Dr. Nomen Azeem, MD, FAAPMR

About Dr. Nomen Azeem

Dr. Nomen Azeem is a double board-certified interventional pain and sports medicine physician with a reputation for clinical innovation and compassionate care. He serves as the Founder and CEO of Florida Spine & Pain Specialists and the Program Director of its Interventional Spine Fellowship.

Dr. Azeem completed his undergraduate studies at James Madison University and earned his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine. He went on to complete his internship at Medstar Harbor Hospital Center and his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, where he served as chief resident.

Following a faculty position at Medstar Georgetown, Dr. Azeem completed an ACGME-accredited interventional pain fellowship at Temple University Hospital under the guidance of internationally renowned physician Dr. Frank J.E. Falco.

After relocating to Florida, Dr. Azeem developed the region’s first successful non-opioid interventional pain clinic and remains a strong advocate for personalized, non-surgical treatment strategies. He is known for involving both patients and their families in care decisions and for tailoring treatment plans that focus on long-term relief and function.

Dr. Azeem continues to conduct research and author peer-reviewed publications in addition to treating patients. President, Florida Society of Pain & Neuroscience, Chair of Strategic Development for State Society Engagement and Advocacy, American Society of Pain & Neuroscience, and Board of Directors, Florida Prescription Drug Monitoring Foundation.

Professional Leadership & Affiliations

Dr. Azeem holds numerous leadership roles across national and global pain medicine organizations.

These include:

• Medical Director, West Florida Surgical Suites Executive
• Board Member, American Society of Pain & Neuroscience
• Treasurer, Global Spine Initiative
• Chairman, Foundation of Innovative Spine Procedures
• Board of Directors, World Academy of Pain Medicine United
• Board of Directors, Florida Prescription Drug Monitoring Program Foundation
• President, Florida Society of Pain & Neuroscience
• Chair of Strategic Development, State Society Engagement & Advocacy, ASPN

Philosophy

“Pain does not discriminate regardless of age, gender, race, or activity level. I understand that pain can affect a person physically, emotionally, and socially, with at times debilitating effects that are often overlooked or misunderstood. My goal is to deliver personalized care that incorporates patient education and offers innovative, long-term solutions for managing pain. I believe that by building a relationship with each patient and using a team-oriented approach to provide relief for those that suffer, together, we can restore your quality of life.”