best possible outcome for our patients.
Spinal Therapeutics
Interventional Medicine
Welcome to MERIDIAN SPINE
Spinal Therapeutics Interventional Medicine
Advanced Spine & Pain Care in Brickell, Miami
At Meridian Spine, our goal is to improve the quality of life for people suffering from chronic pain and spinal conditions. As a nationally recognized center of excellence in spine care, we offer cutting-edge, evidence-based treatments and minimally invasive procedures to help patients achieve lasting relief.
Located in the West Brickell area known as “The Roads,” our modern facility features a Certified Operating Room approved by the State of Florida, allowing us to perform outpatient procedures on-site with comfort and convenience. Our experienced team collaborates with physical therapists, psychologists, and specialists to create personalized, patient-centered treatment plans that prioritize efficiency, safety, and results.
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Conditions We Treat
When pain lasts for more than a few months, it becomes chronic and should not be ignored. Chronic pain can affect any part of the body and often stems from complex, hard-to-diagnose sources. At Meridian Spine, we use a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to accurately diagnose and effectively manage chronic pain—helping you reclaim your quality of life.
Some of the more common diagnoses include:
- Neck and Back Pain from Disc Herniation
- Spinal Stenosis
- Radiculopathies
- Shoulder, Knee and Hip Pain
- Pelvic Syndromes such as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy and Pudendal Neuralgia
- Instability and Dystonia of the Cranio-Cervical Junction
- Post-laminectomy/Fusion Syndrome
- TMJ/Migraines/Headaches
- Cancer Pain
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Spinal Therapeutics Interventional Medicine
At Meridian Spine, our expert team takes a comprehensive, science-based approach to diagnosing and treating chronic pain and spinal conditions. Whether your condition requires conservative medical management or surgical intervention, we focus on identifying the root cause of your pain to deliver real, lasting relief.
Your Meridian physician will always explore non-surgical treatment options first, which may include medication, radiofrequency ablation, physical therapy, spinal cord stimulation, or image-guided injection therapies. For patients who require surgery, we specialize in the latest minimally invasive spine procedures—offering less pain, reduced recovery time, and a quicker return to daily life. From chronic back pain and herniated discs to spinal stenosis and nerve compression, Meridian Spine delivers advanced, personalized care designed to get you back to living pain-free.
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Conditions We Treat
At Meridian Spine, we begin with non-surgical treatments such as medication, physical therapy, radiofrequency ablation, spinal cord stimulation, and targeted injections. When surgery is necessary, we use advanced minimally invasive techniques to minimize pain and speed up recovery. Many procedures are performed onsite in our Certified Operating Room, providing the convenience of in-office surgery without a hospital visit.
Some treatment procedures include:
- Stem Cell Therapy
- Platelet Rich Plasma Injections to Spine and Joints
- Spinal Injections such as Epidural Steroid Injections, Facet Blocks, Stellate and Sympathetic Blocks and Dorsal Root Ganglion and Spinal Cord Stimulation
- Percutaneous Discectomies
- Botulinum Toxin Injections
- Spinal Endoscopic Procedures
- Radiofrequency Lesioning for Cervical and Lumbar Facets (RFTC)
- Intra-articular Joint Hyaluronic Acid Injections to the Knee, Shoulder, TMJ and Hip
Advanced Pain Management from Fellowship-Trained Specialists
When pain lasts for more than a few months, it becomes chronic and should not be ignored. Chronic pain can affect any part of the body and often stems from complex, hard-to-diagnose sources. That’s why it’s essential to work with a fellowship-trained pain specialist who understands how to uncover and treat the root cause. At Meridian Spine, we use a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to accurately diagnose and effectively manage chronic pain—helping you reclaim your quality of life without unnecessary delays.
At Meridian Spine, your physician will always explore non-surgical treatment options first, including advanced therapies like physical therapy, bracing, muscle stimulation, and medication. However, when surgery is necessary, we make the experience as easy and stress-free as possible. Our state-of-the-art facility features the most modern diagnostic and treatment equipment available—right in our office—allowing us to diagnose and treat patients on the spot.
Meridian Spine is proud to have a Certified Operating Room approved by the Florida Department of Health (#OSR1950), enabling us to perform outpatient surgical procedures in the comfort of our office, without the need for hospital check-ins. We also specialize in the latest minimally invasive surgical techniques, which often result in less postoperative pain and faster recovery times, helping you get back to your life with confidence.
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Meridian Spinal Therapeutics Interventional Medicine
At Meridian Spine, we proudly accept all major insurance plans, including most HMOs, Auto Insurance, Medicare, and Workers’ Compensation. Our team has extensive experience handling Workers’ Compensation cases and is recognized for helping injured workers return to work safely, efficiently, and with lasting results. In addition to comprehensive spine and pain management services, we also provide Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs), second medical opinions, and expert witness testimony for legal and insurance-related cases.
Meet Our Doctors: Dedicated Experts in Spine and Pain Care
At Meridian Spine, our doctors are the heart of everything we do. We’re proud of the expertise, compassion, and commitment each member of our medical team brings to patient care. With a collaborative, patient-centered approach, our staff works closely together to support your recovery journey—delivering the highest standard of care in spine health, pain management, and minimally invasive treatments.
Ronald Freeman DeMeo, MD
Meridian Spine
One of the first fellowship trained interventional pain management physicians in the US. After completing his training at the Baylor College of Medicine, he remained as an Assistant Professor in the Departments of Anesthesia and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. DeMeo has trained numerous physicians, lectures nationally, been awarded many research grants, published numerous papers, and continues to conduct leading edge research in the field of spinal surgery.
Dr. Edward C. Rivero
Pain Management & Orthopedic Specialist
Dr. Edward C. Rivero brings a unique and well-rounded perspective to patient care, with over two decades of experience in both chiropractic and advanced clinical medicine.
Why Choose Us
Our physicians hold staff privileges at a number of local hospitals, and work closely with a team of Physical Therapists, Psychologists, and Medical Specialists to develop an individualized treatment plan for each patient.
At Meridian, we take pride in working as a team to achieve the best possible outcome for our patients. We insure that our treatments are well suited to our patients’ diagnosis, life style, and treatment goals.
If intervention is recommended, we only perform them at a fully accredited ambulatory surgical center and hospital. To insure the best outcome, most interventions will be performed under fluoroscopic guidance and monitored anesthesia.
Meridian Spine
Providing Focused, Result Driven, Interventional Pain Medicine, Research, Innovation and Health Safety.
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2801 SW 3rd Avenue 3rd Floor Miami, FL 33129
Visit us in West Brickell – The Roads
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