Compassionate Care to Ease Suffering
At the heart of our practice is a commitment to compassionate care that aims to ease and when possible, eliminate suffering. As a team of PM&R and Interventional Pain Specialists, we diagnose and treat a wide range of spine, musculoskeletal, and chronic pain conditions.
Our clinical approach is rooted in personalized, multimodal treatment plans. We combine evidence-based interventions with rehabilitative therapies such as physical and occupational therapy, massage, yoga, acupuncture, and mental health support to address pain from every angle.
We believe in making a meaningful difference in our patients’ lives by truly listening, understanding individual needs, and maintaining open communication. Our goal is to restore function, reduce pain, and help each person return to living a fuller, more empowered life.
Here to Help You Feel Better
Dr. Patel’s approach involves making a difference in his patient’s life by listening, understanding their needs, keeping an open communication with his patients, providing compassionate care and, most of all, helping them to ease and even eliminate their suffering so that they can live life to their fullest.
Your Pain Management Specialists
The doctors of California Sports and Spine Center provide personalized chronic pain management services in California using a multimodal treatment plan. Call (213) 465-0994 to schedule an appointment.
Dr. Reekesh Patel
Dr. Reekesh Patel is Double Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Interventional Pain Management.
Dr. Patel predominately grew up in Southern California. He did his undergraduate studies at UCLA. After graduating from UCLA, he went to St. George’s University School of Medicine and completed a Medicine Internship at Long Island College Hospital in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Patel went on to complete his residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, MA, where he was appointed Chief Resident. After completing residency, Dr. Patel continued his training with a fellowship in Interventional Pain Management at the University of Iowa Medical Center in Iowa City.
Dr. Patel specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of various disorders of the spine, musculoskeletal system and other pain conditions. His clinical focus combines a multimodal treatment plan using evidence-based treatments, rehabilitative approaches and interventional procedures for chronic pain management.
In his spare time, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He enjoys traveling as well as being a big sports fan: basketball (the Lakers), baseball (the Dodgers), Football (the Raiders) and UCLA Sports.
Dr. Hardik Parikh
Dr. Parikh is a native Angeleno who is board-certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and fellowship-trained in interventional spine medicine. Dr. Parikh completed his undergraduate education at the University of California, Berkeley. Thereafter, he earned his medical degree at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, and he subsequently completed his residency training in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the University of California, Los Angeles.
While at UCLA for residency, Dr. Parikh was selected by his peers and faculty to serve as chief resident during the 2021-2022 academic year. Throughout residency, he received a host of prestigious accolades including the Outstanding Resident Award 2021-2022, Chief Resident Award 2021-2022, Team Player of the Year Award 2019-2020, and the Los Angeles Fire Department Certificate of Appreciation for providing outstanding patient care. Following residency, Dr. Parikh completed fellowship training in the field of interventional spine medicine at UCLA.
Dr. Parikh specializes in the diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal diseases affecting both the extremities and spine with both conservative rehabilitation strategies and minimally invasive interventional procedures. He aspires to empower his patients with the knowledge requisite to make educated decisions about their health that is in their best interest. He seeks to utilize his knowledge and skillset to help his patients maximize their function, improve their quality of life, and help them return to the activities they enjoy.
Outside of work, Dr. Parikh values spending his time with family and friends, exercising, traveling, and passionately supporting his favorite Los Angeles sports teams.
Dr. James Kim
Dr. James Kim is double board-certified in Anesthesiology and Chronic Pain Management.
Dr. Kim was born and raised in Los Angeles and went to University of California at Berkeley for his undergraduate education. From there, he received his medical degree at the Ohio State University and ultimately completed his anesthesiology residency at the University of Washington in Seattle, WA. Dr. Kim returned home to complete a fellowship in Chronic Pain Management at UCLA and practice his lifelong passion for treating people with various chronic pain syndromes. He is trained in leading-edge technology and practices evidence-based medicine to address a variety of musculoskeletal and neurologic disorders.
Dr. Kim enjoys being with his wife and children, traveling, supporting Los Angeles sports, hiking, cycling, and marathon running.
Dr. Timothy Lee
Dr. Timothy Lee is a physician specialized in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) and fellowship-trained in Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine.
Dr. Lee completed his undergraduate studies at the University of California, San Diego, and earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California. He subsequently completed his residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation in Spokane, Washington, where he gained comprehensive training in the diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal and neurological disorders. Following residency, Dr. Lee pursued advanced fellowship training through a North American Spine Society–recognized program in Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine at the International Spine Pain & Performance Center in Washington, D.C.
Dr. Lee specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of spine, joint, and nerve-related pain conditions. His clinical approach emphasizes evidence-based medicine, functional restoration, and minimally invasive interventional procedures aimed at improving his patients’ function and quality of life.
In his spare time, Dr. Lee enjoys spending time with his family and children, playing basketball and volleyball, golfing, hiking national parks, traveling, and exploring new restaurants.
Dr. Ria Malhotra
Dr. Ria Malhotra is double board-certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Chronic Pain Management.
Originally from New York City, she received her medical degree through the Sophie Davis Biomedical Education Combined BS/MD Program before completing her Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation residency and Multidisciplinary Pain Management fellowship at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center, where she served as Chief Fellow. Now practicing on the West Coast, Dr. Malhotra draws on her diverse medical background to support each patient’s journey toward better function and comfort.
Dr. Malhotra specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic pain related to joint, ligament, muscle, and nerve injuries. She provides a wide range of rehabilitative and interventional treatments, including image-guided procedures, regenerative therapies, and multidisciplinary approaches tailored to each patient’s unique goals and lifestyle. Her practice emphasizes restoring function, reducing pain, and improving overall quality of life through holistic, evidence-based, and collaborative care.
Her clinical philosophy is grounded in equity, dignity, and compassion in healthcare, empowering individuals to play an active role in their recovery. Outside of medicine, Dr. Malhotra enjoys spending time with her family & friends, traveling, practicing yoga and barre, hiking, dancing, and exploring new neighborhoods and restaurants along the West Coast.
Dr. Stephen Karp
Stephen Karp, DO, is a double board-certified anesthesiologist and interventional pain management specialist. He currently provides care at Integrated Pain Consultants with offices in Scottsdale, Mesa, and Phoenix, Arizona.
Originally from Scottsdale AZ, Dr. Karp’s training began at the University of Arizona, obtaining two degrees in both Physiology and Psychology. He then completed medical school at Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine. Afterward, he went on to complete his residency in anesthesiology at Baystate Medical Center in Massachusetts and his Pain Medicine fellowship at Boston University – St. Elizabeth Medical Center.
Dr. Karp is trained in utilizing the latest interventions for pain management. Using these advanced interventions, along with medications, osteopathic medicine, and adjuvant treatments, he is able to assist with the most complex of patient pains. He works to create a treatment plan specific to each patient to help them improve their quality of life and increase function in day-to-day living.
In his spare time, Dr. Karp enjoys spending time with his wife and son, traveling to new countries, and catching up on the latest shows.
Dr. David Pilkington
Dr. David Pilkington is an interventional pain physician whose practice focuses on helping patients restore function, reduce pain, and return to the activities that bring them fulfillment.
Originally from Rochester, Dr. Pilkington moved to Southern California and is excited to once again call it home. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley, followed by his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona. He then completed his Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency and Pain Medicine fellowship at the University of Washington in Seattle.
Dr. Pilkington’s approach to patient care emphasizes compassion, collaboration, ethical integrity, and evidence-based medicine. He strives to listen closely to each patient’s story, understand their goals, and tailor treatment plans that combine interventional procedures, rehabilitation, and education to support long-term recovery and improved quality of life.
Outside of work, Dr. Pilkington enjoys playing ultimate frisbee, exploring alpine lakes and peaks, and following Formula One racing with his family.