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Top-ranked Center for Neurological Wellness, Pain Relief & Restful Sleep
What Makes Us Stand Out?
Compassion That Leads to Results
Our doctors have years of experience treating neurological, pain, and sleep conditions with skill and care. They listen to your concerns and take time to understand your needs. You're treated like a person, not just a patient.
You can get help for multiple conditions in one place, with coordinated care from different specialists. This makes your treatment easier and more effective. You don't have to visit other clinics for answers.
We aim to improve your daily life, not just manage symptoms. Our team works with you to find treatments that reduce pain, improve sleep, and support brain health. Your progress is always our goal.
Meet our Providers
Meet the Team That Makes a Difference
Dr. Nailesh D. Dave
MD
Dr. Dave is triple board-certified in Neurology, Pain Medicine and Sleep Medicine.
Dr. Nailesh Dave earned his medical degree from the Medical College at Gujarat University in 1990. He completed his Neurology Residency at the University of North Carolina Hospitals in Chapel Hill in 1998, followed by a fellowship in Neurorehabilitation at the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in 1999.
In February 2005, he founded the Neurology and Pain Management Center, PLLC. As one of the few neurologists in the region to offer integrated services in pain management, neurology, and sleep medicine, Dr. Dave has been a dedicated provider to the community since 1999.
He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the North Carolina Medical Society, the American Academy of Neurology, the American Academy of Pain Medicine, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and the Spine Intervention Society.
Dr. Frieary
Anesthesiologist
Dr. Scott Frieary is board-certified in both Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine by the American Board of Anesthesiology and is board-eligible in Integrative Medicine, having completed the fellowship at the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona
Dr. Frieary earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Ithaca College. He completed a post-baccalaureate program at Western Connecticut State University before obtaining his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He went on to complete his Anesthesiology Residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
Dr. Frieary then spent 11 years in private practice with Western Connecticut Medical Group in Danbury, Connecticut. He later pursued a Pain Medicine Fellowship at Duke University Medical Center. His clinical interests include interventional pain management, medical acupuncture, and metabolic health.
Meena Dave
Physician Assistant
Meena Dave, PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant and serves as the Administrator of Neurology & Pain Management Center. She earned her Physician Assistant degree from the Touro College PA Program in New York in 1989 and completed a Postgraduate Surgical Residency at Montefiore Medical Center. She was certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) in 1990.
Mrs. Dave brings extensive clinical experience across a range of specialties, including Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care, Sickle Cell Management, and Cardiac Surgery, where she worked as a Surgical Physician Assistant. She remains an active member of the North Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants.
Neema Dave
Physician Assistant
Neema Dave was born in Queens, NY and raised in Cary, NC. She got her B.S. in Health Education and Promotion from East Carolina University in 2014. After graduating from ECU, she pursued her education and graduated from Methodist University Physician Assistant Program in 2017. She is certified by the National Commission of Physician Assistants, and is a member of the North Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants.
Misty White
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Misty White has been in the medical field for almost 25 years. She earned her Bachelor of Integrated Studies in Occupational Safety and Health at Murray State University and her Master of Science in Nursing in Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. She is board certified as an AGNP. She spent several years at Vanderbilt University Medical Center working in the Medical ICU. She also gained experience at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center as a Charge Nurse on a Neurology, Orthopedic, and Surgical unit for nearly 5 years. She is a member of American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
Bianca Goo
Physician Assistant
Bianca Goo is a graduate of the Methodist University Physician Assistant Program. She is certified by the National Commission of Physician Assistants and is a member of the North Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants.
Samta Bhakta
ANP-BC
Samta Bhakta MSN, RN, ANP-BC is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner who has been in the medical field for over 25 years. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of New Mexico in 1997. As a registered nurse, she primarily worked in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit and multiple ICU specialty units. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing at University of California Los Angeles in 2007. Prior to joining the practice, she worked as a nurse practitioner in various specialties such as family practice, nephrology, as well as pain management.
Mark Jularbal
NP
Mark Jularbal is board certified as a Nurse Practitioner. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Queens University of Charlotte in 2010. Prior to becoming a Nurse Practitioner, Mark worked as an RN in various specialties including the medical intensive care unit and the emergency department.
In December 2018, he received his Master of Science in Nursing from Duke University and holds a national certification with the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) as a family nurse practitioner. Mark’s experience has been in orthopedic surgery before joining the practice.
Natalie Miller Blackmon
AGNP
Natalie Miller Blackmon MSN, RN, AGNP-BC is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner. She earned an Associates of Nursing Science in 2004 from Columbia College and Bachelor of Science in Nursing from West Virginia University in 2012. She enjoyed nine fulfilling years at the bedside in various specialties including CT ICU, SI/Trauma/Neuro ICU, and Interventional Radiology. She then obtained a Master of Science in Nursing from Duke University in 2015 and holds a national certification with the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) as a Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner.
Prior to joining the practice, Natalie worked at Duke Health as a nurse practitioner and specialized in interventional pain management. She remains interested in interventional procedures and neuromodulation. Outside of work, Natalie enjoys being a wife, mother to three girls, 3 dogs and church.
Amanda Lewis
FNP
Amanda Lewis MSN, APRN, FNP is a board-certified nurse practitioner. She has been in the medical field for more than 20 years. She has worked in various specialties including trauma and burn care. She most recently spent the last 4 years in family medicine in her home state of Ohio. She is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
Anmol Clairmont
PA-C
Anmol Clairmont was born and raised in India and moved to the United States at age 17. She became a Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholar and graduated from Montana State University, where she obtained her undergraduate degree in Cell Biology and Neuroscience. She excelled in research and was a Student Chemist Research Assistant through the Montana Space Grant Consortium. She volunteered in several missions and outreach programs to Ukraine, Brazil and Nepal, where she found a deep passion for helping people overcome their pain, suffering, and limitations. She went on to obtain her Physician Assistant Degree from Bethel University in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Her international exposure and unique experience allow her to relate with a diverse and varied population. She is easy to interact with and is intentional about taking care of her patients, where they feel heard, understood, and made to feel like they are more than just their pain.
Ko Kim
FNP
Ko Kim is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Hawaii Pacific University. She was in Endoscopy at Duke Health and Perioperative settings, including First Assist, Pre-op, OR circulator, and PACU, for 8 years as RN. She obtained her Master of Science in Nursing at Walden University. She is a member and holds national certifications with the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as Family Nurse Practitioner.
She loves learning and has a deep passion for providing education; she also has a Bachelor of Arts in Early Child Education. She is continuing her education in a doctoral program at Walden University to further build knowledge, insights, and leadership striving to improve patient health outcomes.
Outside the office, she loves to spend time with her husband, son, and pocket bully. She loves traveling, sports, photography, and exploring new food and learning about culture.
