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About Michael Ghermezi, M.D.
Dr. Michael Ghermezi, M.D., is a pain management physician dedicated to providing thoughtful, evidence-based care for patients experiencing acute and chronic pain conditions. Dr. Ghermezi specializes in interventional pain management for spine, nerve, and musculoskeletal conditions.
A native of Los Angeles, Dr. Ghermezi's medical journey began with graduate studies at Columbia University, where he earned his Master's degree, followed by medical training at the Sackler School of Medicine.
He completed his residency training at Harbor–UCLA Medical Center, where he developed a strong foundation in comprehensive patient care and acute medical management. He then pursued advanced subspecialty training through a fellowship in pain medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
Dr. Ghermezi is committed to individualized treatment plans that focus on improving function, reducing pain, and enhancing quality of life for patients throughout California. For patients who cannot visit in person, telemedicine consultations are also available.
Credentials & Training
A foundation of academic and clinical excellence
- B.A., Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology — UCSB
- Master of Science (MS) — Columbia University
- M.D. — Sackler School of Medicine2013–2017
- Residency — Emergency Medicine, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center2017–2021
- Attending Physician — Procedure Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center2021–2023
- Pain Fellowship — Cedars-Sinai Medical Center2024–2025
Licenses & Certifications
- Board Certified in Emergency Medicine, Fellowship-Trained in Pain MedicineView Board Certification
- Fluoroscopy X-Ray Supervisor and Operator Permit — California Department of Public HealthView Permit
This permit supports the fluoroscopic image-guided procedures described on the Pain Management page.
- DEA — Active
- California Medical License — Active
- Curriculum VitaeView CV
Columbia University
Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Ichthus Injury Network
Sackler School of Medicine
American Board of Emergency Medicine
Super Doctors®
California Back & Pain SpecialistsHonors and Recognition
Los Angeles Magazine Top Doctors List — 2026
Dr. Michael Ghermezi's inclusion on the Los Angeles Magazine Top Doctors list reflects peer recognition and professional distinction within the medical community.
- 2026
Selected Publications
Peer-reviewed research contributions
Dr. Michael Ghermezi has contributed extensively to medical research and academic scholarship, with work published in peer-reviewed journals and presented in academic settings. His research reflects an ongoing commitment to evidence-based medicine and advances in patient care.
Michael Ghermezi, M.D.
Serum B-cell maturation antigen: a novel biomarker to predict outcomes for multiple myeloma patients.
Haematologica. 2017;102(4):785–795.
Michael Ghermezi, M.D.
Combined echocardiographic and cardiopulmonary exercise to assess determinants of exercise limitation in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. (contributing author)
Journal of the American Society of Echocardiography 34.2 (2021): 146-155.
Michael Ghermezi, M.D.
Sex differences in heart failure patients assessed by combined echocardiographic and cardiopulmonary exercise testing. (contributing author)
Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine, 2023.
Academic Contributions
Presentations and educational initiatives
Dr. Michael Ghermezi has also contributed to academic presentations and educational initiatives within the field of pain medicine.
Michael Ghermezi, M.D.
Improving Outpatient Chronic Pain Management and Resident Education by Developing Collaborative Educational Resources
Poster presentation · American Society of Regional Anesthesia Pain Medicine Conference, 2024
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