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William
D. Richardson, MD, Internal Medicine
Medical Director, Headache and Pain Management Program
Dr.
Richardson received his medical training at the University
of Illinois in Chicago. He did a residency in Internal
Medicine in the St Louis University Program, and is
board certified in Internal Medicine. He was attending
physician at SLU Internal Medicine Program for 10 years,
and has been Medical Director of the SLBMI Pain Management
Program since 1985.
His
activity in chronic pain management has included research
in various aspects of the effect of chronic pain on
patient's lives. He has also done drug research evaluating
the effectiveness of headache medicine.
He
is co-author of a headache management book entitled "Taking
Control of Your Headaches," which reflects the
philosophy of the chronic pain management program at
Saint Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute.
Dr.
Richardson says that the most rewarding aspect of his
practice is seeing his patients learn how to manage
their chronic pain condition, which leads to a better
quality of life.
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