Nikesh Seth

Nikesh Seth

CEO and Founder

Global Pain Solutions, LLC

Scottsdale, Arizona

About Nikesh Seth


Dr. Nikesh Seth is a double board-certified, fellowship-trained interventional spine and pain management physician based in Scottsdale, Arizona. He is the founder and CEO of Global Pain Solutions, LLC, a practice with locations in Scottsdale, Mesa, and Phoenix, Arizona.

Seth earned a Bachelor of Science in biomedical engineering from Johns Hopkins University before completing his medical degree at the University of Arizona College of Medicine. He completed an anesthesiology residency at UTHealth Houston, with training at the Texas Medical Center and MD Anderson Cancer Center. He subsequently completed a fellowship in interventional pain management at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine.

Prior to founding Global Pain Solutions in December 2025, Seth served as the founder and CEO of Integrated Pain Consultants in Scottsdale from October 2016 to December 2025. Under his leadership, the practice grew to more than 15 providers across more than 10 clinical locations spanning multiple states. The practice was later acquired by a private equity firm. Seth also previously served as a partner at Novaspine Pain Institute and Valley Anesthesiology Consultants, Ltd.

His clinical focus includes spine treatments, minimally invasive interventional techniques, neuropathy, sciatica, low back arthritis, and regenerative medicine modalities including platelet-rich plasma and stem cell therapy.

Seth has received multiple Top Doc awards from Phoenix Magazine, recognition as a Leading Physician of the World, and recognition from Scottsdale Magazine as a leader in medicine. He is board-certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

Areas of Focus


Interventional pain managementSpine treatmentsAnesthesiologyRegenerative medicineMinimally invasive pain techniques

Career Background


Global Pain Solutions, LLC

CEO and Founder

Scottsdale, Arizona

2025 – Present

Integrated Pain Consultants

CEO and Founder

Greater Phoenix Area, Arizona

2016 – 2025

Novaspine Pain Institute

Partner

Scottsdale, Arizona

2015 – 2016

Education


Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine

Fellowship, Interventional Pain Management

Chicago, Illinois

2010 – 2011

UTHealth Houston (University of Texas Health Science Center)

Doctor of Medicine (Residency), Anesthesiology

Houston, Texas

2007 – 2010

University of Arizona College of Medicine

Doctor of Medicine, Medicine

Tucson, Arizona

2002 – 2006

Johns Hopkins University

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Baltimore, Maryland

1998 – 2002

Media


Press


Dr. Nikesh Seth: Building a Modern Model for Pain Care

Dr. Nikesh Seth did not set out to build a large medical organization. He set out to help people hurt less. Over time, that focus shaped a career that blends medicine, leadership, and steady growth.

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A Discussion with Dr. Nikesh Seth On Building the Perfect Work/Life Balance

As a double board-certified pain management physician and anesthesiologist, Dr. Nikesh Seth has his hands full. But in addition to building trusting relationships with his clients, Nikesh also runs his own practice, Integrated Pain Consultants in Scottsdale Arizona, and manages to find time to spend with his wife and two young children.

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Nikesh Seth - Ideamensch

Born and raised in Scottsdale, Arizona, Dr. Nikesh Seth began his journey by studying biomedical engineering and pre-med at Johns Hopkins University. He then decided to return to Arizona to attend medical school at the University of Arizona School of Medicine.

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Dr. Nikesh Seth Calls for a More Human Approach to Pain Care

Dr. Nikesh Seth, a board-certified anesthesiologist and interventional pain management physician, is calling on patients and healthcare providers alike to rethink how chronic pain is treated-placing empathy, innovation, and informed choice at the center of care.

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Awards & Recognition


  • Top Doc Award, Phoenix Magazine (four consecutive years)
  • Leading Physician of the World, Award issuing body not specified
  • Top Anesthesiologist and Pain Management Specialist in Arizona, Award issuing body not specified
  • Recognized Leader in Medicine, Scottsdale Magazine

Licenses & Certifications


  • Double Board Certification in Anesthesiology and Interventional Pain Management, American Board of Anesthesiology
  • ACGME Accreditation Recognition, Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education

Charities & Volunteering


  • Donor, Arizona Police Fund
  • Donor, American Red Cross
  • Donor, Pratham USA (international education and food access organization)
  • Coordinator, Charity Medical Clinic, University of Arizona College of Medicine (during medical school)

Boards & Memberships


  • Member, Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME)

Frequently Asked Questions


What does Nikesh Seth do?

Dr. Nikesh Seth is the CEO and Founder of Global Pain Solutions, LLC, a pain management practice with locations in Scottsdale, Mesa, and Phoenix, Arizona. He is a double board-certified, fellowship-trained interventional spine and pain management physician.

What is Nikesh Seth known for?

Seth is known for his work in interventional spine and pain management, including minimally invasive techniques and regenerative medicine modalities such as platelet-rich plasma and stem cell therapy. He has received multiple Top Doc awards from Phoenix Magazine and recognition as a Leading Physician of the World.

Where is Nikesh Seth based?

Nikesh Seth is based in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Where did Nikesh Seth study?

Seth earned a Bachelor of Science in biomedical engineering from Johns Hopkins University, a medical degree from the University of Arizona College of Medicine, completed an anesthesiology residency at UTHealth Houston, and a fellowship in interventional pain management at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine.

Who does Nikesh Seth work for?

Nikesh Seth works for Global Pain Solutions, LLC, which he founded and leads as CEO.

Last updated April 8, 2026