JoAnn W. Dervay, MD, FAAPMR
Board Certified Physiatrist
Specializing In
PAIN MANAGEMENT
“I like to use a team approach with my patients. Together, we plan an holistic approach to manage pain with the goal of significantly improving daily life and minimizing the effects of painful musculoskeletal conditions. Our options include epidural steroid injections, physical therapy, diet and exercise. –
JoAnn W. Dervay, MD
TOP CONDITIONS
- Cervical Back Pain
- Lumbar Back Pain
- Leg Pain From Cervical and Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Joint Pain
- Osteoporosis
TOP TREATMENTS
- Epidural Steroid Injection (ESI)
- Therapeutic Treatment of Arthritis and Osteoporosis
- Trigger Point & Joint Injection
- Exercise Rehabilitation
- Medication Management
MEDICAL SCHOOL
RESIDENCY
CERTIFICATIONS
JoAnn W. Dervay completed her undergraduate education at State University College in Buffalo, New York and received her MD and completed residency training at Eastern Virginia Medical School. As a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, she provides evaluation and treatment for acute and recurrent musculoskeletal conditions, such as joint pain from injuries or overuse syndromes and neck & back pain. Her emphasis is on a comprehensive approach that addresses pain, disability, and physical limitations, with the goal being to improve activities of daily function and quality of life. Dr. Dervay’s diagnostic and treatment skills include EMG/NCS, trigger point injection, joint injection, epidural steroid injection (ESI), assessment of muscle imbalances, and therapeutic exercise prescription. She also has a special interest in exercise and rehabilitation for osteoporosis.
HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS: Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
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DR. DERVAY’S LOCATIONS
The Smithfield Building, Norfolk, VA 23456

6160 Kempsville Circle
Suite 200B
Norfolk, Virginia23502