Dr. Ivan Edwards D.O., Pain Management Specialist
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Dr. Ivan Edwards D.O.

Physiatrist (Physical Medicine) | Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

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San Antonio zip codes San Antonio Texas, 78258
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About

Dr. Rev. Ivan Edwards (DO, FAAPMR, FRSA) is more than just a medical doctor. He is a multifaceted professional, serving as the CEO and owner of a healthcare entity, a Reserve military officer, an ordained minister, a community leader with both local and international affiliations, and an international motivational speaker.

As a renowned specialist, Dr. Edwards treats a wide variety of conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, bones, joints, muscles, nerves, ligaments, and tendons. His expertise spans medical rehabilitation, musculoskeletal medicine, and comprehensive pain management. He is board-certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

Dr. Edwards is the CEO and owner of JOVANA Rehabilitation Medicine & Pain in San Antonio, TX. He consults in numerous facilities and sees patients both in-office and inpatient.

A military veteran, Dr. Edwards proudly serves as a USAF Flight Surgeon at the rank of Lt. Colonel. He previously served as the Health and Wellness physician for the San Antonio Fire Department for over five years.

In leadership roles, Dr. Edwards is a board member of several hospital executive committees and leads other business entities. He has assisted in numerous court cases related to injuries, trauma, and rehabilitation.

His memberships include the Aerospace Medical Association, the Military Officers Association of America, and the Society of USAF Flight Surgeons. He is an elected Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) and the Royal Society of Medicine (London, UK).

As an ordained minister, Dr. Rev. Edwards has pastored two churches, one in Uganda and another in New Hampshire. He integrates spiritual guidance with his professional roles, providing a holistic approach to care and leadership.

An international motivational speaker, Dr. Edwards has spoken on a wide range of topics, including health, the human condition, personal growth, and the environment. He has also organized annual symposiums on resilience in San Antonio, TX.

In recognition of his accomplishments and service, Dr. Rev. Edwards holds the honorary title of Kentucky Colonel.

 

Education and Training

East Virginia Medical School Certificate - Medicine 2005

UTHSCSA Board Certificate - PM&R 2008

USAF School of Aerospace Med Certificate - Flight Surgeon 2016

Midwestern University DO 2004

Rivier University BS (cum laude) 1999

Board Certification

American Osteopathic Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Medicine

Physical Medicine and RehabilitationAmerican Board of Physical Medicine and RehabilitationABPMR

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Dr. Ivan Edwards D.O.'s Expert Contributions
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    Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a common condition that results in the loss of the normal range of motion in the affected shoulder. It can be painful, rigid and disabling. It generally affects women more than men (in the age group of 40 to 60). Left untreated, a frozen shoulder gets worse and ultimately results in the disability of the affected shoulder. You should see a physiatrist (a PM&R specialist) who can assist you in treatment and send you to the right therapist for continued care. READ MORE

  • What does a physiatrist do for back pain?

    Physiatrists are specially trained in the complex area of musculoskeletal issues; they have expertise related to issues and matters of bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, rehabilitation and pain. Like any other specially, however, not all physiatrists treat back pain--since the specialty Of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation is broad. Some physiatrists treat brain issues (like TBI non-surgically); some treat spine issues (like spinal cord injuries non-surgically), while others can treat neurological issues from carpal tunnel, neuropathy, spasticity to MS and Parkinson's disease. Overall, all physiatrists are trained to improve and/or restore function in a patient with painful syndromes, injury, illness, and disability. A physiatrist who treats back pain is highly trained in the appropriate diagnosis and treatment of the condition, including what physical or occupational therapy is required to provide the best outcome. So, seeing a physiatrist will ensure that you are getting treatment form a well trained specialist, who is also providing the best oversight to your rehab course. Seeing a physiatrist ensures that you will get holistic care in the treatment of your back pain. If holistic care is what you seek, then go see a physiatrist! A physiatrist who treats low back pain would have the expertise to do the following for you, if needed: a) NCS/EMG studies to assess what nerves have been affected in your disease process. b) Peripheral joint injections (in treatment) for any joints or parts co-existing or contributing to your overall back pain. . c) Trigger point injections for chronic myofascial (soft-tissue) pain associated with your back pain. d) Execution of modalities, such as heat, cold, manual manipulation (in the case of an osteopathic trained physiatrist), relative to treatment of your back pain. e) Execution of ultrasound guided injections, interventional spinal injections and other procedures, such as prolotherapy, platelet rich plasma injections, and autologous stem cell treatments (for those trained in these areas), relative to diagnosis and treatment of your back pain. f) Management of pain and associated conditions using various medications and narcotics - physiatrists that treat pain syndromes, of note, have expertise in pain medications and spasticity medications. READ MORE

  • When should I see a doctor about tailbone pain?

    You should see a doctor, specifically a physiatrist--a PM&R specialist--who treats pain syndromes, if the following scenarios arise: a) you develop worsening pain over a span of a few days b) you develop fever, chills, or malaise c) you develop bleeding, fluid drainage of any kind, warmth, redness or a wound of any kind d) you develop a mass or growth READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Musculoskeletal medicinePain managementBrain injuryNeuro-rehabilitationMuscle, nerve and joint painJoint injectionsBotox procedures and spasticity managementBack painOsteopathic medicineNCS-EMG studiesUltrasound guided proceduresHolistic medicine

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor UIWSOM 2022 - Present

Awards

  • Patients' Choice Awards (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021) 2020 Vitals Patient Reviews 
  • Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020) 2020 Vitals Patient Reviews 
  • Top 10 Doctor - State (2014) 2014 Vitals Patient Reviews 
  • Compassionate Doctor Award - 5 Year Honoree (2020, 2018, 2017) 2017 Vitals Patient Reviews 
  • On-Time Doctor Award (2020, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015) 2020 Vitals Patient Reviews 
  • Patients' Choice 5th Anniversary Award (2020, 2018, 2017) 2020 Vitals Patient Reviews 
  • Compassionate Doctor Award - 5 Year Honoree (2020, 2018, 2017) 2020 Vitals Patient Reviews 
  • Fellow, Royal Society of the Arts 2021 The Royal Society of the Arts 
  • Kentucky Colonel 2021 Governor of the Commonwealth of Kentucky 

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation  
  • Aerospace Medical Association  
  • Texas Medical Association  
  • Military Officers Association of America  
  • Society of USAF Flight Surgeons  
  • Fellow, Royal Society of Medicine  

Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors

  • Healing Springs
  • Uganda Missions - Child sponsorship program (1990)

Dr. Ivan Edwards D.O.'s Practice location

Numerous facilities

San Antonio zip codes -
San Antonio, Texas 78258
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Jovana Rehabilitation Medicine Pain

6502 Bandera Rd, Ste 102 -
San Antonio, TX, TX 78238
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