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Lawrence Raymond Poree
4.7 out of 5 (164)
Lawrence Raymond Poree

Lawrence Raymond Poree, MD, PhD

Pain Medicine

Center for Pain Medicine
520 Illinois St.,
San Francisco, CA 94158
(415) 885-7246
4.7 out of 5 (164)
Virtual visits available
4.7 out of 5 (164)
Virtual visits available
Center for Pain Medicine
520 Illinois St.,
San Francisco, CA 94158
(415) 885-7246

Dr. Lawrence Poree is a pain medicine physician with expertise in using the latest interventional techniques to control pain with less reliance on oral medications. He is particularly interested in managing pain and restoring function through neuromodulation, technology that delivers electrical stimulation or medication to targeted areas in the body.

Poree earned his master of public health degree at the University of California, Berkeley, where he also earned a doctoral degree in toxicology. He then completed postdoctorate studies in biomedical engineering at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. He earned his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine, where he completed a residency in anesthesiology. He completed a fellowship in pain management at UCSF.

Poree serves on the boards of the North American Neuromodulation Society, International Neuromodulation Society and California Society of Interventional Pain Physicians.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine, 2004

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, Pain Management, 2002

  • Residencies

    Stanford University School of Medicine, Anesthesiology, 2001

  • Internship

    Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, Transitional, 1998

  • Degree

    Stanford University School of Medicine, 1997

  • Languages

    English

Helping patients regain their quality of life is the goal of my practice.

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    My reviews

    4.7

    Overall Experience
    164 Ratings
    About our process
    Mar 28, 2025
    Dr Poree is an exceptional doctor, and I feel fortunate to be under his care.
    Mar 21, 2025
    Dr. Poree and his staff are outstanding. Sophia is absolutely the best!
    Mar 14, 2025
    Dr Poree is a pleasure to work with!
    Mar 13, 2025
    Good
    Feb 28, 2025
    Dr Poree is a pro, polite, efficient and empathic
    Feb 13, 2025
    Don't let him go. He listens,extremely knowledgeable, treats the whole patient. He does not dismiss anyone
    Feb 08, 2025
    Dr. Poree was extremely kind, thorough, and patient. As a result, I trust Dr. Poree, and that's a relief to be able to do.
    Dec 21, 2024
    Dr Poree was AMAzing so grateful for his help and guidance
    Dec 12, 2024
    Dr.Poree Was helpful once he called my cell phone to connect since we were cut off. It wasn't a very long conversation, but we did set up another follow up session.
    Nov 16, 2024
    Look forward to working with him in the future.
    Nov 06, 2024
    Dr. Poree is one of the best doctors I have ever dealt with
    Oct 27, 2024
    Dr. Poree was in top form.
    Oct 12, 2024
    Dr Poree was caring and supportive, as always. He thoroughly explained the situation going forward and answered all our questions and concerns about my treatment going forward.
    Oct 04, 2024
    Dr. Poree is excellent at understanding the problem and suggesting treatment options.
    Sep 21, 2024
    Dr. Poree's empathetic approach and willingness to listen to my symptoms enabled him to recommend a diagnostic plan that I have confidence in.
    Sep 12, 2024
    Excellent and very compassionate provider.
    Sep 01, 2024
    Dr. Poree is an amazing physician, he never rushes. I am extremely sensitive to drugs and he has been trying to find a combination for my pain pump that I can tolerate. He's not only thorough but he explains all the options so we can make a decision together.
    Aug 09, 2024
    Dr. Poree has always been very attentive to all of my issues. He is willing to change my medication because of my sensitivity to Opiates.
    Jun 28, 2024
    "Very Good" is a notch below "Terrific" which is how I would rate my experience over several years, including this last televideo appointment with Dr Poree and all of the staff at UCSF. You all are the best!
    Jun 19, 2024
    Dr Poree is an excellent doctor. He's ultra knowledgeable about my case, knows it in tremendous detail. He's smart, approachable and is very professional.
    May 19, 2024
    It would be very helpful to use visuals when describing causes of pain due to spinal nerve issues as difficult to follow with narrative alone.
    Mar 23, 2024
    Dr Poree is always very caring and attentive to my problems
    Mar 22, 2024
    Dr Poree is an amazing Doctor
    Mar 06, 2024
    I spent many hours preparing gf and submitting health information critical to understanding and appropriately responding to my needs. The physician had not been able to review a single document before the appointment.
    Dec 24, 2023
    Dr. Poree has always been very caring and concerned about my progress and any concerns that I have.
    Dec 07, 2023
    Care provider was very knowledgeable in this field of expertise ++ he spoke to me in layman's terms so that I could understand my condition. What I noticed above all was his confidence that he had in himself and that he could help me. Very caring and treated as an important individual, not just as a number.
    Dec 01, 2023
    Really awesome doctor, clearly a good, caring person who took the time to understand my information needs
    Oct 05, 2023
    The prescriptions that were discussed on the call were not sent to pharmacy as discussed nor were the lab test orders
    Oct 04, 2023
    Dr Poree always listens with patients and his knowledge is astrological compared to my local pain doctor that just refills my meds.
    Sep 21, 2023
    Dr. Poree is very professional, personable, knowledgeable and helpful.
    Aug 25, 2023
    Excellent MD
    Aug 23, 2023
    Dr. Poree is excellent in all ways.
    Aug 18, 2023
    A good experience, but needed more information from my doctor ! She was busy with other patients!
    Aug 04, 2023
    Dr Poree is wonderful. He's an excellent provider. Sometimes I'm a little confused about things after a visit but he clarifies and explains at followups
    Jul 28, 2023
    Dr. Poree was very attentive and understanding as I described why I was referred to his office. I appreciated that he allowed me to explain the events that has led me to my my present condition. Many doctors/ specialists dismiss or minimize my pain because of my age.
    Jul 19, 2023
    Dr Poree is a first class Doctor and he always has the patience to hear what I have to say. He is caring, empathetic and a skilled doctor. Our Healthcare system needs more like him.
    Jul 13, 2023
    I feel fortunate to have Dr Poree as my doctor.
    Jun 30, 2023
    Dr Poree has always been courteous, kind, informative, and patient with my questions .
    May 28, 2023
    Dr. Poree is an excellent and compassionate provider.

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