Ji Han

Dr. Ji Han MD is an accomplished and board-certified anesthesiologist and Founder of New York Spine Care Interventional Pain Management in Queens, New York. He brings more than 20 years of experience in pain management and has had the opportunity to build on his skills throughout the years. He attended the University of Alabama, where he discovered his love for medicine and helping others live their best life. He went on to complete his residency training at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center and his fellowship training at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center, Hospital for Special Surgery, and Memorial Sloan Kettering Institute.

Dr. Ji Han is passionate about helping his patients achieve a pain-free lifestyle through innovative treatment options and continued knowledge of the human spine. Prior to opening New York Spine Care Interventional Pain Management, he was the Director of Pain Management at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Queens. Additionally, he worked as the Director of Pain Management at Queens Medical Associates Center. These experiences helped him gain the knowledge that he needed to focus on New York Spine Care Interventional Pain Management.

One of the things that inspired Dr. Ji Han with New York Spine Care Interventional Pain Management is providing his patients with the most individualized and best treatments possible. He believes that each case that comes to his practice is unique and should be treated as needed. Using an evidence-based approach, Dr. Ji Han tailors each treatment plan to the patient and their ultimate goals.

The doctors at New York Spine Care Interventional Pain Management focus on providing treatment for a variety of ailments, including neck, back, arm, leg, hand, foot, and shoulder pain. Some of their common treatment options also include epidural injections, radiofrequency ablations, epidural blocks, spinal cord stimulation, and more. Treatment options for each patient are determined through personalized appointments and what they are looking for.

To learn more about Dr. Ji Han and New York Spine Care Interventional Pain Management, visit their website and on Twitter!

What is your typical day, and how do you make it productive?

Typical day starts with looking at the patient appointment list for NY Spine Care Interventional Pain Management and mentally preparing for the work day. I try to reflect on what I can do to best help in making a proper diagnosis and plan for the different pain problems. I make sure to remind myself and the office staff that empathy and bedside manner are essential in providing the best care for our patients.

How do you bring ideas to life?

For me a to do list is a must. I make sure to focus on the big picture while performing small tasks to make sure the final product or idea comes to fruition.

What’s one trend that excites you?

Medical technology and treatment options continue to expand. Dorsal Root Ganglion Stimulation Spinal Cord Stimulation is a great treatment option that is offered at NY Spine Care Interventional Pain Management to treat intractable pain for patients who have failed many other treatments in the past. Dorsal Root Ganglion Spinal Cord Stimulation is a “pacemaker treatment for spine related pain.”

What is one habit that helps you be productive?

To Do List is a must. I always write down what are my tasks for the day and cross them off once completed.

What advice would you give your younger self?

Enjoy the journey more. Focussing on the final goal is important, but sometimes look back once in a while to observe the path that you have taken. Make sure to enjoy the journey towards your goal and remember that the path to success is not a straight line.

What is the one thing you repeatedly do and recommend everyone else do?

Having a healthy mind and body is important. I make sure to exercise at least 4 days a week knowing that being physically active can improve your brain health. It helps you to manage weight, reduce the risk of disease, and improve your ability to do every day activities.

When you feel overwhelmed or unfocused, what do you do?

Oftentimes, when moving through the ups and downs of life, you can neglect caring for your mental well-being. At times like this, I allow my brain to take a break by watching a movie or a TV show on netflix.

What is one strategy that has helped you grow your business or advance in your career?

I focus on providing the best state of the art medical care. I make sure to take the individual as a person and create a treatment plan taking into account the person as a whole. I use an evidence-based approach to pain management, tailoring treatment regimen to each individual patient rather than a “one size fits all” approach. Treatment of acute and chronic spine pain is offered at NY Spine Care Interventional Pain Management.

What is one failure in your career, how did you overcome it, and what lessons did you take away from it?

Early on in my career, I lacked the courage to start a medical practice on my own after finishing my fellowship at NY Presbyterian Hospital – Weill Cornell Medical Center. NY Spine Care Interventional Pain Management was formed 4 years after finishing my fellowship. I should have believed in myself and formed a private practice immediately. You should always follow your passion.

What is one business idea you’re willing to give away to our readers?

Do not be afraid to take chances. Make sure to believe in yourself and work diligently and relentlessly to achieve your goal.

What is one piece of software that helps you be productive? How do you use it?

eMDs is our medical electronic medical record system. The software is an integral part of running the medical office from scheduling, medical charting, and billing.

What is the best $100 you recently spent?

On dinner with friends. It is always nice to reconnect with your friends for a social time.

Do you have a favorite book or podcast from which you’ve received much value?

Wisdom for Fathers by David Glenn. This book was an excellent resource to get you into God’s word to learn how to become a solid man of God, a successful husband, and a great father.

What’s a movie or series you recently enjoyed and why?

Cobra Kai on Netflix. Karate Kid was a movie that I really enjoyed as a kid and Cobra Kai brought back childhood memories. The music and puns on the show was very entertaining as it referenced the 1980s.

Key learnings:

• Make sure to enjoy the journey towards your goal and remember that the path to success is not a straight line
• Focus on providing the best state of the art medical care. Be sure to take the individual as a person and create a treatment plan taking in account of the person as a whole.
• Do not be afraid to take chances. Make sure to believe in yourself and work diligently and relentlessly to achieve your goal.