Des Plaines Pain Clinic - MAPS Centers For Pain Control
Pain Management • Des Plaines, IL
About
MAPS Centers for Pain Control (Midwest Anesthesia and Pain Specialists) is a Des Plaines–based private medical practice specializing in anesthesiology and interventional pain medicine. Key details: - Headquarters: Des Plaines, Illinois - Services: Pain relief for knee, back, neck pain, and venous issues; multidisciplinary care from double-board-certified physicians - Leadership: Founders include Dr. Darrel Saldanha, Dr. Thomas Pontinen, Dr. Andrei Rakic, with other specialists such as Dr. Mark Farag, Dr. Adarsh Shukla, and Dr. David Kang - Website: mwpain.com - Contact: patientcare@mwpain.com; phone 773-917-8400 - Offices: 11 locations nationwide, including Des Plaines HQ and Chicago-area clinics - Industry standing: Noted for comprehensive, multidisciplinary pain management and anesthesia services If you’re specifically seeking the Des Plaines location, the Des Plaines office is part of their Des Plaines, IL footprint and related to the MAPS Centers for Pain Control network. For precise appointment details or directions, consider contacting the clinic directly or visiting mwpain.com.
Clinic Type
Pain Management
Address
Des Plaines, IL
Phone
(773) 917-8400
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Insurance & Payment
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Not specified
Languages Spoken
FAQs
What should I bring to my first visit?
Your imaging studies, medical records, medication list, and completed intake forms.
Will I receive a customized treatment plan?
Absolutely — every plan is tailored to your pain condition and lifestyle needs.
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can call (773) 917-8400 or use the “Schedule Online” option via our website. Be sure to specify the Chicago – Des Plaines location (9700 Golf Rd.).
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- PainClinics.com: 4.8/5 (114 reviews)
- Yahoo Local: 4.5/5 (3 reviews (on website))
Patients praise
- Compassionate and knowledgeable individual providers
- Effective pain relief and treatment plans for some patients
- Friendly intake staff noted in some reviews
Common complaints
- Billing discrepancies and overbilling issues
- Lack of effective communication from administrative staff
- Long wait times and scheduling/overbooking problems
- Concerns regarding professionalism and patient safety
"In a world where healthcare organizations are poorly, run, mismanaged, money-grabbing machines, this organization is among the worst. Dr. is interested in billing only. Not listening to patients."
— PainClinics.com review"I recently saw Dr. Pooja Shah at MAPS Centers for Pain Control in Des Plaines for my neck and back pain, and she was wonderful. She took the time to listen to my concerns and provided the care and support I needed."
— PainClinics.com reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Home - National Pain Centers — May 11, 2026
- #mapscenterforpaincontrol | TikTok — Jul 4, 2026
- Cook County Walk-Bike Push Brings New Attention to Leg Health in Des Plaines — Jun 22, 2026
- Midwest Vascular and Pain Specialists Expands Centers Across Metro Chicago — Nov 2, 2025
- Midwest Vascular and Pain Specialists (MVPS) Expands Minimally Invasive Wellness Services in the Chicago Area - Online Press Release: Submit123PR — Jun 3, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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