Pain Management Specialists in Des Plaines
Pain Management • Des Plaines, IL • 1 (Des Plaines) locations
About
Summary: Pinnacle Pain Management Specialists is a private interventional pain clinic serving the Chicagoland area, including Hinsdale, IL, with over 20 years of experience. The practice focuses on pain management and interventional therapies (e.g., PRP) and operates from two offices in the United States, headquarters in Hinsdale, IL. If you’re seeking a pain management provider near Des Plaines, this clinic represents a regional option within the greater Chicago area, though its listed locations are Hinsdale (HQ) and another Hinsdale office. Contact: 630-793-0104 or +1 630 794 9999; email jsirois@paincarehelp.com. Website: paincarehelp.com.
Clinic Type
Pain Management
Address
Des Plaines (Pinnacle Pain Management Specialists)
Phone
630-794-9999
—
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
—
Languages Spoken
Awards & Accreditations
Photos







What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- WebMD Care (Dr. Andrei Rakic): 4.5/5 (9 ratings) (9 ratings, 6 reviews)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Howard Konowitz): 3.8/5 (13 ratings) (13 ratings, 3 written reviews)
- Painless Medical Practice: 4.8/5 (34 ratings) (34 ratings)
- MAPS Centers for Pain Control: 4.8/5 (114 ratings) (114 ratings)
- Yelp (Premier Pain & Spine): 3.3/5 (76 ratings) (76 ratings)
Patients praise
- appreciation for knowledgeable and professional medical staff
- patients reporting successful pain reduction and improved functionality
- praise for compassionate and attentive bedside manner in some instances
- satisfaction with clear explanations of procedures and treatment options
Common complaints
- reports of poor administrative communication and unresponsiveness
- allegations of persistent billing discrepancies and overbilling concerns
- claims of dismissive treatment or lack of personalized care from some providers
- dissatisfaction with office environment cleanliness at specific clinics
"Patients describe Dr. Andrei Rakic as having a calming and knowledgeable demeanor... However, some patients report serious concerns about dismissive treatment, inadequate communication..."
— WebMD Care"Zero stars would be too much... This organization is among the worst... Dr. is interested in billing only. Not listening to patients."
— PainClinics.com (MAPS Centers for Pain Control)"The doctor took time to explain the procedure clearly, answered all my questions, and made sure I felt comfortable throughout."
— Painless Medical PracticeSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Des Plaines Pain Clinic - MAPS Centers For Pain Control — Dec 4, 2025
- Home - National Pain Centers — May 11, 2026
- Howard Steven Konowitz, MD | Loyola Medicine — Mar 23, 2026
- Dr Jay Joshi, M.D. | Orthopedic Surgeon Des Plaines — Dec 12, 2025
- Mark A. Farag, MD - Pain Management - Advocate Health Care — Aug 10, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More pain management clinics in Des Plaines
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.
Comparing your options?
See other pain management clinics in Des Plaines, or search the full directory by insurance, ratings, and more.

