Expert Pain Medicine. Exceptional Care.
Comprehensive pain management by fellowship-trained specialists — with on-site day hospital facilities for consultations and procedures, all under one roof.
A Dedicated Pain Medicine Clinic on the North Shore
Artarmon Pain Specialists brings together experienced pain medicine physicians, on-site procedural facilities, and a network of allied health professionals — all under one roof at 448 Pacific Highway, Artarmon.
Co-located with Artarmon Day Hospital — a fully accredited facility exceeding National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) standards — our clinic provides seamless care from initial consultation through to interventional procedures, eliminating the need for separate bookings at external facilities. We welcome WorkCover, Medicare, privately insured, and private-pay patients.
Specialist Expertise
Fellowship-trained pain medicine physicians covering acute and chronic pain.
On-Site Procedures
Consult downstairs, procedure upstairs — seamless same-day care at our NSQHS-accredited day hospital.
Novel Therapies
PRP and cell therapy alongside established interventional techniques.
All Patients Welcome
WorkCover, Medicare, private insurance, and self-funded patients accepted.
Specialist Pain Physicians
Our consulting specialists are fellowship-trained pain medicine physicians with expertise across the full range of chronic pain conditions.
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Dr Adam Mir
Dr Mir is a Fellowship-trained Pain Medicine Specialist holding the FFPMANZCA (Faculty of Pain Medicine, ANZCA) and a Master of Pain Medicine from the University of Sydney. He completed adult pain medicine training at Liverpool and Nepean Hospitals, with additional paediatric chronic pain training at The Children's Hospital at Westmead.
An examiner and supervisor of training with the Faculty of Pain Medicine, Dr Mir brings expertise in interventional procedures, regenerative therapies including PRP and cell therapy, medicinal cannabis prescribing, and multimodal pain management. He also holds qualifications in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Clinical Hypnosis.
Comprehensive Pain Management
From persistent spinal pain to complex neuropathic conditions, our specialist team treats the full spectrum of chronic pain.
Back & Neck Pain
Lumbar and cervical disc disease, facet joint arthropathy, spinal stenosis, degenerative changes, and post-surgical pain syndromes.
Neuropathic Pain
Sciatica, post-herpetic neuralgia, diabetic neuropathy, complex regional pain syndrome, and trigeminal neuralgia.
Headache & Migraine
Chronic migraine, cervicogenic headache, cluster headache, and occipital neuralgia — including Botox and nerve block treatments.
Musculoskeletal Pain
Shoulder, hip, and knee joint pain, tendinopathy, bursitis, osteoarthritis, and widespread pain including fibromyalgia.
Cancer & Palliative Pain
Pain management for cancer-related pain, including interventional nerve blocks and intrathecal pump management.
Complex Pain Syndromes
CRPS, central sensitisation, post-surgical persistent pain, and pain with co-existing psychological factors.
Hands-On, Evidence-Based Care
Interventional procedures performed on-site at our NSQHS-accredited day hospital facility.
Treatments & Procedures
Evidence-based interventional and non-interventional treatments — including novel regenerative therapies — with procedures performed on-site at our NSQHS-accredited day hospital.
Epidural Steroid Injections
Targeted spinal injections for nerve irritation — cervical, thoracic, and lumbar — performed under image guidance.
Nerve Blocks
Diagnostic and therapeutic blocks including medial branch, intercostal, occipital, and peripheral nerve blocks.
Radiofrequency Ablation
Minimally invasive treatment to disrupt pain signals from facet joints, providing months of relief.
Joint Injections
Ultrasound-guided injections for shoulder, hip, knee, and sacroiliac joints with corticosteroid or PRP options.
PRP & Regenerative Injections
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy using your body's own growth factors to promote tissue repair in joints, tendons, and soft tissue injuries.
Cell Therapy
Novel cell-based treatments for degenerative joint conditions and chronic soft tissue injuries — a cutting-edge approach to pain management and tissue regeneration.
Medicinal Cannabis
Authorised prescribing of medicinal cannabis for eligible chronic pain patients, integrated within a comprehensive treatment plan.
Medication Management
Comprehensive pharmacological review and optimisation, including opioid tapering, opioid replacement programs, and multimodal pain strategies.
All procedures performed at Artarmon Day Hospital — fully accredited, exceeding national safety and quality standards.
“Our goal is not just to treat pain — it’s to help you return to the life you want to live.”
From Referral to Recovery
A straightforward pathway designed to get you seen quickly and treated effectively.
GP Referral
Your GP sends a referral. We triage and contact you within 48 hours to schedule.
Consultation
Comprehensive assessment with your specialist. We review history, imaging, and develop a management plan.
Treatment
Interventional procedures on-site at Artarmon Day Hospital — no second facility needed.
Follow-Up
Ongoing review and care coordination. Detailed reports back to your GP at every step.
Partner With Us
We make referral easy and keep you informed. Detailed reports, rapid access, and a shared commitment to your patient's outcomes.
Rapid Access
Urgent referrals triaged and seen within 1 week. Routine within 2 weeks.
Comprehensive Reports
Detailed consultation letters and procedure reports sent within 48 hours.
Direct Access
Phone access to the treating specialist for urgent clinical queries.
Shared Care Model
We supplement your ongoing management. Clear handback with management plans and follow-up schedules.
Send a Referral
Referrals can be sent via any of these channels. We accept GP, specialist, and WorkCover referrals. Please include relevant imaging reports and medication lists.
Common Questions
Yes. A valid GP or specialist referral is required for Medicare rebates and to ensure continuity of care. For WorkCover patients, we accept referrals with an approved claim number. Your referral is valid for 12 months from the date of issue.
Please bring your referral letter, Medicare card, private health insurance details (if applicable), WorkCover claim information (if applicable), any relevant imaging (X-rays, MRI, CT scans — even on disc or USB), a list of current medications, and any previous specialist reports. Arriving 10 minutes early allows time for paperwork.
We welcome WorkCover, Medicare, privately insured, and private-pay patients. Medicare rebates apply to all consultations and most procedures. Private health insurance may provide additional rebates for day hospital procedures. For WorkCover patients, we accept approved claims and can assist with the referral and approval process. Our reception team can provide a detailed fee schedule when you book.
Yes. Artarmon Pain Specialists is co-located with Artarmon Day Hospital — a fully accredited facility exceeding NSQHS standards — at 448 Pacific Highway. Most interventional procedures are performed on-site under image guidance, meaning you consult and have your procedure in the same building.
We aim to see urgent referrals within one week and routine referrals within two weeks. Once your referral is received, our team will contact you within 48 hours to schedule your appointment.
Take the First Step Toward Better Pain Management
Our specialist team is ready to help. Ask your GP for a referral, or contact our rooms directly to discuss your options.