Who We Are

Thank you for choosing the Pain Experts

Our pain management clinicians and patients have a very important factor in common… we all deal with pain every day. We recognize our patients have a choice when it comes to selecting a pain management physician or clinic, and we want to thank you for placing your trust in our clinical team. Learn more about each member of the API Team below.

Our Team

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MOHAMED ELKERSH, MD

It is very important for me to understand my patients’ symptoms and how their pain is affecting their lives. Placing myself in their shoes and listening to them leads me to suggest the best approaches for true, customized pain relief and control.”
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KEN EHRHARDT, MD

I find it very rewarding to help my patients who suffer from severe pain get back to doing the activities they enjoy.  I strive to treat my patients with compassionate care while offering minimally invasive interventional pain procedures. It is a privilege to be able to return to my home in Southeast Louisiana from my training in Boston and treat patients here on the Northshore.
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ASHLEY BRATTON, FNP-C

As a Nurse Practitioner, my mission is to provide the highest quality of care to my patients in an individualized and caring manner. My goal is to help my patients understand their health problems and to provide an appropriate plan of care. I believe it is my responsibility to help patients make informed decisions regarding their healthcare.”
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STEVE LEE, MD

It is imperative that we look beyond the symptoms to see the real cause of the pain and discomfort. I take the time for a thorough diagnostic exam. After I have this information, I can then work with my patient to create a plan of action to help alleviate as much pain as possible.”
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COURTNEY COYLE, PA

In many instances, patients have suffered a great deal before they present to a pain management provider. My goal is to help establish a comprehensive plan in a team approach with the patient, their physicians and family members to regain optimal quality of life.”
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C. ANN CONN, MD

My primary goal is to provide comprehensive, state-of-the-art care in an environment of comfortable compassion. I am triple Board Certified in Neurology, Pain Management, and Headache Medicine.  An important role I play in the care of patients — particularly during the ongoing opioid crisis — is to treat those with a history of addiction and pain issues.
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DAVID J. DYKES JR, FNP-C

The words ‘chronic pain’ can be two of the most painful words for a patient to say. Being an RN prior to a nurse practitioner afforded me the experience of providing one-on-one care with these patients. My personal dedication is to provide a level of care based on a compre-hensive approach, placing emphasis on the total well being of each and every patient.”
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We are the Pain Experts

Skill, professionalism and empathy are what define us. We are experts in pain, it affects the mind, body and soul. With us you can trust that your overall well-being is our goal. You will feel pain relief and  overall life improvement.

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