Tejas N. Shah, MD

Tejas Shah, MD, is Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) and fellowship-trained in Interventional Pain Medicine. He sees patients at the Eisenhower Desert Orthopedic Center Pain Management Center in Palm Springs and Rancho Mirage. After medical school, Dr. Shah completed a transitional residency year at Southern Hills Hospital in Las Vegas, followed by a residency in PM&R at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA. He most recently completed a fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans.

Dr. Shah''s interest in medicine began during his undergraduate studies in biology. "While in college, I was initially unsure of which field I wanted to pursue, but I knew I wanted to work in health sciences to make a positive difference in people's lives," says Dr. Shah. "Although I spent much of my time in bench research, I found myself drawn to the social dynamic of treating patients rather than working in a lab. This became clearer as I volunteered and shadowed physicians in hospitals." As a sports enthusiast, Dr. Shah initially considered specializing in sports medicine, which led him to pursue PM&R. "While my original goal was to subspecialize in sports medicine, I discovered Interventional Pain Medicine, which resonated with me more because so many patients, regardless of the underlying cause, struggle with pain. Helping patients overcome pain and restore functionality aligned with my mission in medicine."

Dr. Shah employs a patient-centered, holistic approach to treatment. "I focus on the body as a whole system, recognizing that each patient's pain is unique. Identifying the source of the pain is critical, as it may originate from a different location than where it is felt. As the saying goes, one size does not fit all." He emphasizes the importance of educating patients about their treatment. "The word 'doctor' comes from the Latin word for teacher. My goal is to ensure patients understand my thought processes as we embark on their journey to manage pain and improve their quality of life."