Dr. Marissa Catalanotto, MD, is a fellowship-trained interventional pain management specialist. She combines precision procedures with a compassionate approach to help patients reduce discomfort, improve mobility and actively engage in their everyday lives.
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Meet Dr. Marissa Catalanotto, MD
Long Island Interventional Pain Management Doctor
Dr. Marissa Catalanotto is a Long Island physiatrist specializing in chronic musculoskeletal and cancer-related pain. She takes a comprehensive, multimodal approach by evaluating the physical, neurological, and lifestyle factors that contribute to pain and dysfunction. She then creates personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s goals and needs.
Her expertise includes various injections, radiofrequency ablations and advanced interventions, such as neuromodulation, vertebral augmentation, intrathecal drug delivery, and multidisciplinary pain management strategies.
Dr. Catalanotto works closely with patients to identify the safest and most effective combination of treatments to restore function and quality of life.
Undergraduate Degree
The University of Tulsa
Tulsa, OK
Medical Degree
St. George’s University School of Medicine
Grenada, West Indies
Intern Year
Internal Medicine at SUNY Downstate Medical Center
Brooklyn, NY
Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
ACGME Pain Fellowship
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
Pain Management Specialist
Dr. Catalanotto’s Education & Training
Dr. Catalanotto completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Tulsa, graduating magna cum laude, and went on to earn her medical degree from St. George’s University, also magna cum laude.
She did her internship at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and served as Chief Resident during her Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency at Baylor College of Medicine. She then completed a Pain Medicine fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center, the number one cancer center in the country, where she also served as Chief Fellow.
Leadership & Service
Dr. Catalanotto held several leadership roles during her training, including Administrative Chief Resident and Chief Fellow. She is also a published researcher and award-winning presenter. She was selected as one of the top three poster presentations at the Society of Women Innovators in Pain Management National Conference in Nashville, TN, for her presentation titled, “Minimally Invasive Peripheral Nerve Stimulation for Knee Osteoarthritis.”
She is an active member of the North American Neuromodulation Society and the Society of Women Innovators in Pain Management. Dr. Catalanotto attends numerous conferences throughout the year to stay current in the evolving field of pain medicine.
Professional Experience
Dr. Catalanotto is a Long Island native and former Division I collegiate rower at the University of Tulsa. She has competed internationally and represented The United States at the World University Games in Gwangju, South Korea in 2015. Staying active and healthy is central to her lifestyle. She enjoys HIIT workouts and running and has participated in many half marathons across the country. She also loves to travel and spend quality time with her family.
Research & Publications
Published Clinical Author in the Following:
Medication-Induced Depression Following Epidural Steroid Injections: A Case Series
Vangeison C, Roys J, Catalanotto M, Husu E
Anterior Spinal Artery Syndrome following Splanchnic Nerve Cryoablation for Oncological Pain: A Case Report
Catalanotto M, Vangeison C, Roys J, Salvatore D, Husu E, Huang
Emerging Evidence for Intrathecal Management of Neuropathic Pain Following Spinal Cord Injury
Karri J, Doan J, Vangeison C, Catalanotto M, Nagpal AS, Li S
The Role of Caudal Epidural Steroid Injections in Diabetic Lumbosacral Radiculoplexus Neuropathy: A Case Report
Roys J, Catalanotto M, Vangeison C, Husu E
Essentials of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Chapter: Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction
Catalanotto M, Manzi S
Dr. Catalanotto’s Commitment to You
Dr. Marissa Catalanotto combines technical expertise with compassionate, patient-focused care to address the root causes of pain. Her goal is to empower you with knowledge and offer treatment options that are both effective and sustainable, so you can reclaim your active, fulfilling life.
Awards
Chief Fellow
Chief Resident
Oliver R. Smith
Outstanding Resident
Dr. Catalanotto’s Specialties
Minimally Invasive Solutions for Joint, Neck and Back Pain
Neuromodulation
Trained in both spinal and peripheral approaches, neuromodulation is an advanced therapy that alters nerve activity to reduce pain and improve function. Spinal cord stimulation delivers targeted electrical impulses to the dorsal columns, modulating pain signals before they reach the brain. Peripheral nerve stimulation applies similar principles directly to specific peripheral nerves, offering pain relief in more localized regions. This therapy provides minimally invasive, adjustable, and reversible options for patients with chronic, refractory pain conditions.
Vertebral Augmentation
Vertebral augmentation is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat painful vertebral compression fractures, often caused by osteoporosis, trauma, or metastatic disease. These procedures can improve mobility, reduce dependence on pain medications, and enhance overall quality of life.
Intrathecal Drug Delivery
Targeted intrathecal drug delivery is an advanced pain management technique that delivers medication directly into the cerebrospinal fluid via an implanted pump and catheter system. By bypassing the systemic circulation, this approach allows for much lower drug doses compared to oral administration, reducing side effects while providing effective, continuous pain or spasticity control. It is particularly beneficial for patients with chronic pain, refractory cancer pain, neuropathic pain, or spasticity who have not responded to conventional therapies.
Cancer Pain
Cancer pain can happen for different reasons, such as the cancer itself pressing on bones, nerves, or organs, or as a side effect of treatments like surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation. The type and intensity of pain can vary, and each person’s experience is unique. Effective treatment typically requires an individualized multimodal approach, integrating pharmacologic therapy, interventional procedures, and supportive care to optimize pain control and improve quality of life.
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Explore Your Options for Pain Management on Long Island
Ready to get out of pain and on with your life? Schedule a consultation with Dr. Marissa Catalanotto today to explore safe, effective, minimally invasive solutions.
