One Team, One Plan: Comprehensive Spine and Pain Management at Sano
Spine and pain issues are complex—but getting the right care shouldn’t be. At Sano, we’ve built a smarter, more connected way to deliver relief through an Integrated Spine and Pain Team.
Our patients benefit from a coordinated approach that brings together surgical and non-surgical specialists under one roof. Whether you’re struggling with chronic back pain, sciatica, or recovering from an injury, our team ensures you receive the right care at the right time—with fewer delays and better outcomes.
Right Care, Right Time
Our integrated model connects interventional pain management, spine surgery, and advanced practice providers into one seamless team. This eliminates the hand-off headaches many see when seeing multiple providers or transitioning between providers. Instead of navigating separate referrals and fragmented communication, our patients experience a streamlined path from evaluation to treatment.
We also follow a conservative-first philosophy: starting with evidence-based, non-surgical treatments whenever possible. Our physicians utilize Beacon Surgery Center for spine surgery and interventional pain management procedures—a high-quality, physician-owned outpatient procedure facility. This allows patients to receive advanced surgical care in a safe, efficient setting, typically with lower costs than traditional hospitals.
This model allows us to provide the right care at the right time, prioritizing outcomes, access, and patient satisfaction.
More Access, Less Waiting
We understand the toll that back and neck pain can take on daily life. That’s why we offer appointments across four Sano locations—Overland Park, Lee’s Summit, Parkville, and Raymore. This expanded access helps patients receive faster evaluations and timely treatment.
With a shared care model, transparent communication, and a full range of treatment options under one roof, our patients experience a smoother path to relief.
Meet the Providers
Our Integrated Spine and Pain Team includes board-certified physicians and highly trained advanced practice providers. Each plays a vital role in delivering compassionate, high-quality care:
- Dr. de Vere is a board-certified and a dual fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon . Her comprehensive training encompassing both orthopedic spine surgery and neurosurgery positions her as a distinguished leader in the field of spine care. She provides advanced surgical solutions for intricate spinal conditions, collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure exceptional, integrated care throughout the patient journey.
- Dr. Gonder focuses on interventional pain management, providing non-surgical relief for spine-related pain through procedures like Cervical And Lumbosacral Epidurals and Radiofrequency Ablation. She is known for her patient-first approach and attention to long-term outcomes.
- Chris Klipfel, PA-C and Carly Payne, PA-C support diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up care, ensuring patients always have access to the guidance they need. Both providers have extensive experience in spine and pain management, allowing them to offer expert clinical insight, reinforce continuity of care, and serve as trusted partners throughout the treatment process
With expert providers, shared medical records, and a commitment to collaboration, we’re able to offer an exceptional experience that’s built around the patient.
