Advanced Pain Management in Anchorage, Alaska
Helping You Find Relief When Other Treatments Haven’t Worked
Alpenglow Pain & Wellness is an interventional pain management clinic in South Anchorage led by Dr. Nichelle Renk, a Stanford fellowship-trained, double board-certified physician in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine. We specialize in diagnosing and treating chronic pain conditions using advanced, minimally invasive procedures and personalized care plans.
Treating conditions like:
👉 Chronic back and neck pain
👉 Migraines and headachesJoint and musculoskeletal pain
👉 Nerve pain and radiculopathy
👉 Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and complex pain conditions
Comprehensive Pain Relief — Personalized for You
We combine interventional pain treatments with supportive wellness therapies to help reduce pain, restore function, and improve your quality of life.
Our approach includes:
👉 Image-guided pain procedures (RFA, medial branch blocks, Steroid injections)
👉 Spinal cord stimulation, Kyphoplasty and advanced therapies
👉 EMG & nerve conduction studies (EMG/NCS)
👉 Regenerative medicine (PRP and stem cell therapies)
👉 Infusion therapy and wellness treatments
Every treatment plan is tailored to your condition, history, and goals.
Why Patients Choose Alpenglow Pain & Wellness
👉 Stanford-trained, board-certified pain specialist
👉 Advanced, minimally invasive treatment options
👉 Personalized care plans — not one-size-fits-all
👉 Focus on long-term relief and improved function
👉 Local, compassionate care in Anchorage
Conditions We Treat
We help patients with a wide range of chronic and complex pain conditions, including:
👉 Back and spine pain
👉 Chronic migraines and headaches
👉 Joint pain and arthritis
👉 Nerve pain and neuropathy
👉 Fibromyalgia and chronic pain syndromes
👉 Compression Fractures
👉 Long COVID-related pain
👉 Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your first appointment is focused on understanding your pain and building a clear treatment plan.
👉 Review of your medical history and prior imaging
👉 Comprehensive evaluation by your provider
👉 Discussion of diagnosis and treatment options
👉 Personalized care plan tailored to your needs
If a procedure is recommended, our team will coordinate insurance authorization and scheduling.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pain Management
When should I see a pain management specialist?
You should consider seeing a pain management specialist if your pain lasts more than a few weeks, isn’t improving with basic treatments, or is affecting your daily life. A specialist can evaluate the cause of your pain and offer advanced treatment options for longer-term relief.
Do I need a referral to schedule an appointment?
Some insurance plans do not require a referral. However, TriWest and Alaska Medicaid do. Our team can help verify your specific requirements.
Are pain management treatments safe?
Yes — when performed by a qualified, board-certified specialist, pain management treatments are generally safe. We use minimally invasive, evidence-based approaches and review all risks and options with you before treatment.
Do you accept insurance or self-pay?
We are in-network with Aetna, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Alaska Medicaid, and TriWest. We can also help with out-of-network claims.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
We work to schedule patients as quickly as possible. Availability can vary, but our team will help you find the earliest appointment and guide you through any required steps.
Start Your Path to Pain Relief
You don’t have to live with chronic pain. Our team is here to help you find answers and effective treatment options.
👉 Call or Text 907-677-7246 to Book Your Appointment
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These are our in network insurance providers. Please give the office a call if you have any questions.
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"Dr. Renk has been amazing. She is super knowledgeable and compassionate. All the staff are great too! Very relaxing environment and comfortable too! Highly recommend!"
"Dr. Renk and her staff are wonderful. Dr. Renk is thoughtful and a good listener. Her staff is extremely kind, professional and helpful."
"My first visit and everything was excellent. Very caring and everyone I encountered was caring, professional and friendly!!!!"
"Dr. Renk did excellent and quick RFA procedure. Office was quite professional and friendly"
"Dr. Renk is very engaged and tuned in to needs when seeing her. Listens and makes multiple suggestions and recommendations."
"I really liked my first visit with Dr. Renk! I finally feel understood and like I have options to seek relief! Thank you so much."
"Another OUTSTANDING!!! visit with Dr. Renk and her amazing team. I couldn't be any happier with my experience. Highly recommend!!!"
"Very thorough, patient, friendly, resourceful and intelligent. Staff was friendly, and were able to answer all of my questions. Strongly recommend."
"Dr. Renk and her staff continually go above and beyond for their patients. They have given me superior care and have helped give me the quality of life I had before."
"Love Dr. Renk and her staff, they are very personable always engage in light conversation, inquire how I am. I just love them all!!! Highly recommend."
"The 5 star reviews are real. MD Renk and PA Kelley are fantastic. This office listens to their patients, genuinely cares about their patients."
"Dr. Renks staff is excellent in their professional duties and friendly, too! My Mom and our family are so grateful for Dr. Renk."
"The best care; Dr. Renk has an exceptional team. She is also caring and well versed in pain control."
"Everyone we have encountered has been very kind and patient with my daughter. I think my daughter's concerns have been validated and she is in excellent care."
"I’ve been a patient at Alpenglow Pain and Wellness for years, with Cynthia Dunleavy treating me for most of that time. She truly listens and delivers excellent care"
"Jen can quickly assess where and how to work for maximum impact. She always gives a great take home tip or two to try. Great"
"April Hinsberger, APRN was wonderful. Her knowledge and expertise regarding my condition was above board."
"Prompt and friendly service from the front desk and assistant staff. Dr. Gavin was not only great, but awesome"
"Thoughtful staff and Dr. Nixon was very patient and explanatory."
"Dr. Nixon was extremely helpful in my HEDS and was able to provide me with new treatments that I had not been offered before."
"Dr. Renk is a wonderful doctor, Cynthia is wonderful, all of the technicians in the back getting you ready for your procedures are always very caring and gentle"
