Pain Center Providers

Trident Pain Center

J. Edward Nolan, MD

Medical Director

Joseph Edward (“Ed”) Nolan has been practicing medicine since 1996. He received his Doctor of Medicine Degree from the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Nolan served his General Surgery Internship at MUSC, and completed his Anesthesiology Residency and Pain Fellowship there as well. He is Board Certified in Pain Management and specializes in interventional pain management for neck and back pain.

Dr. Nolan began his private practice in 2002, opening Trident Pain Center in North Charleston. Under his direction, the practice has grown remarkably to include multiple locations. Each day Dr. Nolan strives to provide exceptional patient care; his dedication and compassion are evident in the standards of excellence he has established within his practice.

In Dr. Nolan’s time away from the practice, he can be found enjoying the outdoors or spending time with his family.

Curriculum Vitae

Title: Medical Director / Principal Investigator / Owner

Medical License: State of South Carolina License # 19839

Business

Trident Pain Center, LLC
9267 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite G
North Charleston, SC 29406
Phone (843) 797-3636 / Fax (843) 797-3637
Medical Director / Owner (September 2002-Present)

Trident Institute of Medical Research, LLC
9267 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite G
North Charleston, SC 29406
Phone (843) 266-6090 / Fax (843) 266-6099
Principal Investigator / Owner (April 2007-October 2014)

Education & Training

Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry, Minor in Accounting and Business Administration
Southern College, Collegedale, TN (1981-1986)
Graduated Cum Laude
Degree: Doctor of Medicine
Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC (1992-1996)
General Surgery Internship
Department of Surgery
Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC (1996-1997)
Resident in Anesthesiology
Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC (1997-2000)
Pain Fellowship
Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC (2000-2001)
Good Clinical Practice for Clinical Research Professionals – ACRP (2007)
Appointment
Clinical Assistant Professor
Department of Anesthesiology
Medical University of South Carolina
165 Ashley Avenue, Suite 525
Post Office Box 250912
Charleston, SC 29425
Phone (843) 792-2322

Certificates & Membership

Diplomate, American Board of Anesthesiology (2001)
Additional qualifications in Pain Management (2003)
Diplomate, National Board of Medical Examiners (1997)
South Carolina State Board of Medical Examiners (1997)
American Medical Association
SC Medical Association
American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians
Association of Clinical Research Professionals (2007)

Publications

Evaluation of Residency Provided Home Computers in Anesthesia Education, Computer Literacy, and Interdepartmental Communication: Results of a Resident Survey. American Journal of Anesthesiology (1999)

Presentations

Numerous local presentations discussing “Advances in Pain Management”
“Computer Education in Anesthesia Residency”
Presented Annual Meeting – American Society of Anesthesiologists, (1998)
“Musculoskeletal Infections in Transplant Patients”
Third Place – SC Orthopedic Association Annual Meeting (1997)

Research

“A Multicenter, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Double-blinded Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Lubiprostone in Patients with Opioid-induced Bowel Dysfunction” (2007-2009)
“A Six Week Double-Blind, Randomized, Multicenter Comparison Study of the Analgesic Effectiveness of Celecoxib 200 mg BID Compared to Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg QID in Subjects with Chronic Low Back Pain” (2008-July 18, 2008)
“A Phase III, Variable-Dose Titration Followed by a Randomized Double-Blind Study of Controlled-Release OROS® Hydromorphone HCl (NMED-1077) Compared to Placebo in Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain” (2008-January 2009)
“A Randomized, Double Blind, Active Controlled Crossover Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Fentanyl Buccal Tablets Compared With Immediate Release Oxycodone for the Management of Breakthrough Pain in Opioid Tolerant Patients With Chronic Pain, Followed by a 12 Week Open Label Extension to Evaluate the Impact of Fentanyl Buccal Tablets on Patient Outcomes” (2008-2010)
“Opioid Utilization Study (OPUS) in Chronic non-cancer pain” (2008-2010)
“A Prospective, Multi-Center, Observational Registry of Patients Using Prescription Medications Containing Oxycodone Immediate Release for the Treatment of Pain” (June 2009-2010)
“A Multi-center, Primary Care-Based, Open-Label Study to Assess the Success of Converting Opioid Experienced Patients With Chronic, Moderate to Severe
Pain, to EMBEDA™ Using a Standardized Conversion Guide, and to Identify Behaviors Related to Prescription Opioid Abuse, Misuse and Diversion” (Study was discontinued by Pfizer)
“A 12-Month, Open-Label Study to Evaluate the Long-Term Safety of Hydrocodone Bitartrate Extended-Release Tablets (CEP-33237) at 15 to 90 mg Every 12 Hours in Patients Who Require Opioid Treatment for an Extended Period of Time”
“A 12-Week Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Hydrocodone Bitartrate Extended-Release Tablets
(CEP-33237) at 15 to 90 mg Every 12 Hours for Relief of Moderate to Severe Pain in Patients With Osteoarthritis or Low Back Pain Who Require Opioid Treatment for an Extended Period of Time”
“A Randomized, Double Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Ascending-Dose Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of CEP-37247 Administered at Single Doses of 0.5, 1, 3, 6 or 12mg by the Transforaminal Epidural Route for the Treatment of Patient With Lumbosacral Radicular Pain Associated With Disc Herniation”

Educational Speaker

Cephalon, Inc (2010 to present)
Mallinckrodt, Inc (2011 to present)
Covidien, Inc (2012 to present)

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Anthony Maggio, MD

Dr. Anthony Maggio has been practicing medicine for over a decade. He received his Bachelor of Science in Biology at Florida International University in 1996. Afterward, he went on to obtain a Medical Degree from Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara in 2001. He completed his internship and residency in General Surgery and Internal Medicine at the University of South Alabama Medical Center.

Dr. Maggio is licensed in Alabama, Florida, and South Carolina. He is also ATLS, PALS, and ACLS certified.

Curriculum Vitae

Business:

Immediate Care of the South (February 2015 – Present)
Team Health (December 2012-May 2013)
Pegasus Emergency Group (October 2010 – December 2010)
Immediate Care of the South (August 2010 – December 2010)
University of South Alabama Medical Emergency Department (August 2009 – Present)
Mobile Emergency Group (July 2007 – December 2012)
Infirmary West Medical Center ER Medical Director (October 2011-October 2012)

Education & Training:

Bachelors of Science in Biology
- Florida International University, Miami FL (1996)
- Undergraduate

Medical Degree
- Univerisdad Autonoma de Guadalajara
  Guadalajara, Mexico (1997-2001)

Fifth Pathway Certificate of Completion
- New York Medical College
  Valhalla, NY ( January 2002 – December 2002)

Internship – General Surgery
- University of South Alabama Medical Center
  Mobile, AL (June 2003-June 2004)

Internship – Internal Medicine
- University of South Alabama Medical Center
  Mobile, AL (July 2004-June 2005)

Resident – Internal Medicine
- University of South Alabama Medical Center
  Mobile, AL (July 2005-June 2007)

Presentations:

Poster Presentation: SGIM Southern Regional Meeting, Altanta, GA
- Clostridium Septicum (March 2016)

Licenses and Certifications:

Alabama Medical License MD 28167
Florida Medical License ME122128
ATLS Certified
PALS Certified
ACLS Certified

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Allyson Thatcher, MD

Allyson Thatcher comes to Trident Pain Center with twenty years post-residency experience, including four years as an active duty Captain in the Air Force. Thatcher received her Bachelor of Science Degree from George Washington University in 1985. She then completed her Doctor of Medicine Degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1989.

With her military background, Thatcher has practiced in Texas, Arkansas, and Pennsylvania before moving to Charleston in 2006. In her time in Charleston, Thatcher has worked at the Naval Weapons Station and most recently served as Medical Director at Concentra. Thatcher resides on Daniel Island with her husband and children. In her spare time, she enjoys sports, reading, and singing in her church choir.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Title: Medical Doctor

Medical License: State of South Carolina License # 34272

BUSINESS

Trident Pain Center, LLC
9267 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite G
North Charleston, SC 29406
Phone (843) 797-3636 / Fax (843) 797-3637
Medical Doctor (September 2013 – present)
Trident Institute of Medical Research, LLC
9267 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite G
North Charleston, SC 29406
Phone (843) 266-6090 / Fax (843) 797-3637
Subinvestigator (September 2013 – October 2014)

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Degree: Doctor of Medicine Degree
Virginia Commonwealth University/Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, VA (1989)
Degree: Bachelor of Science
George Washington University, Washington, D.C. (1985)

CERTIFICATES & MEMBERSHIP

American Board of Family Practice

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Devin Antonovich, MD

Dr. Devin Antonovich is a physician trained in both anesthesiology and pain medicine. He received his medical degree from St. George’s University with high honors (Magna Cum). He completed his residency training at the Medical University of South Carolina, where he published translational research related to neuromodulatory implants for pain control. He then completed his subspecialty training in pain medicine at the Medical College of Georgia. He also holds degrees in the fields of biology, psychology and neuroscience, which he completed at the College of Charleston, in Charleston, SC.

Dr. Antonovich values both safety and excellence in patient outcomes. He specializes in interventional pain management procedures, with an emphasis on spinal cord stimulator implantation. In his time away from work he enjoys family time, playing guitar, and travel.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Title: Attending Physician, Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
Medical License: State of South Carolina License # 39925

BUSINESS
Trident Pain Center, LLC
9267 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite G
North Charleston, SC 29406
Phone (843) 797-3636 / Fax (843) 797-3637
Attending Physician

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Degree: Bachelor of Science in Biology, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Minor in Neuroscience
College of Charleston, Charleston, SC (2005-2010)
Degree: Doctor of Medicine
St. George’s University, Grenada. (2012-2016)
Internship and Residency: Anesthesiology
Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC (2016-2020)
Pain Fellowship:
Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Care
Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA (2020-2021)

CERTIFICATES & MEMBERSHIP

Diplomate, American Board of Anesthesiology (2021)
South Carolina State Board of Medical Examiners (2016)
American Academy of Pain Physicians (2017)
American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (2017)
American Society of Regional Anesthesia (2017)
North American Neuromodulation Society (2017)
Gold Humanism Honor Society (2012)

PUBLICATIONS
⦁ Antonovich D, Gama W, Ritter A, Wolf BJ, Nobles R, Selassie M, Hillegass MG. Reoperation Rates of Percutaneous and Paddle Leads in Spinal Cord Stimulator Systems: A Single-Center Retrospective Analysis. Pain Medicine. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press. 04 August 2020.

⦁ Antonovich D, Dua A. Electrodiagnostic Evaluation of Brachial Plexopathies. 2020 Oct 11. In: StatPearls. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2020 Jan–. PMID: 32965868.

PRESENTATIONS

⦁ Poster Presentation: “Revision Rates of Percutaneous vs Paddle Leads in Spinal Cord Stimulator Systems: A Single Center Retrospective Analysis.” American Academy of Pain Medicine 2019 Annual Meeting. Denver, CO.

⦁ Poster Presentation: Case Report, “Failed Spinal Cord Stimulator Lead Due to Apparent Short Circuit.” Carolinas Anesthesiology Conference (2017).

⦁ Poster Presentation: “Chronic Ethanol Upregulates Synaptic Expression of the Nuclear Transcriptional Regulatory Protein Aida-1d in Hippocampal Neurons”. SYNAPSE 2009 and SYNAPSE 2010, Neuroscience Conferences (2010, 2011).

RESEARCH

⦁ “Revision Rates of Percutaneous vs Paddle Leads in Spinal Cord Stimulator Systems: A Single Center Retrospective Analysis.” Principal Investigator, Author. Medical University of South Carolina. 2017-2020.

⦁ “Chronic Ethanol Upregulates Synaptic Expression of the Nuclear Transcriptional Regulatory Protein Aida-1d in Hippocampal Neurons” Research Specialist. Medical University of South Carolina. 2009-2010.

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