
Steven Levin, MD
Pain Medicine
Anesthesiology
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Steven Levin
Professional Titles
- Medical Director, Regional Pain Program
Primary Academic Title
Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine
Background
Dr. Steven Levin is an assistant professor of anesthesiology and critical care medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
He joined the faculty of Johns Hopkins Hospital in 2015 with 20 years of experience in pain management. He previously served on the faculty at the University of Pittsburgh and Yale University, and comes to Johns Hopkins from New Haven, Connecticut, where he was partner and director at Advanced Diagnostic Pain Management Treatment Center.
Experienced in comprehensive pain management, Dr. Levin treats patients with a wide range of chronic pain conditions, such as spine-related pain, nerve injury, neuropathic pain, cancer pain, joint disease, myofascial pain and biomechanical dysfunction. He is committed to providing quality pain management to his patients with interventions that may include medication, facet injections, joint injections, nerve blocks, implantable therapies, radiofrequency ablation and cryotherapy. He has been selected as one of America’s Top Doctors since 2006 and was one of Connecticut’s Top Doctors in Pain Management from 2013 to 2015.
Being among the first physicians to become fellowship-trained in pain medicine, Dr. Levin has worked hard to raise awareness of chronic pain and make pain treatments available to all patients. In Connecticut, he worked with the American Alliance of Pain Initiatives to help develop standards of pain treatment for The Joint Commission, an organization that accredits health care organizations in the U.S. He also served as a co-chair of the American Cancer Society’s Connecticut Cancer Pain Initiative and is a board member of the non-profit Health Assistance Intervention Education Network in Connecticut.
He finds his work very rewarding because he values the opportunity to positively influence the lives of patients who have not had good options in the past. He finds intrinsic satisfaction in seeing his patients return to a more functional state and live happier, more rewarding lives.
Dr. Levin studied molecular genetics at the University of Pennsylvania before attending medical school at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. After earning his Doctorate of Medicine in 1990, he completed a residency in anesthesiology (1994) and a fellowship in pain management (1995), both at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.
Centers and Institutes
Videos
Research Interests
Chemical neurolysis, Epiduroscopy development, Opioid administration, Pain management, Physician training
Lab Website
Steven Levin Lab - Lab Website
- Research in the Steven Levin Lab focuses on chemical neurolysis, epiduroscopy (and training for physicians), opioid administration, and the use of alternative therapies for pain management. In collaboration with the American Society of Law, Medicine and Ethics and with funding from a Donahue Foundation Grant, we study social and ethical considerations in pain management. We have also been involved in clinical trials of novel analgesics.
Research Summary
Dr. Levin has been involved in clinical trials of novel analgesics and research projects related to opioid administration, chemical neurolysis, epiduroscopy development (and training for physicians), use of alternative therapies for pain management, and social and ethical considerations in pain management (with the American Society of Law, Medicine, and Ethics and support from a Donahue Foundation Grant).
Honors
- Connecticut's Top Doctors in Pain Management, 1/1/13
- America's Top Doctors, 1/1/06
Locations
- Charter Professional Center
- 10700 Charter Drive, Suite 205, Columbia, MD 21044
- phone: 410-955-7246
- fax: 410-502-6730
Expertise
Education
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Fellowship, Pain Medicine, 1995University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Residency, Anesthesiology, 1994University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Medical Education, MD, 1990Board Certifications
Pain Medicine
American Board of Anesthesiology, 1998Anesthesiology
American Board of Anesthesiology, 1996Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.7 out of 5
184 ratings, 57 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2025
I am amazed by the amount of time Dr Levin spends on me. No rush. He reviewed all my symptoms. Explained with extra patience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2025
Excellent provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2025
He was thorough and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2025
Dr Levin is a very good listener and is very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2025
My Doctor was Above and Beyond Dr. Steven Levin was Great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2024
Very kind, patient doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2024
Dr Levin is a very thoughtful and caring provider. He sees people in difficult situations and handles them with care and a gentle touch. I am very glad to have found him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2024
This was the first time a doctor explained in detail my condition and recommendations on what I needed to do to help resolve my back problems. Very thorough and professional!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2024
Dr. Levin has finally agreed that I should get a cortisone shot for lower back and leg pain
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2024
Dr. Levin is excellent at what he does. He is attentive, caring and insightful.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2024
I'm grateful that Dr. Levin is part of my care team. He truly cares about working together to find a solution for my pain and he truly listens.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2024
Very personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2024
Excellent in every way.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2024
Stimulates me to think hard about how to best Improve physically and to reconsider my expectations for physical improvement. Also my spouse has a serious illness so this visit along with other visits helps me to reassess our future goals and needs by speaking clearly about my improvements and areas that are still problematic.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2024
DR. LEVIN IS A VERY NICE PAIN MANAGEMENT DOCTOR .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2024
Dr. Levin is a great Physician. He makes you feel very comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2024
Best Provider Ever
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2024
Dr Levin was courteous, personable and clinically superb. He spent a lot of time inquiring as to my long-term pain issue. Very easy physician to interact with.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2024
Rushing and doesn't listen to what I'm saying
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2024
Dr. Levin dedicated and extraordinary amount of time to this visit. He was attentive and curious about every aspect of my care in order to provide the most sound advice and recommendations moving forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2024
The doctor was very compassionate and knowledgeable. He provided a good understanding of current state of my health Issues and provided multiple encouraging potential treatment paths.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2024
Dr. Levin is awesome and always listens to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2024
Dr. Levin was very thorough and seemed genuinely concerned about my condition. He spent a lot of time with me and didn't make me feel rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2024
Dr. Levin is so kind and has helped me tremendously with my pain. He's very thorough and detailed in his questions and listened carefully to my answers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2024
Very Professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
Awesome , great work of him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
Outstanding, thorough exam, best I've ever had and at age 88,I've had had many.ss
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
Dr. Levin definitely knows his area of expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2024
Amazing professional- very personable, thorough, and incredible communication skills.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2024
Very thorough, did not rush, listened carefully and explained condition.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2024
Provider was knowledgeable and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
Very co-operative and shares my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2024
I appreciate Dr. Levin very much. He has definitely made me much better than I had been when I started seeing him for my pain. He has me pretty much pain free and I have been dealing with this issue for over 10 years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
I'm very much pleased after first visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2024
Dr. Levin is concerned about you as a person, not just as a number. He is very knowledgeable and has a wonderful bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2024
Very knowledgeable, courteous and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2024
Great listener as always!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2024
Dr steven very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
Professional, knowledgeable, xourrteous
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2024
Professional friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2024
The doctor was a fantastic provider - one of the best I've seen in JH.Please maintain the quality of your services!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2024
Dr.Levin is caring and knowledgeable. He is great to work with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2024
He listened to our concerns
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
He seems indifferent, after a few comments takes care of changes in meds as needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
He is very good Dr
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
Dr Levin is a wonderful physician. Professional and friendly. Has helped me with my medical issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2024
DR. LEVIN IS A WONDERFUL DOCTOR ! HE HELPS ME MANAGE MY PAIN. ALSO, HE LISTENS TO MY QUESTIONS AND CONCERNS AND ANSWERS ME WITH TERMS I UNDERSTAND AND TAKES HIS TIME AND DOES NOT RUSH ME THROUGH THE APPOINTMENT ! DR. LEVIN IS GREAT !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2024
Very good at listening
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2024
Professional and understandable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/28/2024
Dr. Levin stuck with me through a not-so-successful medication trial, listened to my concerns with great understanding and compassion, and then found the right medication for me - it's changed my life! After six years of my trying various treatments for my nerve-related back spasms, I'm so glad I found Dr. Levin.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2024
Dr. Levin is very knowledgeable and explains things very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2024
Dr. Levin is patient and explains things in an understandable manner. He seems caring and also has a light interactive quality that makes him accessible.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2024
Dr. Levin has great compassion regarding pain control
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2024
Attentive; asked questions; through exam; very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/22/2024
Nice take care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/22/2024
He is an exceptional communicator. He ensures you understand your options and allows you to take an active approach in identifying treatment options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/22/2024
Dr. Levin is an excellent Doctor and is very good with me.