As seen on:

Modern Man Spotlight;  CS Modern Luxury magazine, October 2024:

DR. ZAKI ANWAR

CHICAGO STEM CELL THERAPY FOUNDER & MEDICAL DIRECTOR

Dr. Zaki Anwar is at the forefront of research and innovation in regenerative medicine. With more than 20 years in anesthesiology and interventional pain management, he founded Chicago Stem Cell Therapy to offer next-generation treatments that harness the body’s natural healing abilities to address various health concerns. His transformational treatments have helped patients suffering from neck and back pain, sports injuries, autoimmune disorders, neurological conditions, degenerative diseases including arthritis of the joints and more.

After obtaining his Doctor of Medicine degree, Dr. Anwar completed a residency in anesthesiology at Cook County and a fellowship in pain management at Vanderbilt University. His desire to offer nonsurgical, cutting-edge solutions to those seeking advanced medical alternatives led him to specialize in stem cell therapies, which can repair and regenerate tissue. Instead of masking or numbing pain like traditional pain management modalities, Dr. Anwar believes regenerative medicine offers dynamic possibilities for enhancing recovery, reducing pain and improving overall well-being.

Outside his clinical practice, this Modern Man has completed over 20 triathlons and was the first participant from Pakistan to compete in IronMan, which consists of a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bicycle ride and a full marathon on foot. To date, Dr. Anwar has completed seven IronMan triathlons. Having overcome physical injuries himself, he inspires and connects with his patients with unparalleled expertise, compassion and commitment.

Dr. Anwar actively participates in medical conferences and organizations worldwide and is a member of several professional societies, such as the American Academy of Pain Management, the North American Spine Society and the American Academy of Stem Cell Physicians.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICHAEL J. WEBDELL

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PAIN MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE LLC, FRANKFORT, IL

(Chief Executive Officer & Medical Director) 2002 to Present

The Pain Management Institute was established in October 2002 and currently has a pain fellowship trained Anesthesiologist, Nurse Practitioner, and partnerships with psychiatry, psychology, physical therapy, and many other resources for wellbeing.  Together, these professionals are working with you and for you to finally offer the relief you deserve.

• Joint Commission accredited for onsite surgical procedures
• Chicago Stem Cell Therapy & Pain Management Institute are staffed with clinical and surgical registered nurses and medical assistants with experience in pain management, patient education, and outpatient minimally invasive spinal procedures program
• Screening and prevention of substance abuse, including referrals to an addiction specialist if needed
• Psychological resources such as anger management, anxiety or depression coping skills, psychological evaluations or talk therapy referrals
• A multidisciplinary program with all the necessary modalities to treat all facets of wellness

POSTGRADUATE TRAINING AND EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

• Fellowship in Pain Management, Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee (March 99-March 2000
• Diplomate and Board Certification in Pain Management from AAPM. (July 93 – July 96)
• Residency in Anesthesiology. Cook County Hospital. Chicago, Illinois (July 93 – July 96)
• Transitional year residency, Cook County Hospital. Chicago, Illinois (July, 90 - Dec. 90)

  PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES

• International Spinal Injection Society (ISIS)
• American Academy of Pain Management (AAPM)
• Healthcare Information and Management System Society (HIMSS)
• Association of Medical Directors of Information System (AMDIS)
• American Society of Interventional Pain Management Physician (ASIPP)

• North American Spine Society (NASS)
• World Institute of Pain (WIP)
• Interventional Orthopedic Foundation
• American Academy of Stem Cell Physicians (AASCP)
• Cell Surgical Network (CSN)
• American Academy of Workers Compensation Physicians (AAWCP)

Alex, FNP

Family Nurse Practitioner

EDUCATION

2020 - 2022 DePaul University | Chicago, IL

• Master of Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner

Masters Thesis Project:

• A look at our healthcare systems and undocumented citizens

2010-2011 Chamberlain College of Nursing  | Chicago, IL

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Minor in Kinesiology

2009-2010 University of Illinois  | Chicago, IL

• Undergraduate Nursing

LICENSES

Illinois Nurse Practitioner Certified License  (#209.025736)

Illinois Registered Nurse License (#041387960)

CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Course (CPR/BLS)
• Case Management certified
• American Association of Nurse Practitioners   | Member

Languages: English, Spanish