Dorin T. Colibaseanu, M.D.

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• Exparel Transversus Abdominis Plane Block vs. Intrathecal Analgesia In Colorectal Surgery: A Prospective Randomized Trial Jacksonville, Fla., Rochester, Minn.

  This study is prospective, randomized trial in which EXPAREL TAP block is compared to standard IT opioid administration, in relieving postoperative pain, decreasing length of stay, and use of narcotic medication.

• Opioid Sparing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Intervention to Manage Acute Pain, and Pain Catastrophizing in Surgical Patients (PCORI) Jacksonville, Fla.

  The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of preoperative implementation of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) on patient pain perception and opioid use in patients undergoing elective colorectal surgery. Implementing pre-operative CBT will decrease patient’s pain perception, improve patient’s post-operative recovery satisfaction, and reduce use of opioid medications.