Francisco Ward

Francisco Ward is a highly experienced medical professional currently serving as the Medical Director at National Spine & Pain Centers since December 2019 and as Chief of the Division of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at St. Agnes Hospital since 1999. With a diverse background in medical advisory roles, Francisco has been a Medical Advisor for Sedgwick Claims Management Services since 2008, focusing on complex workers' compensation claims. Additionally, Francisco has been influential in the Maryland State Medical Society as a Board of Trustees member and Chair of the Medical Cannabis Task Force from 2016 to November 2021. As a founding partner of Seton Pain & Rehabilitation Center, Francisco dedicated services to patient advocacy and clinical standards from 1999 to 2020. Francisco has held leadership positions in various medical organizations, including President of the Baltimore County Medical Association from 2018 to 2019. Francisco's educational background includes a DO from Midwestern University and residency training in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at The Johns Hopkins University.