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Canton, MI
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Dr. Walid A. Osta is a double board certified anesthesiologist and pain specialist through the American Board of Anesthesilogy. He is a member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA), the Michigan Society of Anesthesiologists (MSA), the American Medical Association (AMA), and the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians. Dr. Walid A. Osta, MD is committed to the newest, most current technologies and cutting-edge treatments that are tailored to the patient’s condition. He incorporates many advanced technologies in his practice such as spinal cord stimulators, indwelling infusion (Morphine) pumps, and radiofrequency ablation (lesioning) to more permanently eliminate the different pain conditions
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Anesthesiology
Pain Management
Doctor Q&A
9 Answers
26 Agrees
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A 66-year-old member asked:
Dr. Walid Ostaanswered
Anesthesiology 21 years experience
Neck Pain: This pain may be due to improper positions, maneuvers, or postures that you do on a daily basis. For example, if you work a certain job that requires ... Read More
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A 24-year-old member asked:
Dr. Walid Ostaanswered
Anesthesiology 21 years experience
Tooth pain: Usually a short course of a mild opioid such as tylenol (acetaminophen) with Codeine #2 or #3 for few days.
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Walid Ostaanswered
Anesthesiology 21 years experience
Yes: The main effect of symptomatic osteoarthritis is a negative impact on the activity of daily living.
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A 75-year-old member asked:
Dr. Walid Ostaanswered
Anesthesiology 21 years experience
Yes: If you have a history of migraines or even tension headaches, continous intake or abuse of NSAID can actually cause severe rebound headaches. This bes... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
Dr. Walid Ostaanswered
Anesthesiology 21 years experience
Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis can be simply defined as the degeneration of joints as a result of wear and tear. It happens to all us as we get older, however it may ... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. Walid Ostaanswered
Anesthesiology 21 years experience
NO: Narcotics are controlled substances. The main reason is individual and public safety. These medications should only be taken under the direction of a ... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Walid Ostaanswered
Anesthesiology 21 years experience
Risks of OA: Aging is the most common predicting factor for the development of osteoarthrits. It may be a natural process resulting from wear and tear of the joint... Read More
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A 26-year-old member asked:
Dr. Walid Ostaanswered
Anesthesiology 21 years experience
Multiple etiologies: The middle of the back is not a common place for disc disease, which is more common in the neck and the lower back. Depending on your age and your oth... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
Dr. Walid Ostaanswered
Anesthesiology 21 years experience
GI ISSUES AND PAIN: These symptoms could have totally independent origins such as irritable bowel disease co-existing with lumbar degenerative disk disease. However, you ... Read More
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TestimonialsRecommendations and Thank you notes are endorsements given from patients or other doctors.
Recommendations and Thank you notes are endorsements given from patients or other doctors.
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HealthTap member
Dec 16, 2012
My personal experience with Dr. Osta was pleasant, although my pain before I started visiting him was unpleasant. Dr. Osta listened carefully and attentively to my complaints and diagnosed the causes ...Read More
HealthTap member
Dec 16, 2012
Very friendly doctor and staff. I was very impressed by this doctor. He actually listens and treats me like a human being.
HealthTap member
Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Osta is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine, Lebanon
Graduated 2002MD
Residency
Wayne State University Affiliated Hospitals
Affiliations
American Society of Anesthesiologists
American Medical Association
International Spine Intervention Society
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