Recent Advances in Phototherapy for Pain

What: “Recent Advances in Phototherapy for Pain”
When: Thursday, Sept. 15, 5:30 p.m.
Where: Health Sciences Innovation Building, Forum, 1670 E. Drachman St., Tucson
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The University of Arizona Health Sciences Tomorrow is Here Lecture Series presents “Recent Advances in Phototherapy for Pain,” with Mohab Ibrahim, MD, PhD, medical director of the Comprehensive Pain and Addiction Center, on Thursday, Sept. 15, at 5:30 p.m. Registration is required for the free, in-person event.

People with migraine, fibromyalgia and other types of pain have benefited from the effects of light therapy using different colors. Dr. Ibrahim, professor of anesthesiology in the UArizona College of Medicine – Tucson and director of the Chronic Pain Management Clinic, will discuss the scientific evidence behind phototherapy, as well as research discoveries related to pain and possible mechanisms of action.

“Light therapy requires a minimum investment in technology and development and can be applied in different settings,” said Dr. Ibrahim, an internationally known expert in chronic pain.

Dr. Ibrahim graduated from the University of Arizona with a medical degree after earning a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, and master's and doctoral degrees in pharmacology and toxicology. He completed a general surgery internship at the College of Medicine – Tucson, then spent five years at Harvard Medical School for an anesthesia residency at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and a fellowship in clinical pain medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. A board-certified anesthesiologist, he joined the UArizona College of Medicine – Tucson and Banner – University Medical Center in 2014.

The Tomorrow is Here Lecture Series offers engaging and inspiring presentations focusing on the research being done by UArizona Health Sciences faculty and staff. Registration is required and can be completed online. Complimentary parking and refreshments will be provided. Lectures are recorded and will be available on the UArizona Health Sciences YouTube channel after the event.