prestigious awards:
- Lifetime Achievement Award – Dysautonomia Support Network
- Schwartz Center Compassionate Caregiver Award – Recognized for excellence in patient care
- Trailblazer & Humanitarian Awards – Dysautonomia Support Network
- Top Doctor in Rhode Island (2006-2022) – Rhode Island Monthly Magazine
Philosophy & Patient Care
Dr. Chopra believes in treating patients as partners in their healthcare journey. His thorough evaluations, which often last over three hours, allow him to fully understand each patient’s unique medical history and challenges. Patients describe him as one of the few doctors who truly listens and cares.
His work has redefined how chronic pain conditions are diagnosed and treated, providing hope and solutions to patients who have long been misdiagnosed or dismissed by the medical system. Through education, research, and advocacy, Dr. Chopra continues to shape the future of pain medicine and complex condition management.
