Dr. Irfan Lalani, MD
Pain Management Specialist
16605 Southwest Freeway, Ste. 320, Sugar Land, TX 77479
At a glance
4.63 stars (8 reviews)
93% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 16 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Aga Khan University Medical College, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Works at Irfan Lalani MD PA
4.63
8 reviews
Bedside manner
4.4
Wait time
4.0
Recent reviews
Doctor Lalani was very pleasant and very professional. He listened and made several diagnoses and administered a battery of test that revealed my problem. He referred me to an orthopedic specialist to correct the problem. Office staff was very pleasant as well. I would recommend this doctor.
August 3, 2012Darren F.Verified patient
Very comforting & professional manner. I am pleased that surgical intervention was not needed or reccomended.
More than 1 year agoJK
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Nerve damage due to alcohol, cancer, other
Alzheimer's Dementia
Carpal tunnel & related syndromes
Neck pain and spine problems
Fibromyalgia and chronic pain and fatigue
Lower back pain
Nerve damage due to alcohol, cancer, other
Alzheimer's Dementia
Carpal tunnel & related syndromes
Neck pain and spine problems
More about Dr. Irfan Lalani, MD
Thanks to his unique and specialized background in neurology, Dr. Irfan Lalani uses his in-depth understanding to really help treat patients by offering them comprehensive diagnostic and treatment plans. After graduating as valedictorian from Agha Khan University Medical College in Pakistan, Dr. Irfan Lalani continued his education at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston and was chosen to serve as the Chief Resident during that time because of his clinical and academic excellence. He then placed first in a nationwide examination of neurologists in training.
After a fellowship in anesthesia-pain medicine at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Dr. Lalani joined the UT MD Anderson Department of Anesthesiology as an Assistant Professor and has published numerous textbook chapters and papers in peer reviewed journals addressing contemporary issues in pain management and neurology.
Dr. Lalani has extensive experience in performing and teaching a variety of interventional procedures for pain control including nerve blocks, botulinum toxin injections, epidural steroid injections, radiofrequency neurotomy, implantable nerve and spinal cord stimulators as well as intrathecal pumps. He treats a wide range of painful conditions including back and neck pain, arthritis, chronic headache syndromes, neuropathy, pelvic pain, cancer pain, vertebral compression fractures, complex regional pain syndrome (also known as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy), shingles and chronic pain after surgery.
Dr. Lalani is dedicated to helping patients improve their quality of life by helping them find liberation from their pain.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Aga Khan University Medical College, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Baylor College of Medicine, Residency in Neurology
University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Fellowship in Pain Management
Baylor College of Medicine (Internship)
Practice
Irfan Lalani MD PA
Affiliation
Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital
Methodist Sugar Land Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Pain Medicine (Psychiatry and Neurology)
Background
Languages spoken
English
Hindi
Urdu
Gujarati
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1154472017
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.63
Wait time
4.00
Bedside manner
4.43
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8 reviews
Most relevant
Very comforting & professional manner. I am pleased that surgical intervention was not needed or reccomended.
More than 1 year agoJK
Very professional and knowledgable.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very satisfactory.
More than 1 year agoIS
Unlike some doctors, Dr. Lalani does not rush through the appointment. He assures that all issues & questions have been addressed.
More than 1 year agoSM
Doctor Lalani was very pleasant and very professional. He listened and made several diagnoses and administered a battery of test that revealed my problem. He referred me to an orthopedic specialist to correct the problem. Office staff was very pleasant as well. I would recommend this doctor.
August 3, 2012Darren F.Verified patient
July 15, 2012Karl Y.Verified patient
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Which hospital is Dr. Irfan Lalani affiliated with?
Dr. Irfan Lalani is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital and Methodist Sugar Land Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Irfan Lalani work with?
Dr. Irfan Lalani works with Irfan Lalani MD PA.
Where is Dr. Irfan Lalani's office located?
Dr. Irfan Lalani's office is located at 16605 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, TX 77479.
Which board certifications does Dr. Irfan Lalani have?
Dr. Irfan Lalani is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Pain Medicine (Psychiatry and Neurology).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Irfan Lalani?
Dr. Irfan Lalani frequently sees patients for Back Pain, Neurology Consultation, Pain Management Consultation, Shoulder Pain, and Spine Deformation / Scoliosis . You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Irfan Lalani on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Irfan Lalani speak?
Dr. Irfan Lalani speaks English, Hindi, Urdu, and Gujarati.
How do patients rate Dr. Irfan Lalani in reviews?
8 patients have reviewed Dr. Irfan Lalani. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.62/5. They have a 4.43/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.