Champion Health System Named North Carolina’s Best for Musculoskeletal and Joint Pain Care in 2025
Champion Health System (CHS) has been named the Best Musculoskeletal and Joint Pain Care provider in North Carolina for 2025 by Best of Best Review. This honor recognizes CHS’s dedication to delivering advanced, patient-centered care that helps people manage and overcome chronic joint and musculoskeletal pain. Through innovative diagnostic tools and minimally invasive treatments, the health system continues to improve the lives of patients across North Carolina.
A Commitment to Patient-Centered Healing
At Champion Health System, patients come first. Every treatment plan is designed to reduce pain, restore mobility, and enhance quality of life. Founded by Dr. Radhakrishnan Ramaraj, a board-certified interventional cardiologist, CHS has reimagined healthcare by bringing specialized procedures into a comfortable outpatient setting. This approach allows patients to receive the same level of care they’d find in a hospital—without the long stays or added stress.
“Our goal has always been to make advanced medical care more accessible and comfortable for our patients,” said Dr. Ramaraj. “By combining cutting-edge technology with compassionate, expert care, we’re helping people live healthier, more active lives.”
Innovation in Joint and Musculoskeletal Care
Champion Health System has earned its reputation as a leader in musculoskeletal treatment by emphasizing minimally invasive procedures that deliver meaningful, lasting results. One standout example is genicular artery embolization (GAE), an innovative option for patients suffering from chronic knee pain.
Performed in an outpatient environment, GAE and similar procedures allow patients to recover quickly without the need for surgery or hospitalization. Many have reported dramatic improvements in comfort, function, and mobility following treatment at CHS.
Expanding Access Across North Carolina
With convenient clinic locations in Dunn, Oxford, and Henderson, CHS ensures that world-class care is within reach for communities across the state. Each clinic is staffed by fellowship-trained specialists and equipped with the latest imaging and diagnostic technology, offering comprehensive care for a range of conditions.
Available services include:
- Minimally invasive treatments such as GAE for knee pain
- Advanced diagnostic imaging for accurate evaluation
- Outpatient wound care and vascular procedures
Proven Results and Patient Satisfaction
Thousands of patients have already experienced life-changing results through Champion Health System. The organization’s consistently high satisfaction ratings reflect its compassionate care, efficiency, and commitment to helping patients return to the activities they love.
“We don’t just focus on relieving pain,” said Dr. Ramaraj. “We’re committed to improving every patient’s overall quality of life through innovation, trust, and personalized attention.”
Raising the Standard of Care
The 2025 recognition from Best of Best Review confirms what CHS patients have long experienced—Champion Health System is leading the way in musculoskeletal and joint pain care. By pairing state-of-the-art medicine with genuine compassion, CHS continues to set a new standard for outpatient healthcare in North Carolina.
