About Headache & Pain Center, amc
Headache & Pain Center, amc offers the best in cutting-edge interventional pain management techniques at two locations in Gray and New Iberia, Louisiana.
With more than 50 years of diagnostic and treatment experience, board-certified physicians Jimmy Ponder Jr., MD, Adolfo Cuadra, MD, and the team create individualized solutions for arm pain, arthritis, back pain, headaches, joint pain, neck pain, and most other conditions that cause chronic pain.
The Headache & Pain Center, amc team understands that pain doesn’t always respond well to medication, physical therapy, and other conservative care.
Most patients, however, prefer to avoid major surgery, also called open surgery. As a highly effective alternative, they offer minimally invasive ultrasound and fluoroscopy-guided procedures that diminish or eliminate the pain without open surgery, opioids, or major downtime.
The team is welcoming new patients, and the friendly and caring board-certified physicians, nurses, and support staff are ready to make pain-free living possible, so call either of the Headache & Pain Center, amc offices or conveniently request an appointment online.
Medical Staff
Jimmy N. Ponder, Jr., MD ~ Medical Director
Jimmy Ponder, Jr., MD was raised in Thibodaux, Louisiana and received his undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University and medical degree from LSU School of Medicine. In New Orleans, he completed his residency in anesthesiology at Tulane Medical Center, which included six months of training at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital in England and afterwards completed a one-year fellowship in pain management in Kansas City before starting the Headache and Pain Center.
Dr. Ponder is specialty trained in interventional pain treatment and specializes in diagnosis and relief of pain. Dr. Ponder is an associate clinical professor at LSU Health Science Center and is the past president of the Louisiana Society of Interventional Pain Physicians.
Dr. Ponder is a diplomate of:
- American Board of Anesthesiology, 1994; subspecialty certification in Pain Medicine, 1996
- American Board of Pain Medicine, 1996
- American Academy of Pain Management 2004
- Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice, 2005
- American Board of Interventional Pain Physicians, 2006
View Dr. Ponder's CERTIFICATIONS & MEDICAL LICENSE
Mimi P. Wilson, OT, PA-C
Mimi P. Wilson, OT, PA-C I am a nationally registered and licensed Physicians Assistant / Associate (PA) and a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in Louisiana. I am also a wife and mother to two daughters who enjoys spending time with family.
My bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences in 1989, from Nicholls State University was a springboard for my life of services in the medical field and solidified my connection to our community. In 1991, I earned a degree in Occupational Therapy from the LSU Medical Center in New Orleans and worked as an OT in the Houma/Thibodaux area for almost a decade. I then decided to attend PA school at LSUHSC in Shreveport, I received a Physician Assistant degree I n2002, and I immediately began a career as a PA in Interventional Pain Management.
I find Interventional Pain Management both fascinating and challenging, and I am deeply committed to assisting patients with complex, chronic pain issues who need professional care and compassion. My experience in neurological syndromes enables me to diagnose the cause of chronic pain and discomfort, and to recommend appropriate pain management solutions so that patients can enjoy daily activities and live life to its fullest.
Susan Gremillion, RN, BSN, MS, CRNA
Susan Gremillion, RN, BSN, MS, CRNA is a certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. Susan graduated from the University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1981 with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. She continued her education at Xavier University/ Charity Hospital School of Nurse Anesthesiology. She received the certificate of Merit Award for Academic Achievement in 1999 while graduating with a Masters of Science degree specializing in anesthesia. Susan was the recipient of the Great 100 Nurses Award in 1996.
Susan is a member of the Louisiana State Nurses Association, the Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetist, and the American Association of Nurse Anesthetist. Susan has traveled to both Honduras and Nicaragua as a volunteer medical missionary.
Paige Pipsair, MSN, FNP-C
Paige Pipsair, MSN, FNP-C is a licensed and certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Paige graduated from Nicholls State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing. After working as a nurse for several years, she continued her education at Nicholls State University and graduated with a Master of Science in Nursing degree.
Paige is an active member of the Louisiana Association of Nurse Practitioners and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. She is also a member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society.
Jenna Louviere-Atkins, MPAS, PA-C
Jenna Louviere-Atkins, MPAS, PA-C is a nationally certified Physician Associate from New Iberia, Louisiana. Jenna graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, a minor in Chemistry, and honors studies. She continued her education at LSU Health Shreveport, where she completed specialty training in Interventional Pain Management and graduated with a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. Jenna is a fellow professional of both the American Academy of Physician Associates and the Louisiana Academy of Physician Assistants. She spends her free time enjoying Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns football, baseball, and volleyball.
