M.D., M.S.
Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, City of Hope Chicago
As an Interventional Pain Specialist at City of Hope, Dr. Abed Rahman works with patients to help manage pain, improve quality of life and reduce dependence on medications, when possible.
Dr. Rahman joined City of Hope Chicago in 2012. He is experienced in delivering targeted, individualized cancer treatment to aggressively treat pain. “Having a dedicated pain management team helps facilitate appropriate and rapid management of patients' pain,” says Dr. Rahman. “I often see patients suffering from pain afflicting their abdomen, hip, knee, joint, spine and other areas. Using a variety of techniques, I help provide sustained relief while improving quality of life.”
Dr. Rahman is board certified in anesthesiology with a sub-specialty certification in pain management. He earned a Master of Science degree in hyperbaric medicine from Saba University in the Netherlands. He then earned a medical degree from the same university. He completed a residency in anesthesiology and pain and served as chief resident at Stroger Hospital of Cook County in Chicago. Dr. Rahman completed a fellowship in pain at Northwestern University in Chicago.
Dr. Rahman has past clinical experience as an anesthesiologist and pain specialist. He is a member of several organizations, including the North American Neuromodulation Society, American Society of Anesthesiology and American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians. Throughout his career, Dr. Rahman has authored research publications and presented his work at many lectures. He also teaches medicine at Rush University and mentors clinicians in training.
When he is not at the hospital, Dr. Rahman enjoys family time with his wife and three children, as well as outdoor travels and participating in sports.