Dr. Scott A. Burlison, M.D., is board-certified in both Anesthesiology and Pain Management by the American Board of Anesthesiology. He specializes in Interventional Pain Management. Dr. Burlison completed his specialized Pain Management Fellowship at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, where he also completed his Anesthesiology residency, serving as Chief Resident. He earned his M.D. from the Louisiana Health Science Center in Shreveport.
Dr. Scott A. Burlison, M.D., is board-certified in both Anesthesiology and Pain Management by the American Board of Anesthesiology. He specializes in Interventional Pain Management. Dr. Burlison completed his specialized Pain Management Fellowship at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, where he also completed his Anesthesiology residency, serving as Chief Resident. He earned his M.D. from the Louisiana Health Science Center in Shreveport.
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Recommended the best for me! Very polite man!
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
It was a pleasure meeting Dr. Burlison this morning. I had lots of questions & he was very thorough & compassionate.Happy he will be doing my procedure .
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Burlison provided an exceptional experience from start to finish. He has one of the best bedside manners I have encountered—he was extremely attentive, compassionate, and genuinely took the time to listen and understand my concerns.
What stood out most was his hands-on approach and experience. He was thorough, knowledgeable, and made me feel like I was truly being cared for rather than rushed through an appointment. He explained things clearly, answered my questions, and made sure I understood my treatment options.
I greatly appreciate the professionalism, personal attention, and quality of care Dr. Burlison provided. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a doctor who truly takes the time to care for his patients.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Very easy to talk to and made me feel comfortable.
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Very professional !
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Burleson has helped me for years manage my chronic back pain. He is extremely kind and listens to all your concerns. You couldn’t ask for a better doctor..
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Very nice, friendly doctor. He is very attentive and answered all my questions thoroughly. Very pleasant experience.
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Very nice Dr.. We had a minor miscommunication I was @ the wrong location, & Dr. burleson & his team fit me into another time time slot to accommodate me, so I was really grateful for not rescheduling me @ a later date… Doc & his team Rocky.. humbly grateful
(3 months ago)
Jun-2026
I was very impressed with him. He took the time to fully explain what he believed was wrong with my back and what the specific treatment would be.
(4 months ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Burleson is always so considerate. He listens to what you have to say and takes great care of his patience. I’m glad I’m one of them.
Dr. Scott A. Burlison, M.D., comes to us from The University of Texas Medical Branch, where he completed his Interventional Pain Management Fellowship. Before his fellowship, he practiced as a board-certified anesthesiologist in Tyler. Dr. Burlison earned his undergraduate degree from Centenary College of Louisiana and completed his medical degree from the Louisiana Health Science Center in Shreveport. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. In 2019, 2020 & 2021, Texas Monthly honored Dr. Burlison with the Rising Stars Honor. From 2022 – 2025, he was recognized as a Super Doctor. In 2025, he was also voted by Tyler Morning Telegraph readers as the Best in Town Overall Winner for Pain Management.
“Chronic and acute pain have no boundaries,” Burlison explains. “I work diligently with my patients to establish individualized treatment plans that include the most advanced approaches in interventional pain management, to maximize function and overall quality of life.”
He lives with his wife and three children in Tyler, Texas. When he’s not traveling or fly fishing, you can find Dr. Burlison volunteering with the Marvin United Methodist Church and the East Texas Food Bank.
Recommended the best for me! Very polite man!
It was a pleasure meeting Dr. Burlison this morning. I had lots of questions & he was very thorough & compassionate.Happy he will be doing my procedure .
Dr. Burlison provided an exceptional experience from start to finish. He has one of the best bedside manners I have encountered—he was extremely attentive, compassionate, and genuinely took the time to listen and understand my concerns. What stood out most was his hands-on approach and experience. He was thorough, knowledgeable, and made me feel like I was truly being cared for rather than rushed through an appointment. He explained things clearly, answered my questions, and made sure I understood my treatment options. I greatly appreciate the professionalism, personal attention, and quality of care Dr. Burlison provided. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a doctor who truly takes the time to care for his patients.
Very easy to talk to and made me feel comfortable.
Very professional !
Dr. Burleson has helped me for years manage my chronic back pain. He is extremely kind and listens to all your concerns. You couldn’t ask for a better doctor..
Very nice, friendly doctor. He is very attentive and answered all my questions thoroughly. Very pleasant experience.
Very nice Dr.. We had a minor miscommunication I was @ the wrong location, & Dr. burleson & his team fit me into another time time slot to accommodate me, so I was really grateful for not rescheduling me @ a later date… Doc & his team Rocky.. humbly grateful
I was very impressed with him. He took the time to fully explain what he believed was wrong with my back and what the specific treatment would be.
Dr. Burleson is always so considerate. He listens to what you have to say and takes great care of his patience. I’m glad I’m one of them.