Before traveling
Patients can organize prior exams, imaging reports, medication lists, previous procedures and a short pain history so the first visit starts with better clinical context.
International patients
Pain treatment in São Paulo for international patients.
For patients traveling to Brazil, the clinic can organize a focused 1-2 week treatment stay when a multimodal plan is clinically appropriate.
International patients are usually evaluated by Dr. Marcus Yu Bin Pai or Dr. Andrew, both of whom speak English. The visit can combine medical assessment, interventional pain procedures, medical acupuncture, physiotherapy, Pilates-based rehabilitation and a continuation plan for the return home.
- 1-2 weeks focused treatment windows when clinically appropriate
- Mon-Sat clinic open Monday to Saturday
- English care with Dr. Marcus or Dr. Andrew
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Visit plan
How an international treatment stay can be organized
The goal is to use the time in São Paulo well: review the diagnosis, decide what can be done safely, coordinate treatment days and leave with a plan that still makes sense after the trip.
Medical evaluation
The physician reviews the story, physical exam, red flags, functional goals and what should be prioritized during a short stay.
Same-day options
When the diagnosis, safety review and schedule allow it, interventional pain procedures can often be performed on the same day as the medical consultation.
Rehabilitation and return plan
The patient can receive physiotherapy, Pilates-based rehabilitation, load guidance and written next steps for continuing care after returning home.
Treatment stay
A focused 1-2 week plan when time in São Paulo is limited
Some international patients come for a second opinion. Others travel because they need diagnosis, procedures and rehabilitation to speak to each other in the same place.
Who this care fits
This care fits patients who live outside Brazil, or who travel frequently, and need a practical way to coordinate pain care in São Paulo. It may be useful when pain has lasted for months, previous treatments were disconnected, or the patient needs a clear plan before deciding on more invasive options.
The clinic sees patients from several countries. Most stay in nearby hotels, Airbnbs or short-term apartments around Jardins, Paulista Avenue or central São Paulo, depending on their schedule and mobility.
Why one or two weeks can help
A 1-2 week stay can allow enough time for medical assessment, review of tests, selected procedures, medical acupuncture, physiotherapy, Pilates-based rehabilitation and monitoring of the early response.
Not every case needs an intensive sequence. Some patients need a single consultation and a strategy. Others benefit from several treatment days close together, especially when pain is blocking movement, sleep or basic function.
Clinical principle
The treatment sequence depends on diagnosis, safety, medication use, previous procedures and the patient's functional goals.
Doctors and languages
English-speaking medical care, with additional language support
International patients are usually seen by Dr. Marcus or Dr. Andrew. Both speak English and can discuss diagnosis, procedures, risks, alternatives and rehabilitation goals directly with the patient.
Dr. Marcus Yu Bin Pai
Dr. Marcus works with pain medicine, physiatry, medical acupuncture and non-surgical procedures. His role is to connect the diagnosis with a practical treatment sequence, especially when the patient has limited time in São Paulo.
Dr. Andrew
Dr. Andrew speaks English and Korean. He can assist international patients who need medical assessment, procedural planning and communication across cultures during a short treatment stay.
Dr. Hong Jin Pai
Dr. Hong Jin Pai speaks Chinese and is part of the clinical leadership of the clinic. His background helps support patients who prefer Chinese-language communication when scheduling or coordinating care.
International expertise
The doctors have international expertise and experience discussing pain care with patients who arrive with different medical systems, prior opinions and treatment expectations.
Best fit
For patients who need coordinated care, not isolated appointments
A focused stay is most useful when the patient needs clinical judgment, sequencing and follow-up markers rather than a single technique chosen in advance.
- Chronic or recurrent pain with previous exams already available
- Spine, headache, myofascial, tendon, joint or neuropathic pain questions
- Need for same-day procedures when medically appropriate
- Need to combine pain relief with rehabilitation before returning home
Multimodal care
What can be coordinated during the stay
Evaluation
Diagnosis before technique
A medical visit reviews history, physical exam, imaging, previous treatments, medication use and functional goals before choosing the next step.
Procedures
Interventional options
Selected blocks, infiltrations, trigger-point procedures or botulinum toxin can be discussed and sometimes performed the same day when safe and indicated.
Acupuncture
Medical acupuncture
Acupuncture is used as part of pain modulation, muscle tension control and movement recovery within a multimodal plan.
Rehabilitation
Physiotherapy and Pilates
Individual rehabilitation can work on mobility, strength, load tolerance, gait, confidence and a program to continue after travel.
Physical therapies
Shockwave or laser when indicated
Some tendon, fascia and musculoskeletal pain conditions may justify shockwave or high-intensity laser as part of a larger plan.
Continuity
Return-home plan
The visit should end with clear instructions, red flags, exercise progression and criteria for follow-up locally or with the clinic.
Treatment options
Treatments that may be combined, depending on the diagnosis.
Pain medicine Medical pain evaluation A physician-led assessment to decide what is driving pain and which interventions are worth considering. Procedures Same-day interventional care When clinically appropriate, procedures can sometimes be performed on the same day after assessment and safety review. - Acupuncture Medical acupuncture Used for selected pain, muscle tension, headache and sensitization patterns as part of a multimodal plan.
- Rehabilitation Physiotherapy and Pilates Individual sessions to recover movement, strength, confidence and tolerance to daily activity.
- Shockwave Shockwave therapy May be considered for selected tendon, fascia and musculoskeletal pain targets.
- Botulinum toxin Botulinum toxin for pain Discussed only when there is a coherent muscle target, functional limitation and clear risk-benefit reasoning.
The clinic
Where you will be treated
FAQ
Planning a treatment trip.
Can an international patient be treated in English?
Yes. International patients are usually evaluated by Dr. Marcus or Dr. Andrew, both of whom speak English.
Can procedures be done on the same day?
Sometimes. Same-day procedures depend on the medical evaluation, diagnosis, medication use, safety considerations, available imaging and schedule.
How long should I stay in São Paulo?
Some patients need only one consultation. Others may benefit from a 1-2 week stay to coordinate procedures, acupuncture and rehabilitation with early response monitoring.
Where do patients usually stay?
Patients commonly stay in nearby hotels, Airbnbs or short-term rentals around Jardins, Paulista Avenue or surrounding areas, depending on mobility and budget.
Is the clinic open on weekends?
The clinic is open Monday to Saturday. Scheduling depends on physician availability, procedure planning and rehabilitation slots.
Can my local doctor continue the plan after I return home?
Yes. The goal is to leave São Paulo with a clear diagnosis-oriented plan, exercise guidance, red flags and follow-up criteria that can be shared with local clinicians.
Next step
Plan the medical visit before booking a full treatment stay.
Send your timeline, main symptoms, prior exams, medication list and treatment goals. The clinic can help organize whether a consultation, same-day procedure or 1-2 week multimodal sequence in São Paulo is realistic.