Meet the Experts Dedicated to Your Recovery

Kenneth Thunder, MD

Lead Physician & Reno Pioneer
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With over 30 years of medical experience, Dr. Thunder is a recognized leader in the intersection of interventional pain and restorative mental health. In 2014, he founded the first clinic in Northern Nevada to offer IV Ketamine infusions, pioneering a path for patients who had not found relief through traditional medicine.

His approach is rooted in the belief that every patient deserves a personalized, thoughtful protocol rather than a one-size-fits-all treatment. By combining cutting-edge technology like TMS and SPRAVATO® with compassionate, whole-person care, Dr. Thunder helps patients reclaim the quality of life they thought was lost.

Patient Care & Treatment Philosophy

FAQs with Dr. Thunder

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Amanda Melone, MD

Board-Certified Psychiatrist
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Care at Thunder Pain & Wellness is supported by psychiatric consultation with Dr. Melone. As a board-certified psychiatrist, she provides essential clinical collaboration for our TMS and Spravato programs, ensuring that every mental health protocol is medically sound and tailored to the unique needs of the individual.

Our Compassionate Support Staff

Joanna Martinez

Receptionist

Erica Mora

Medical Assistant

Michelle Nguyen

Medical Assistant

Tammy Soong

Clinic Operations Director

Gina Strasser

Office Manager

At Thunder Pain & Wellness, you are never just a name on a chart. Our small, dedicated team is here to make your care experience as smooth and supportive as possible — from your first phone call through every visit.

We understand that navigating chronic pain and treatment-resistant depression can be overwhelming. Our staff is trained to support patients with clarity, discretion, and respect, helping you feel informed and at ease throughout your care.

Clinical Care Team

Our nurse practitioner, psychiatric nurse practitioner, manual physical therapists, and medical assistants play an essential role in treatment delivery and continuity of care. They work closely with our physicians to ensure a calm, attentive, and clinically sound experience during every visit.

Concierge Insurance Support

Our front-office specialists are experienced in navigating Medicare and commercial insurance requirements, including prior authorizations. We handle administrative details whenever possible to reduce delays and minimize stress.

A Personal, Private Care Experience

We intentionally maintain a small, focused practice. This allows our team to know patients by name and provide attentive, unhurried care in a private setting—an approach that larger, high-volume clinics often cannot offer.

Read Patient Success Stories

Kenneth Thunder, MD

Kenneth Thunder, MD

Lead Physician & Reno Pioneer at Thunder Pain & Wellness in Reno, Nevada​​​​​​​

Amanda Melone, MD

Amanda Melone, MD

Board-Certified Psychiatrist at Thunder Pain & Wellness in Reno, Nevada​​​​​​​

Pearla McDonald, APRN

Pearla McDonald, APRN

Nurse Practitioner at Thunder Pain & Wellness in Reno, Nevada​​​​​​​

Christine Pebbles, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC

at Thunder Pain & Wellness in Reno, Nevada​​​​​​​

Cathy Bodner, PT

at Thunder Pain & Wellness in Reno, Nevada​​​​​​​

Physical therapist providing patient care at Thunder Pain & Wellness in Reno

Trina Spaulding, MS, LAT

Manual Therapist providing patient care at Thunder Pain & Wellness in Reno​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Joanna Martinez

Receptionist supporting patient care at Thunder Pain & Wellness in Reno​​​​​​​

Erica Mora

Erica Mora

Medical Assistant coordinating SPRAVATO care at Thunder Pain & Wellness in Reno​​​​​​​

Michelle Nguyen

Michelle Nguyen

Medical Assistant supporting patient treatment at Thunder Pain & Wellness in Reno​​​​​​​

Tammy Soong

Tammy Soong

Clinic Operations Director at Thunder Pain & Wellness in Reno, Nevada​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Gina Strasser

Gina Strasser

Office Manager coordinating patient services at Thunder Pain & Wellness in Reno, Nevada​​​​​​​