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Board-certified sports medicine physician and physiatrist specializing in direct-pay musculoskeletal care in Virginia Beach, VA. Dr. Bagares completed his PM&R residency at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (Northwestern University) and a fellowship in sports and spine medicine. He is board certified through the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
19 February 2025

Why would you inject blind?

Why Would You Settle for Less? The Case for Ultrasound-Guided Injections When it comes to treating joint pain, precision is e...

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27 January 2025

Who Is (and Isn’t) a Fit for My Practice?

When I started my practice, I wanted to create something different from the traditional healthcare model. I envisioned a plac...

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18 December 2024

Understanding Counterforce Braces: What They Do (and Don’t Do)

As a sports and spine medicine physician, I’ve spent years studying how people move and helping them overcome pain. Living ...

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19 November 2024

Rehabbing for Pickleball: A Sports Medicine Approach to Returning to Play

In this episode of the *Talking Rehab Podcast*, I dive into a unique case from this week: helping a patient with a knee injur...

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osteopathic, chiropractic
19 November 2024

My Path to Osteopathic Medicine – The Journey that Shaped My Approach

The Early Years – Discovering an Interest in Medicine My first hands-on experience in sports medicine happened in high scho...

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28 October 2024

Mindset in Rehabilitation: How Your Perspective Shapes Your Recover

**Mindset in Rehabilitation: How Your Perspective Shapes Your Recovery** When we think of rehabilitation, we often focus on t...

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23 December 2023

Demystifying Thigh Pain: What Your Body is Trying to Tell You

Thigh pain, though often overlooked, can be a significant hindrance to our daily lives. With the thigh acting as a crucial li...

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09 November 2023

Cyberchondria: When Health Anxiety Meets the Digital Age

In today’s digital age, we have a world of information at our fingertips. While this can be incredibly empowering, it c...

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12 September 2023

Conquering Physician Burnout: Micropractice as a Beacon of Hope

Introduction Physician burnout is a growing concern within the medical profession. It is characterized by emotional exhaustio...

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