He is smart, knowledgeable about his field and able to communicate to the patient (my mom) about her condition and possible resolutions. He takes the necessary time to answer questions and discusses realistic expectations. He is a blessing in the face of mom's debilitating, spinal, age-related, pain. (I say this as her daughter and a fellow health-professional.)
April 30, 2013C. Vicki G.Verified patient
Dr.Soto is patient, informed, and eager to listen. His treatments take into account one's special needs.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
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Eli Soto, MD is a Pain Management Specialist. They are affiliated with Beth Israel Medical Group. Eli Soto was board certified by American Board of Internal Medicine, Hospice and Palliative Care (Internal Medicine), American Board of Pain Medicine, American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation).
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - University of Puerto Rico
Universidad de Puerto Rico (Bachelor’s)
Harvard University, Mount Auburn Hospital, Residency in Internal Medicine
National Institutes of Health Clinical Center, Fellowship in Hospice and Palliative Care
Beth Israel Medical Center, Fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine
Beth Israel Medical Center, Research Fellowship in Pain Medicine
American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Professional memberships
Society of Brain Mapping and Therapeutics
American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians
World Institute of Pain
International Spine Intervention Society
American Pain Society
American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine
North American Neuromodulation Society
Eastern Pain Association
Awards and publications
Acute Pain Service Team - Beatrice Renfield Circle of Excellence Award for Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Magna cum laude, School of Medicine, University of Puerto Rico, San Juan, PR
Community Mentorship Program Award, School of Medicine, University of PR, San Juan, PR
Summa cum laude Degree in General Sciences University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras, PR
Dean’s List, University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus, PR
Honor Student, Natural Science Faculty, University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras, PR
Soto E. Relevance of ketamine in the management of cancer pain. Annals of Palliative Medicine 2013;2(1):40-42.
Soto E, Hao J, Knotkova H, Cruciani RA. (2013) Prescribing Methadone Safely. In Ricardo A. Cruciani & Helena Knotkova (Eds.), Handbook of Methadone Prescribing and Buprenorphine Therapy. New York, NY. Springer Publishing. (in press)
Soto E, Fall-Dickson J, Berger A. (2013). Mucosa Manifestations and Complications. In Ann M. Berger, John L. Shuster Jr. & Jamie H. Von Roenn (Eds.), Principles and Practice of Palliative Care and Supportive Oncology (4th Ed). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins.
Soto E. Introduction: A comprehensive review of primary headache treatment. Techniques in Regional Anesthesia and Pain Management 2012;16:2-3.
Soto E, Bobr V, Bax JA. Interventional techniques for headaches. Techniques in Regional Anesthesia and Pain Management 2012;16:30-40.
Soto E, Hao J, Knotkova H, Cruciani R. Central Neurostimulation Techniques for Primary Headaches. Techniques in Regional Anesthesia and Pain Management 2012;16:47-56.
Soto E, Abbatematteo D, Patel S. Peripheral Neurostimulation Techniques for Primary Headaches. Techniques in Regional Anesthesia and Pain Management 2012;16:57-68.
Soto E, Knotkova H, Cruciani RA. (2012) Manipulación de la Adaptación Neuronal como Estrategia para Tratar Dolor Crónico. In Guidelines in Multidisciplinary Pain Management. III European Multidisciplinary Pain Meeting, VII Multidisciplinary Mediterranean Pain Forum. European Foundation for Health, Research and Education. Menorca, Spain.
Soto E, Stewart D, Mannes A, Ruppert S, Baker K, Zlott D, Handel D, Berger A. Oral Ketamine in the Palliative Care Setting: A Review of the Literature and Case Report of a Patient with NF1 and Glomus Tumor-Associated CRPS. Am J Hosp Palliat Care 29(4):308-317, 2012 [Epub 2011 Jul 29]
Knotkova H, Rosedale M, Strauss, SM, Horne J, Soto E, Cruciani RA, Malaspina D, Malamud D. Using Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) to Treat Depression in HIV-Infected Persons: The outcomes of a feasibility study. Front Psychiatry 3:59, 2012 [Epub 2012 Jun 18]
Cruciani R & Soto E. Impacto de los nuevos fentanilos en el tratamiento del dolor irruptivo. Rev Soc Esp Dolor 18(4), 2011
Soto E & Berger A. (2011). Core skills physical and psychological symptoms: Nausea and Vomiting. In Linda L. Emanuel & S. Lawrence Librach (Eds.), Palliative Care: Core Skills and Clinical Competencies (2nd Ed., p.p. 115-128). Philadelpia, PA: Elsevier.
Soto E, Fall-Dickson J, Berger A. (2011). Management of Adverse Effects of Treatment: Oral Complications. In Vincent T. DeVita, Theodore S. Lawrence & Steven A. Rosenberg (Eds.), Principles and Practice of Oncology (9th Ed). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins.
Knotkova H, Nafissi A, Soto E, Rasche D, Cruciani R. (2011). Brain stimulation for the treatment of neuropathic facial pain. In Helena Knotkova, Ricardo A. Cruciani & Joav Merrick (Eds.), Neural Plasticity in Chronic Pain (p.p.131-152). New York, NY: Nova Biomedical Books.
Ocaña A, Martin G, Ceballos G, Marcos G, Soto E, García R, Cruz-Hernández J. Severe headache and meningeal signs in patient with prostate cancer. Forhos Magazine (Continue Medical Education), 7(2); 2004
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1598950990
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All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.73
Wait time
4.30
Bedside manner
4.70
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11 reviews
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very professional unfortunately i wasnt able to get any medicine for my stomach and back pain on a first visit
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr.Soto is patient, informed, and eager to listen. His treatments take into account one's special needs.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
This is the doctor that payed most attention to me ever, and I'm 62 years old!
April 30, 2013Initials hidden
Outstanding ability to communicate and relate to patient and patient's issues. Excellent use of (visual) aids to help explain patient's condition and proposed treatment. Time spent to be sure patient's questions and concerns were answered.
More than 1 year agoC. Vicki G.Verified patient
My appointment was at 9:00AM and Dr. Soto called me back at exactly 9:00AM. Dr. Soto is an excellent Doctor who carefully explains his treatment procedures. He knows my patient history and he listens carefully. I highly recommend Dr. Soto.
More than 1 year agoAS
He is smart, knowledgeable about his field and able to communicate to the patient (my mom) about her condition and possible resolutions. He takes the necessary time to answer questions and discusses realistic expectations. He is a blessing in the face of mom's debilitating, spinal, age-related, pain. (I say this as her daughter and a fellow health-professional.)
April 30, 2013C. Vicki G.Verified patient
Great Doctor. Patient, smart, kind and empathic. Took a thorough history, did a thorough exam, reviewed my MRI with me, listened to my concerns, and explained my diagnosis as well as treatment regimen. He even showed me a computer animation of my upcoming procedure. He helped manage not only my pain, but my expectations of treatment as well.
April 9, 2013Robert B.Verified patient
canceled Appointment on me
April 19, 2013Initials hidden
Dr. Soto is a kind, caring & thorough physician. He patiently listens, reflects & responds. He promptly answers questions in the office & after hours.
More than 1 year agoER
Dr Soto is the first Pain Management Specialist I have ever been treated by. Within only a few visits, he has been able to successfully treat several chronic back pains for which no other treatments I received in the last 30 years had ever worked. In addition to being an extremely knowledgable and competent physician in his field, Dr Soto has always thoroughly answered any question I may have had concerning my condition. He is also very personable and compassionate. I could not have wished for a better doctor. Highly recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hospital is Dr. Eli Soto affiliated with?
Dr. Eli Soto is affiliated with Beth Israel Medical Group.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eli Soto have?
Dr. Eli Soto is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine, Hospice and Palliative Care (Internal Medicine), American Board of Pain Medicine, American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Eli Soto?
Dr. Eli Soto frequently sees patients for Herniated Disk, Pain Management Consultation, Pain Medication Prescription, Pain Medicine Follow Up, and Spine Deformation / Scoliosis . You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Eli Soto on their profile.
11 patients have reviewed Dr. Eli Soto. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.73/5. They have a 4.7/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.3/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.