About
DR. MICHAEL SHAHBAZIAN, M.D.
Board-Certified, Fellowship-Trained Pain Management Physician
Dr. Michael Shahbazian is a board-certified, fellowship-trained pain management physician specializing in interventional spine care and evidence-guided regenerative medicine. He provides comprehensive evaluations for patients experiencing neck, back, joint, and musculoskeletal pain, with a focus on accurate diagnosis, functional restoration, and individualized treatment planning.
He is board certified in Pain Management through the American Academy of Procedural Medicine (AAOPM) and has demonstrated advanced proficiency through written and oral board examinations. His continued commitment to education and procedural excellence reflects his dedication to delivering high-quality, modern pain care.
Dr. Shahbazian’s clinical approach integrates image-guided interventional procedures, orthobiologic therapies such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and bone marrow concentrate when appropriate, and medication management when clinically indicated. Treatment decisions are based on objective findings, medical standards, and each patient’s specific goals.
Known for combining precision medicine with compassionate care, Dr. Shahbazian helps patients reduce pain, improve mobility, and return to a more active quality of life.
Education and Training
OCTOBER 2011
Diploma, Pain Management Fellowship
USC Los Angeles County, Keck School of Medicine
APRIL 2007
Diploma, Anesthesiology Residency
USC Los Angeles County, Keck School of Medicine
APRIL 2002
Doctor of Medicine
Ross University School of Medicine
JUNE 1995
B.S. Biology
University of California, Irvine, CA
Clinical Focus
Dr. Shahbazian evaluates and treats complex spine and joint conditions using precise diagnostic methods and image-guided techniques. The goal is measurable improvement in comfort, mobility, and daily function. Individual results vary.
At OC Regenerative & Pain Center, we believe your body was designed to heal itself. It just needs the right guidance. Founded by Dr. Mike Shahbazian, a board certified pain management specialist, our mission is to move beyond masking pain with medication and instead activate the body’s natural ability to repair, restore, and renew.
From cutting-edge regenerative therapies like PRP, peptides, and cellular rejuvenation to precision-guided pain procedures, every treatment is grounded in science and delivered with concierge-level care. Located in the heart of Newport Beach, we combine the rigor of medicine with the serenity of wellness, empowering patients to live pain-free, perform better, and age gracefully.
Because healing shouldn’t be about managing pain.
It should be about reclaiming your potential.
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