We provide a team effort to help you manage your pain

Christine, Nancy, Dr. Chen, Donna

MEDICAL PROVIDERS

Drucilla, Tracy, Beth

OFFICE STAFF


Medical Providers

Dr. Chen
Dr. Lido Chen, MD
Physician

Dr. Lido Chen, M.D. is a board certified specialist in Anesthesiology and Pain Management. As an expert in the field of pain management, Dr. Chen has been a guest speaker at professional conferences, and has also served as an associate professor at UCI. Dr. Chen has been in private practice since 1991.
Christine
Christine Fritz, PA-C
Physician Assistant

After working as a microbiologist at a pharmaceutical company, Christine decided to change careers. "I prefer working and helping others, working in a lab just isn't right for me." Christine graduated as Physician Assistant from Western University of Health Science, Pomona. With a background in psychiatry and orthopedics, the majority of her work experience has been in the field of Pain Management since early 2001. "Having a family member with chronic pain has helped me better understand the many facets of suffering. I greatly enjoy the reward of helping improve people's quality of life."
Donna
Donna Muresan, PA-C
Physician Assistant

Donna graduated from Loma Linda University and has previous experience working in the pharmacy and the ER. She joined the office in 2007. She is a dedicated and caring professional who possesses good patient care skills. She has a baby girl named Olivia and is involved in the youth ministry at the church she attends.
Nancy
Nancy Vanni, RN
Registered Nurse

Nancy grew up and graduated from nursing school in Ohio. After moving to California in 1972, she worked at South Coast Medical Center until starting in Pain management in 1987. Nancy has worked with Dr. Chen since 1991. She has two daughters and 2 grandsons. She is kind, gentle and caring. "I love the diversity of pain management"

Office Staff

Beth
BETH
Office Manager and Administrator of Surgery Center

Beth has been working with Dr. Chen since 1998. She is a lively and energetic individual. Her love for people is reflected from her relationships with her family and friends to her colleagues as well to all the patients. Beth demonstrates the leadership quality that our pain management office strives to maintain. In addition, she is caring, compassionate and supportive. She has a great husband, two grown daughters and a beautiful granddaughter Abby.
Tracy
Tracy
Front and Back Desk Receptionist

After finishing Medical Assistant Diploma program, Tracy joined the office in 2003. She is quiet but vivacious. She is patient but committed to serve. Tracy enjoys being with her son and daughter when not working. She hopes to excel in the medical field.
Drucilla
DRUCILLA
Front and Back Desk Receptionist

Drucilla is Tracy's sister. She joined the office in 2007 with the recommendation of Tracy. She is kind, helpful and supportive. Drucilla enjoys working and helping people. She loves the atmosphere of family oriented office. Her husband and son are the delight of her life when not working.