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By Chris Leahy, PA-C Orthopedic and Reconstructive Surgery Chances are, you’ve had a sudden muscle cramp, often referred to as a...
“The best way to come up with a treatment plan for a patient is to really listen, get to know them as a whole person, and ask the right questions.”
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Dr. James Celestin thought about becoming a lawyer or a teacher while in college at Harvard University, but ultimately he kept coming back to medicine. “My parents were immigrants and they put a lot of emphasis on education when I was young,” he explains. “I thought about different careers, but I always wanted to do something that would have a positive and real impact on the lives of others.”
Dr. Celestin has a multidisciplinary training background which incorporates diverse fields such as anesthesiology, psychiatry, and interventional pain medicine, and he uses his skills to provide comprehensive care for all of his patients. According to Dr. Celestin, there has been a great deal of advancement in pain medicine over the last 10 years. “We’ve gained a lot of knowledge regarding the neuroscience of pain and this has led to different approaches and modalities for treatment.”
Some of the procedures Dr. Celestin performs in his practice range from epidural injections for back or neck pain to the percutaneous implantation of devices such as a spinal cord stimulator for patients for whom more invasive surgeries have already failed. “These days there are so many options we can offer and so much we can do for our patients who are suffering from pain, it makes it very exciting and rewarding to be a doctor in my field. I feel like I can really make a difference for the people I care for.”
Dr. Celestin believes that every patient he sees is unique and needs a singular approach. “Some patients may not want to have surgery, some people don’t want to have an injection; others are more interested in complementary and holistic treatments. The best way to come up with a treatment plan for a patient is to really listen, get to know them as a whole person, and ask the right questions.”
In his spare time, Dr. Celestin enjoys being with his family. He is also an avid reader, and enjoys running and has participated in two Boston marathons.
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This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Making my appointment when I was in so much pain the lady on the phone made me feel I would never get an appointment
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
#4. Excellent & family members.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
He is respectful Dr
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr Celestin treats me as though I am a part of his family. I have full faith in him as a Dr. I trust him fully with my care
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Very highly recommended, I wish I met him the beginning of my problem. Very good one.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Primarily, Dr. Celistin said that there is nothing more they can do for me other than for me to contact my Primary for a stronger pain medication. All other treatments they have tried have not been successful for me. (because of my heart condition, I choose not to have knee surgery). I do not know if he reviewed my prescription medications or not but he seemed to know right away that he would not be able to help me other than referring me back to my Primary. He was very kind and considerate.
This patient rated the doctor 1 out of 5 stars.
I asked a question and was told "I know what it means. Without receiving an answer.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr Jim Celestin has been great in his efforts to alleviate my pain and difficulty walking. I've been coming to him for over 3 years.
This patient rated the doctor 3.75 out of 5 stars.
Felt Doctor was rushed during my appointment. Didn't feel. Like I had time to ask a few questions.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr Celestin was very kind and considerate
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr Celestin is caring, professional, and helpful. He discusses options and informs patients, and listens and responds to concerns and questions
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr Celestine is great and I've already recommended him to my mom and friend
This patient rated the doctor 1.4 out of 5 stars.
We didn't talk about the procedure. I was asked if I had a ride and was told to sign documents. The doctor was in and out in-between so no questions could really be asked
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr Celestin is very caring. Very nice.Love him
Physiatry
Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology - General
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology - Pain Medicine
Medical Education: Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Internship: Mount Auburn Hospital
Residency: Brigham & Women's Hospital
Fellowship: Brigham & Women's Hospital (Pain Medicine)
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