Our Team

To help ensure the best possible patient outcomes, Our doctors uses state-of-the-art equipment that not only delivers the best results, but does so with maximum comfort and safety. And well before providing any active treatment, she and her team provide each patient with a comprehensive overview of all the available options, as well as the associated pros, cons, and risk-versus-benefit scale.

Dr. Distefano

Dr. Youmna DiStefano is a highly skilled anesthesiologist and interventional pain medicine physician trained at Johns Hopkins Hospital, specializing in minimally invasive pain interventions. She has dedicated her career to treating complex pain syndromes, including spine, joint, cancer, and neuralgic pain, using cutting-edge techniques and holistic, patient-centered care.

With 11 peer-reviewed publications and recognition for her research, Dr. DiStefano is passionate about empowering patients to achieve sustainable pain relief and improve their quality of life. Her multicultural background and fluency in multiple languages enhance her compassionate and culturally sensitive approach to medicine. Outside work, she enjoys paddle-boarding, running, and baking healthy desserts.

Dr. Jacobson

Dr. Robert E. Jacobson is a distinguished neurological surgeon with over 35 years of experience, specializing in spine surgery, brain tumors, and stereotactic radiosurgery using CyberKnife and Gamma Knife technologies. Trained at renowned institutions like Mount Sinai Hospital and the University of Miami, he completed advanced fellowships in spine and microvascular surgery in the Netherlands and Switzerland.

A pioneer in spinal imaging and surgical techniques, Dr. Jacobson developed percutaneous lumbar approaches and spinal instrumentation systems, holding several U.S. patents. He has lectured globally and serves at leading medical centers, including the CyberKnife Center of Miami and Mercy Hospital.

David M. Joyce

Dr. David M. Joyce is a board-certified physician specializing in pain medicine, neuromusculoskeletal medicine, and family medicine with osteopathic manipulative treatment. He completed advanced fellowship training in interventional spine and pain medicine at Larkin Community Hospital in Miami, FL, and continues to expand his expertise under Dr. Robert E. Jacobson.

Dr. Joyce earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences, where he received academic scholarships and honors for excellence. With a strong foundation in integrated family medicine and neuromusculoskeletal care, he is committed to providing comprehensive, patient-centered treatments for pain management.

Dr. Distefano MD

Anesthesiologist

Dr. Youmna DiStefano is a highly skilled anesthesiologist and interventional pain medicine physician trained at Johns Hopkins Hospital, specializing in minimally invasive pain interventions.

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Dr. Jacobson MD

Neurological Surgeon

Dr. Robert E. Jacobson is a distinguished neurological surgeon with over 35 years of experience, specializing in spine surgery, brain tumors, and stereotactic radiosurgery using CyberKnife and Gamma Knife technologies.

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Dr. Joyce DO

Physician

Dr. David M. Joyce is a board-certified physician specializing in pain medicine, neuromusculoskeletal medicine, and family medicine with osteopathic manipulative treatment.

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