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Office
6502 Bandera Rd
Ste 102
San Antonio, TX 78238Phone+1 210-474-6788Fax+1 210-571-4105
Summary
- Dr. Ivan Edwards is a renowned public figure who wears a few hats. He is a physician, CEO, owner of two healthcare firms, a USAF flight surgeon, and an active community leader involved in various humanitarian initiatives. He is also a seasoned public speaker.
His medical expertise lies in physical, musculoskeletal medicine, and comprehensive pain management. He treats patients with trauma, injuries, or musculoskeletal and neurological disorders, including low back, joint, and extremity pain. He is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and is a Fellow of the American Academy of PM&R.
As the CEO and owner of JOVANA Rehabilitation Medicine and Pain, based in San Antonio, TX, Dr. Edwards oversees operations and provides consultancy services to numerous facilities in the area.
In addition, Dr. Edwards serves as a USAF Reserve Flight Surgeon at the rank of Lt. Colonel. He is the first flight surgeon of Ugandan descent. He has also held the position of Health and Wellness physician for the San Antonio Fire Department.
His influence extends to several hospitals' medical executive board committees, where he has served. He has contributed to humanitarian efforts in childhood education, neurorehabilitation, pain management, PTSD, and COVID-19 relief.
He is a respected authority in his field, having assisted in numerous court cases involving injuries, trauma, and rehabilitation. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the Aerospace Medical Association, the Military Officers Association of America, and the Society of USAF Flight Surgeons. He is also an elected Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) and the Royal Society of Medicine.
Notably, Dr. Edwards was commissioned as a Kentucky Colonel by Governor Beshear on October 25th, 2021. His public speaking engagements span local and international stages, where he discusses topics related to health, the human condition, and personal growth.
(Website: www.drivanedwards.com)
Clinical Expertise
- Nerve conduction studies, Electromyography, Neuro-rehabilitation, Back pain, Traumatic brain injury, Sports medicine, Pain management, Botox injection, Acupuncture, Military medicine, Headache disorders, Osteopathic medicine, Medicolegal expertise, Flight medicine, Public speaking, Ultrasound-guided injections, Musculoskeletal injuries
Education & Training
- Air University Certificate, Air War College - DL, Senior Development Course - Leadership and Strategy training, 2018 - 2024
- U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM)Flight Surgeon, Aerospace Medicine Primary , 2011 - 2016
- University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of MedicineResidency, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2005 - 2008
- Eastern Virginia Medical SchoolInternship, Internal Medicine, 2004 - 2005
- Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern UniversityClass of 2004, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- Rivier UniversityBS, Biology, Cum laude
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Air Force Commendation, oak leaf cluster; National Defense Service Medal; Global War on Terrorism Service Medal; Armed Forces Reserve Medal-1 hourglass; AF Longevity Service Medal; AF Training Ribbon USAF
- Meritorious Service Medal USAF, 2023
- Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal (MOVSM) USAF
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Press Mentions
- Dynamic Duo: Dr. Ivan Edwards and Dan Blasini, RN, Launch a Pioneering Health Care VentureOctober 30th, 2024
- Ugandan immigrant escapes dictatorship, finds rehabilitation in Air Force serviceOctober 1st, 2024
- Dr. Ivan Edwards featured in San Antonio Monthly magazineJuly 17th, 2024
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Committees
- PM&R Director, Med Exec Kindred Hospital 2018 - Present
- PM&R director & Military Affairs director, PAM/Warm Springs hospital system 2018 - 2023
Professional Memberships
- Member
- Aerospace Medical AssociationMember
- Society of USAF Flight SurgeonsMember
- National Headache FoundationMember
- Military Officers Association of AmericaMember
- The Royal Society Of MedicineFellow
Other Languages
- Swahili, French
Industry Relationships
- Medical Director, Amedisys Hospice2021 - 2024
- PM&R Director - Coronado, Centex Continuing Care Network2020 - 2024
- Attending Physician, Kindred Hospital, downtown & Medical DR2017 - Present
- Attending Physician, PAM/Warm Springs hospitals2017 - 2023
External Links
- Dr. Ivan Edwardshttps://drivanedwards.com/
- Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/DrIvanEdwards
- LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-ivan-edwards-faapmr-frsa-327a4223/
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