Dr. Gladstone C. McDowell II, MD

Expert Publications

• Three-dimensional photoelastic stress analysis of the ferrule effect in cast post and cores.
• Pelvic lymphadenectomy for staging clinically localized prostate cancer. Indications, complications, and results in 217 cases.
• Administering ziconotide and monitoring patients treated with ziconotide: expert opinions.
• Effectiveness and Safety of Intrathecal Ziconotide: Interim Analysis of the Patient Registry of Intrathecal Ziconotide Management (PRIZM).
• In vivo wear. Part II: Wear and abrasion of composite restorative materials.
• In vivo wear. Part I: The Michigan computer-graphic measuring system.
• Diuretic radionuclide assessment of obstruction in the infant: guidelines for successful interpretation.
• Rectal perforation as a complication of urethral instrumentation: 2 case reports.
• Photoelastic stress analysis of mandibular removable partial dentures with mesial and distal occlusal rests.
• Force transmission by indirect retainers during unilateral loading.
• Force transmission by indirect retainers during unilateral loading.
• Penile necrosis secondary to an indwelling Foley catheter.
• Removable partial denture design and potential stress to the periodontium.
• Syringe application of alginate impression material.
• Irreversible hydrocolloid used as an investment.

Media Releases

Providing Comprehensive Pain Management Solutions in Columbus, Ohio

Integrated Pain Solutions is proud to introduce Dr. Gladstone C. McDowell II as the CEO and Medical Director of the premier pain management center in Columbus, Ohio. With his extensive experience and commitment to holistic pain relief, he is set to lead the center into a new era of patient-centered care.

As a board certified pain management specialist, Dr. McDowell II brings a wealth of expertise in pain evaluation, diagnosis, and personalized treatment plans. His approach to pain management is rooted in a holistic philosophy that addresses each individual's unique needs to achieve maximum pain relief. Integrated Pain Solutions is dedicated to utilizing a multidisciplinary approach to pain management, ensuring that patients receive comprehensive care tailored to their specific conditions.

In his current capacity, Dr. McDowell II is on the Board of the Texas Medical Institute of Technology, Community Emergency Health Initiative, and the Ohio Clinical Advisory Board of the National Multiple Sclerosis Association. He taught at the FBI Health Care Fraud Managers Meeting and served on the 2007 and 2011 International Polyanalgesic Consensus Panel.

Dr. McDowell II’s acclaimed career in medicine began in 1982 when he earned his Medical Degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He completed his residency in anesthesiology at the University of Colorado in Denver, followed by a fellowship in urologic oncology at the University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. He also performed a fellowship in pain management within the Department of Anesthesiology at Ohio State Pain Control Center.

Dr. McDowell II’s illustrious career includes serving as the former Medical Director of Grant Pain Management Center and the former Director of Pain Services for Grant Medical Center, Ohio Health. His professional achievements extend to various faculty appointments and consulting roles, where he has contributed significantly to the advancement of pain management practices.

Renowned for his clinical expertise, Dr. McDowell II’s dedication is evident through his research contributions in peer-reviewed medical journals, and book chapters on urology and anesthesiology. His certification as a Patient Safety Officer by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, and active involvement in leading medical organizations such as the American Academy of Pain Management and the North American Neuromodulation Society, further demonstrate his commitment to excellence and patient well-being. 

Beyond his medical practice, Dr. McDowell II’s philanthropic endeavors include volunteering for free surgeries, training fellow physicians, and donating essential equipment to underserved communities, such as the Kingston Public Hospital in Kingston, Jamaica in 2007 and 2010.

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