the founder
Gary G. Theofilis DO, Anesthesiology Pain Mgmt, is an Osteopathic Physician that has successfully treated thousands of patients across the United States. As an Anesthesiologist, Fellowship trained in Interventional Pain Medicine, he actively publishes and presents on Pain Management topics internationally. Dr. T is dedicated to providing quality care that harnesses the body’s unique ability to heal and treat itself.
- Dr. Theofilis completed his Anesthesiology Residency at the Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. He went on to specialize in Interventional Pain Management by completing his Fellowship training at Arizona Pain Specialists in the MAYO Health System of Phoenix Arizona.
“I don’t want my patients on pain medication forever. That’s no way to live. I treat my patients in a manner that enables them to live active lifestyles, enjoying all that life has to offer. This can only be achieved through Integrative Medicine which combines traditional & holistic medicine with nutrition, physical training and rehabilitation while treating the causes of pain”.
- Dr. Theofilis is an active member of the following organizations:
- American Academy of Pain Medicine
- American Society of Integrative Medicine
- Diplomate American Academy of Integrative Medicine
- Diplomate American Board of Addiction Medicine
- American Osteopathic Association
About Us
ARILEX Medical Services, LLC
Specializing in Pain Intervention & Integrative Medicine, ARILEX is not your typical Pain Management practice. Our approach is to maximize your ability to enjoy all that life has to offer through the implementation of a wide range of services. Founded by Dr. Gary G. Theofilis DO, ARILEX combines the principles of Osteopathic and Integrative Medicine with Interventional Pain Medicine.
“I treat the cause of pain, I don’t want my patients on pain meds forever. These meds were not designed for long term use and it’s no way to live. Patients don’t realize that the long term use of opioids have been linked to loss of memory, endocrine dysfunction and increased risk of cancer”.
After spending many years in the corporate world, Dr. Theofilis felt a higher calling. “I serve God by serving my fellow man”. As an Anesthesiologist, he completed fellowship training in Interventional Pain Medicine under Paul Lynch, MD and Tory McJunkin, MD of Arizona Pain Specialists, affiliated with the world famous MAYO Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ.
“Where most Pain Fellows perform approximately 750 procedures during their training, I had performed over 3000. I was very surprised at the limited options offered to patients by the pain practices of Georgia. I am the premier Pain Physician in the Southeast United States for the treatment of female pelvic and genital pain. My patients travel from as far as Virginia and have had excellent results”.
Our practice is unique in it’s combination on Pain Intervention & Integrative Medicine.
“The body is a unit and we harness the body’s ability to heal and treat itself by optimizing health while at the same time eliminating the causes of pain”.
Dr. Theofilis has published and presented at international pain conferences for many years such as the American Society of Regional Anesthesiology Pain Conference.
Dr. Theofilis is the founder and President of OrthodoxChristianProjects.org a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit which provides funding for Orthodox Christian Orphanages worldwide.
ARILEX Center for Endometriosis & Pelvic Pain
The ARILEX Center for Endometriosis & Pelvic Pain, founded by Dr. Gary G. Theofilis, Anesthesiology Pain Specialist, this practice specializes in treating women who are in need of pain relief from endometriosis and pelvic-related conditions to improve their overall quality of life.
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Women's health is important to us. If you're starting a family or maintaining your overall health, our OBGYN is available for all your women's health needs. Same day appointments available!