Peyton Johnson, DO
Interventional Pain Specialist
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Position:
Interventional Pain Specialist
Primary Specialty:
Pain Management
Languages Spoken:
English
Gender:
Male
About Peyton Johnson
Dr. Peyton Johnson, D.O., is a pain medicine physician specializing in interventional pain medicine who treats patients with a wide range of chronic pain conditions, including cancer-related pain. He provides comprehensive pain management care for patients with acute or chronic pain. His practice emphasizes evidence-based, image-guided procedures and multidisciplinary approaches to improve function and quality of life.
Dr. Johnson earned his doctor of osteopathic medicine after completing his undergraduate studies. He completed a transitional year internship before undergoing residency training in physical medicine and rehabilitation at NewYork-Presbyterian–Columbia and Weill Cornell Medicine in New York, where he also served as chief resident. He went on to complete fellowship training in interventional pain medicine at NewYork-Presbyterian–Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York, with advanced training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Hospital for Special Surgery. His fellowship experience included a strong emphasis on the management of cancer-related pain.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Johnson holds an academic appointment and is actively involved in medical education, research and mentorship. He has served as a curriculum developer and instructor in pain medicine and has contributed to peer-reviewed publications and national presentations. Prior to completing his graduate medical training, he served as a flight surgeon in the United States Navy, supporting military operations overseas. His commitment to caring for patients with cancer is informed by his personal experience as a childhood cancer survivor. Dr. Johnson continues to serve in academic and professional leadership roles while advancing the care of patients with complex pain conditions.
Affiliations
OU Health Physicians – Pain Medicine Clinic,
OU Health Physicians Building - Oklahoma City,
OU Health Edmond Medical Center (Medical Office Building) — Back and Neck Clinic
Awards & Recognitions
Top Doc - Best in New York Magazine
2025
Health Education
Medical School
Doctor of Osteopathy
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences
Residency
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
New York Presbyterian Hospital/Cornell/Columbia
Fellowship
Pain Medicine
New York Presbyterian Hospital–Weill Cornell Medical Center
Publications
Deep Cervical Plexus Blocks for Cervicogenic Headaches
Issue #Practical Atlas of Ultrasound for Anesthesia in Chronic Pain (1st ed.), 2025
Author: Johnson, P.R.
Publisher: CRC Press
Book chapter detailing ultrasound-guided deep cervical plexus block techniques for the management of cervicogenic headaches, including anatomy, indications, and procedural considerations.
Genitofemoral Nerve Block
Issue #Practical Atlas of Ultrasound for Anesthesia in Chronic Pain (1st ed.), 2025
Author: Johnson, P.R.
Publisher: CRC Press
Book chapter reviewing indications, relevant anatomy, and ultrasound-guided techniques for genitofemoral nerve blockade in chronic pain management.
Spinals/Epidurals: Neuraxial Blocks
Issue #Practical Atlas of Ultrasound for Anesthesia in Chronic Pain (1st ed.), 2025
Author: Johnson, P.R.
Publisher: CRC Press
Book chapter covering neuraxial anesthesia techniques, including spinal and epidural blocks, with emphasis on ultrasound guidance and clinical application.
The Addition of Intrathecal Clonidine to Reduce Medication-Related Side-Effects in Cancer Pain: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Issue #Vol. 18, 2025
Author: Bulat, J.; Chaturvedi, R.; Johnson, P.R.; Gulati, A.; Rakesh, N.
Publisher: Journal of Pain Research, Dove Medical Press
Retrospective cohort study evaluating the use of intrathecal clonidine as an adjunct therapy to reduce medication-related side effects in patients with cancer-related pain.
Axillary Blocks: Indications, Anatomy and Clinical Correlates, Techniques, Cautions
2023
Author: Johnson, P.R.; Rakesh, N.; Lin, E.
Publisher: OpenAnesthesia
Educational review detailing axillary nerve block techniques, relevant anatomy, clinical indications, and safety considerations for anesthesiology practice.
Treatment of Avascular Necrosis with Hyaluronic Acid in the Cancer Population: A Case Series
Issue #Vol. 6, Issue 8, 2022
Author: Chang, J.L.; Johnson, P.R.; Patel, A.K.; Rakesh, N.; Gulati, A.
Publisher: Pain Medicine Case Reports
Case series examining the use of hyaluronic acid injections for the treatment of avascular necrosis in patients with cancer.
Using Radiology Images to Characterize an Angle of Insertion for S1/S2 and SI Joint Injections: A Retrospective Observational Study
Issue #Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2022
Author: Chang, J.L.; Patel, A.K.; Modi, D.J.; Johnson, P.R.; Mukhdomi, T.; Gulati, A.
Publisher: Interventional Pain Medicine
Retrospective observational study using radiologic imaging to define optimal angles of insertion for S1/S2 and sacroiliac joint injections.
Medical Interests
Areas of Interest:
Acupuncture Advanced Pain TherapiesPain pumps (intrathecal drug delivery systems) Neuromodulation therapies Botulinum toxin (BOTOX) injections Cancer-Related Pain Syndromes Chronic Pain in Cancer Survivors Facet and Sacroiliac Joint Pain Joint, Bursa and Tendon Pain Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) Peripheral Nerve and Myofascial Pain Regenerative and Supportive TherapiesHyaluronic acid injections Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections Perineural injection therapy Other regenerative injection therapies Spine and Radicular Pain Vertebral and Structural Spine Conditions Special Clinical Interests:
Spine & Back Pain:
Basivertebral Nerve Ablation (BVN) Discography (Diagnostic) Epidural Adhesiolysis (Lysis of Adhesions) Epidural Blood Patch Epidural Steroid Injections (Interlaminar, Transforaminal, Caudal) Facet Joint Injections Medial Branch Nerve Blocks Minimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression (MILD) Percutaneous Intradiscal Procedures (Disc Decompression) Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty Sacroiliac & Pelvic Pain:
Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Injections and Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Sacroplasty Joint, Tendon & Muscle Pain: Bursa Injections Hyaluronic Acid (Viscosupplementation) Joint Injections Joint Injections (Knee, Hip, Shoulder, and Others) Tendon Sheath Injections Trigger Point Injections Nerve‑Related & Neuropathic Pain:
Facial and Occipital Nerve Blocks and Ablations Joint Nerve Blocks and Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Peripheral Nerve Blocks, Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA), and Cryoablation/Cryoneurolysis Perineural Injection Therapy Selective Nerve Root Blocks Sympathetic & Cancer‑Related Pain:
Celiac Plexus Block/Neurolysis Ganglion Impar Block Sphenopalatine Ganglion Block Stellate Ganglion and Lumbar Sympathetic Blocks Superior Hypogastric Plexus Block Neuromodulation:
Dorsal Root Ganglion (DRG) Stimulation Peripheral Nerve Stimulation Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) Regenerative & Biologic Therapies:
Dextrose Prolotherapy Other Regenerative Injection Therapies Platelet‑Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections Headache, Spasticity & Advanced Pain Care:
Botulinum Toxin (BOTOX®) Injections Intrathecal Drug Delivery Systems (Pain Pumps) Integrative Therapies:
Acupuncture for Pain Management Osteopathic Manipulation Therapy (OMT)
