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Realief Medical
NON INVASIVE PAIN MANAGEMENT
Meet our Providers
Dr. Alfred V. Anderson, M.D.,D.C.
Managing Physician and Medical Director
Dr. Alfred V. Anderson, M.D., D.C., is the owner and Medical Director of Realief Medical. Dr. Anderson previously owned and successfully operated Medical Pain Management, P.A. for 34 years. Dr. Anderson is a past president of the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice and was a member for over 8 years. He is a fellow of the Federation of State Medical Boards. He is past president and currently serves on the Board of Directors for the American Academy of Pain Management. Dr. Anderson has provided expert witness testimony to the MN State Senate for the MN Board of Medical Practice regarding medical law. He is an author of multiple peer reviewed articles and section editor of the seventh edition of Weiner's Pain Management. Dr. Anderson was inducted into the Minnesota Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004 for his performance in entertainment arts and contribution as a member of the Tornados. He is a pilot, motorcycle enthusiast, and devoted husband.
Tammie Porras RN, APRN-BC
Registered Nurse, Board Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner
Tammie Porras is the lead nurse practioner for Realief Therapy. Tammie began her career as a registered nurse at Fairview-University Medical Center in Minneapolis. She received her Master of Arts in Nursing in 2006. Since that time, Tammie has specialized in serving the needs of complex chronic pain patients. She has spent the last 9 years dedicating herself to putting patients first and understanding their individual situations. She takes great pleasure in helping patients make functional improvements that positively impact their quaility of lives. Is is also a a certified Realief Therapy Provider. She delivers Realief’s ground breaking techology to patients who suffer from peripheral neuropathy. Her mission is to make this treatment available for as many Peripheral Neuropathy patients as possible. Tammie enjoys boating, and spending time outdoors and with her family.
Dr. Timothy Kelm, D.C.
Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine
Dr. Timothy Kelm conducted the initial applied research that lead to the development of the Realief™ Therapy. Through over six years of development, he identified the variables involved with the application of a Class IV therapeutic laser to treat the particularly complex biology of peripheral neuropathy nerve damage. Dr. Kelm was crucial in designing the therapy to consistently relieve the pain, numbness, tingling, burning, and balance issues of this chronic condition. He is also actively involved in managing ongoing applied research in the treatment of peripheral neuropathy and other chronic pain conditions. Dr. Kelm is responsible for training of all Realief franchise providers nationally. He is an experienced lecturer on the treatment of peripheral neuropathy with the Realief system to the public as well as clinician and research groups. He recently presented at the 2015 University of Minnesota Gynecological Oncology research symposium and routinely presents to the public on peripheral neuropathy. In his spare time, Dr. Kelm enjoys reading, developing new skills, tinkering in home repair and spending time with his family.
Here are some just some of the comments we hear from our amazing patients everyday.
"I feel if you have issues that are severe like mine are from a car accident, there is no one better to go to. There is so much care and understanding"
"I can dance with my wife now after Realief Therapy; something i haven't done is years. Thank you Dr. Kelm!"
"I never thought I could run again, but since Realief Therapy, I've been running for 2 years!"
"I would tell my friends and family that there was tremendous thoroughness in diagnosing my injuries. If they are looking for a Dr. that is concerned about your well being and will get results, I wouldn't go anywhere else."
"I've been able to walk on my own since
Realief Therapy!"
"I would highly recommend Dr. Anderson and his team. There is no one better around. You feel so welcome and special each time you see them."
"I've been with Dr. Anderson and his team for many years. The care and undersatnding from them is unreal. I know I wouldn't be able to work or have any real quality of life without you all"
"Dr. Anderson and his team have made a big difference in my well being from meds to routine visits. The practice has made my life more enjoyable and less painful."
One Team - One Purpose
We are a team of likeminded medical providers and professionals who's purpose is to serve patients in acute and chronic pain. We’ve successfully treated patients in pain for more than 40 years. Under Dr. Anderson’s care, thousands of people have gotten control of their pain and live happy and productive lives. Our clinic welcomes patients and treats them with respect and dignity with no assumptions made. Our sincere goal is to help patients return to things in life that matter most to them.
