• The systematic study of clinical and basic science and application for the reduction of pain and suffering
• The blending of tools, techniques and principles taken from the discrete healing art disciplines and reformulated as a holistic application for the reduction of pain and suffering; and
• A newly emerging discipline emphasizing an interdisciplinary approach with a goal of reduction of pain and suffering.

"Reduction of pain and suffering" seems to permeate the definition of pain management. But what does that really mean? To the person suffering from constant headaches, from chronic back pain that keeps them from functioning normally or from pain caused by cancer that continually brings to the forefront that serious condition, it means a break from something that can take control over their life.

Pain is a growing problem for physicians and patients. When inadequately treated, pain can lead to depression, loss of function, increased time to heal and lost workdays. Unfortunately, 80% of patients surveyed thought that their pain was a normal part of their medical condition and something with which they must live. "Many patients do not realize that there are things they can do to alleviate pain, "states Debra Millette, R.N., coordinator of Windham Hospital's Pain Management Services.

Pain management is not an entity all by itself, but is an integral component of a patient's entire healing or maintenance process. A patient's referring physician continues to stay in the loop during all of the pain management process to allow for evaluation and recommendation of continuing management. Taking back control of your life is a reality when pain management is used as part of an holistic approach to healing.

Patient Appointment Days: Wednesday - Thursday, 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Staff Available by Telephone: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Closed 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. daily
Phone: (860) 456-6944

Craig Foster, M.D., Board Certified in Pain Management
Robert Adam, M.D.
Robert Campagnone, M.D.
Brian King, M.D.
Debra Millette, R.N., B.S.N.
Marge Farrell, R.N., C.L. III

• Low Back Pain
• Cervical Spine Pain
• Acute Herpes Zoster
• Post-Herpetic Neuralgia
• Cancer Pain
• Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
• Phantom Limb/Stump
• Peripheral Neuropathy
• Chronic Headaches
• Post-Laminectomy
• Arachnoiditis
• Coccydynia
• Spinal Stenosis
• Arthritis
• Myofascial Pain
• Neuropathic Pain
• Intercostal Neuralgia

1. How do I get an appointment at Pain Management Services?
Pain Management Services at Windham Hospital is a physician referral based practice. You can be referred by your Primary Care Physician or a referring physician such as your orthopedist.

2. Will my insurance pay for these appointment?
We work with most major insurance companies and we will find out if your insurance will cover the cost of Pain Management. Medicare does cover our services. Many Workmens’ Compensation companies will refer patients to us via their attending physician. If you are uninsured or underinsured, our staff is available to assist you with payment options.

3. Should I leave a message on the answering machine at Pain Management Services if I have questions?
Yes, most definitely! Due to the large volume of calls that are received each day, leaving a message on the answering machine is a good way to insure that you will receive a return phone call.