About
Dr. Jeffrey Wiegers, MD, ABA-PM, is a board-certified anesthesiologist and interventional pain specialist. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri - Kansas City and completed his anesthesiology residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where he was selected as Chief Resident. He then pursued a fellowship in Interventional Pain Management at Cedars-Sinai, concentrating on ultrasound-guided injections, ketamine therapy, and biologic interventions.
Dr. Wiegers has conducted research on the efficacy of ketamine for pain management and collaborated with UCLA on developing ultrasound training protocols. His clinical approach combines precise procedural technique with a holistic view of patient care. He focuses on restoring function and relieving chronic pain through minimally invasive therapies.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of Missouri - Kansas City
Residency
Anesthesiology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (Chief Resident)
Fellowship
Interventional Pain Management, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Wiegers right for?
Dr. Wiegers is a strong fit for adults living with chronic pain who prefer minimally invasive treatment approaches. Patients dealing with musculoskeletal injuries or nerve-related pain benefit from his ultrasound-guided expertise. Those interested in ketamine therapy or biologic interventions will find his research background valuable. He also serves patients who want a physician who treats pain within a broader functional health context.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Wiegers focuses on chronic pain, musculoskeletal injuries, and nerve-related conditions. He uses minimally invasive therapies including ultrasound-guided injections, biologic interventions, and ketamine therapy to address these issues at their source.
Yes. Dr. Wiegers holds board certification in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine through the American Board of Anesthesiology. He completed both his residency and fellowship training at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
Dr. Wiegers completed a fellowship in Interventional Pain Management at Cedars-Sinai, where he concentrated on ultrasound-guided injections. He also collaborated with UCLA on developing formal ultrasound training protocols for physicians.
Yes. Dr. Wiegers has both clinical experience and research experience with ketamine therapy for pain management. He uses it as part of a broader, individualized treatment plan for appropriate patients.
Dr. Wiegers combines technical precision with a holistic view of patient health. He focuses on restoring function and relieving chronic pain through minimally invasive methods rather than relying solely on medications or surgery.
Dr. Wiegers earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri - Kansas City. He completed his anesthesiology residency and fellowship in Interventional Pain Management at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where he also served as Chief Resident.
Yes. Biologic interventions are a core part of Dr. Wiegers' practice. He applies them alongside other minimally invasive therapies to support healing and pain relief in his patients.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026