Implanting a spinal cord stimulator is generally an ambulatory (outpatient) procedure. A pain management physician can implant the neuromodulation device through a minimally invasive surgery. Physicians who have undergone additional, specific training in neuromodulation techniques have reduced complications and adverse events associated with this procedure. For this reason, it is vital that patients carefully choose a board-certified pain specialist with expertise in neuromodulation before proceeding with treatment.