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Dr. Gaurav Gomez | Physiatrist & Pain Management Specialist in Bangalore

Dr. Gaurav Gomez is a Consultant in the Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences at Sakra World Hospital.

Dr. Gaurav Gomez is an experienced physiatrist and rehabilitation specialist with over 8.5 years of expertise in interventional pain management and neurological rehabilitation, delivering advanced, patient-centered care to improve function and quality of life.

Dr. Gaurav Gomez is an experienced and forward-thinking physiatrist with over 8.5 years of clinical expertise across leading medical institutions in India. He brings a strong blend of academic excellence, hands-on clinical experience, and a patient-centered approach to rehabilitation and pain management.

He completed his MBBS from St. John’s Medical College, Bangalore, followed by two years of rural service. He then pursued his MD in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation from Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore, one of India’s largest and most respected centers for brain and spinal injury rehabilitation. Further strengthening his expertise, he completed a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Neurological Rehabilitation from the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore, and a Fellowship in Pain Medicine from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.

Dr. Gaurav has also completed a certificate course in Essentials of Palliative Care from the Indian Association of Palliative Care (IAPC), reflecting his interest in integrating rehabilitation and pain management into palliative care. He is particularly passionate about improving quality of life in patients with chronic conditions and sees significant potential for recovery and functional improvement in the geriatric population.

His clinical expertise includes image-guided interventional pain management and comprehensive rehabilitation care. He regularly treats conditions such as spasticity, neuropathic pain, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), frozen shoulder, osteoarthritis, chronic back and neck pain, overuse injuries, and entrapment neuropathies.

Prior to joining the Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences, Dr. Gaurav has worked at reputed institutions including St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences, Bangalore; Kasturba Medical College Hospital, Mangalore; and Baptist Hospital, Bangalore. His experience spans high-volume government hospitals, mission hospitals, and corporate healthcare settings, giving him a well-rounded clinical perspective.

With a unique skill set among his peers, Dr. Gaurav combines advanced rehabilitation techniques with interventional pain medicine to deliver effective, evidence-based care. He is committed to providing high-quality, patient-focused treatment and continues to contribute to the evolving field of neuro-rehabilitation and pain management.

Dr. Gaurav Gomez | Physiatrist & Pain Management Specialist in Bangalore

  • M.B.B.S. (St. John’s Medical College, Bengaluru)
  • M.D. Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (CMC, Vellore)
  • Post-Doctoral Fellowship-Neurological Rehabilitation (NIMHANS, Bengaluru)
  • Fellowship in Pain Medicine (AIIMS, New Delhi)
  • Certification in Essentials of Palliative Care – Indian Association of Palliative Care (IAPC)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association

Dr. Gaurav Gomez | Physiatrist & Pain Management Specialist in Bangalore

  • Interventional Pain Management – Image-guided procedures using ultrasound and fluoroscopy
  • Neurological Rehabilitation – Stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, and neuromuscular disorders
  • Spasticity Management – Including botulinum toxin and neurolytic interventions
  • Chronic Pain Conditions – Back pain, neck pain, osteoarthritis, and overuse injuries
  • Neuropathic Pain & CRPS – Advanced diagnosis and targeted treatment approaches
  • Musculoskeletal Conditions – Frozen shoulder, entrapment neuropathies, sports injuries
  • Neurogenic Bladder Management & Urodynamics
  • Gait Analysis & Functional Rehabilitation
  • Palliative Care & Geriatric Rehabilitation

Dr. Gaurav Gomez | Physiatrist & Pain Management Specialist in Bangalore

  • “Young Investigator Award” – Asia Oceanian Congress of Neuro Rehabilitation (AOCNR).
  • Gold Medal – Dr. Hanumantha Rao Foundation, IAPMRCON.
  • 1st Prize – PMR Clinical Case Quiz, AIIPU CME.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Dr. Gaurav Gomez do as a physiatrist?

Dr. Gaurav Gomez is a Consultant in the Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences at Sakra World Hospital, Bangalore, and an experienced physiatrist specialising in physical medicine, rehabilitation and interventional pain management. He evaluates conditions affecting movement, function and physical independence and develops personalised treatment plans to reduce pain and improve quality of life.

What conditions does Dr. Gaurav Gomez treat?

Dr. Gaurav Gomez treats a range of musculoskeletal, neurological and pain-related conditions, including chronic back and neck pain, spasticity, neuropathic pain, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), frozen shoulder, osteoarthritis, overuse injuries and entrapment neuropathies. At Sakra World Hospital, he also provides specialised rehabilitation care for patients with neurological and functional impairments.
 

When should I consult Dr. Gaurav Gomez for pain or mobility problems?

You may consider consulting Dr. Gaurav Gomez at Sakra World Hospital if persistent pain, stiffness, weakness, reduced mobility or difficulty performing daily activities is affecting your quality of life. He can assess the underlying cause and recommend an appropriate rehabilitation, pain management or interventional treatment plan.
 

What is Dr. Gaurav Gomez’s role in pain management?

Dr. Gaurav Gomez combines rehabilitation medicine with image-guided interventional pain management to address both pain and its impact on physical function. At Sakra World Hospital, his approach may include rehabilitation, exercise, medication and targeted minimally invasive procedures depending on the patient's condition.

What pain management treatments does Dr. Gaurav Gomez provide?

Dr. Gaurav Gomez provides image-guided interventional pain management along with rehabilitation-based care at Sakra World Hospital, Bangalore. His clinical expertise includes the management of neuropathic pain, chronic back and neck pain, complex regional pain syndrome, musculoskeletal pain and other conditions affecting movement and function.
 

Can Dr. Gaurav Gomez help with chronic pain?

Yes. Dr. Gaurav Gomez has over 8.5 years of clinical experience in rehabilitation and interventional pain management. At Sakra World Hospital, he uses a combination of rehabilitation and appropriate pain-management approaches to help reduce chronic pain while improving movement, function and quality of life.

080 4969 4969

SY NO 52/2 & 52/3,
Devarabeesanahalli, Varthur
Hobli, Bangalore- 560 103

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