Our mission is to eliminate financial barriers to headache surgery for patients who have exhausted conservative treatments. When a neurologist identifies you as a surgical candidate but insurance or finances stand in the way, we step in to cover the costs and give you a chance at lasting relief.
headacheMD for all is a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation dedicated to providing life-changing nerve decompression surgery and comprehensive headache treatment to patients who cannot afford the costs.
Our mission is to ensure that financial barriers never prevent someone from receiving the expert care they need to live free from chronic, debilitating headaches.
headacheMD for All provides financial assistance to cover the full cost of headache surgery for patients who:
Volunteer Surgical Services: Board-certified surgeons donate their professional time and expertise to provide surgical care at no cost to qualified patients. Participating surgeons receive no compensation—direct or indirect—for their services. The Foundation covers only third-party costs such as hospital facilities, anesthesia services, and medical supplies.
Foundation Covers Third-Party Costs: We pay for hospital facilities, anesthesia, medical supplies, and other necessary expenses—but never surgeon fees.
Result: Patients receive quality surgical care without financial burden.
Research conducted at leading academic institutions has identified nerve compression as a potential contributor to certain chronic headache conditions. For some patients who don't respond to conventional medical management, surgical decompression may provide relief.
For patients who don't respond to targeted medical treatments, nerve decompression surgery can be highly effective—and for many, life-changing.
Comprehensive support for patients who cannot afford specialized headache care
Full or partial funding for nerve decompression surgery for qualified patients who lack insurance coverage or adequate financial resources.
Resources through headache.zone to help patients understand their condition and treatment options.
For patients with refractory headaches—those who haven't responded to conventional treatments—nerve decompression surgery can provide substantial or complete relief. However, this specialized surgery is often not covered by insurance or is financially out of reach.
headacheMD for all bridges this gap, transforming lives by making this proven treatment accessible to those who need it most.
Your donation helps provide life-changing surgery to patients in need
🔒 Secure Donations Only – We accept ACH and wire transfers for security and transparency. No cash donations accepted.
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Required Documentation: Medical records, physician's statement of medical necessity, insurance information, tax returns or W-2 forms, pay stubs (last 3 months).
Questions? Email: info@headacheMD.org | Phone: (713) 426-3337
You must first be evaluated and approved as a surgical candidate by a board-certified neurologist or headache specialist. We do not provide medical evaluations—we fund surgeries that have already been recommended by your physician.
Don't have a neurologist? We can provide referrals to specialists who can evaluate you for surgical candidacy.
Once your neurologist determines you're a surgical candidate, you can apply for financial assistance:
Our medical advisory board reviews applications within 2-4 weeks based on:
If approved, we:
You work with your headacheMD network surgeon and surgical team. We handle all financial aspects so you can focus on recovery.
The headacheMD for all Foundation operates on a distinctive charitable model that maximizes patient access while ensuring ethical, compliant operations.
Patient Independence Policy: Patients who receive assistance through the Foundation are under no obligation to continue care with Foundation volunteer providers. Patients may seek follow-up care from any qualified physician of their choice. Volunteer surgeons agree to provide charitable services without expectation of referrals, business development, or other indirect benefits.
This means:
Foundation assistance covers only legitimate third-party costs that patients cannot afford:
Hospital Facilities & Operating Rooms
Anesthesia Services (Independent Providers)
Medical Devices & Surgical Supplies
We pay providers directly—never through surgeons:
Our structure ensures that:
Any patient who meets our eligibility criteria may apply for assistance:
Medical Review Committee: Independent physicians (including non-Network doctors) evaluate medical necessity without conflicts of interest.
Financial Assistance Committee: Independent experts assess financial need using objective criteria and documentation.
Committee members with any conflict of interest must recuse themselves from specific cases.
The headacheMD for all Foundation is committed to the highest standards of nonprofit governance, transparency, and accountability. We operate as a 501(c)(3) public charity under IRS regulations.
Our Board provides strategic oversight and ensures the Foundation fulfills its charitable mission with integrity.
President
Secretary
Treasurer
We maintain rigorous standards to prevent conflicts of interest:
Zero Tolerance Policy:
Medical Review Committee:
Financial Assistance Committee:
Audit & Finance Committee:
Key governance documents available for review:
As a 501(c)(3) public charity, we are committed to complete financial transparency. We believe donors, patients, and the public have a right to understand how resources are used to fulfill our charitable mission.
IRS 501(c)(3) Public Charity
EIN: 41-3049923
Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. (as of December 12th 2025, the State application has been received, EIN updated on website and the Federal approval of Tax exemption has been applied for with IRS - Donations can be received at the foundation's Chase bank account, but will not be subject to tax exemption until approval is received from the IRS)
We make our financial information publicly available for review:
| Document | Year | Download |
|---|---|---|
| IRS Form 990 (Pending) | 2025 | Download PDF |
| Annual Report (Pending) | 2025 | Download PDF |
Patient Assistance Programs
Administrative Expenses
Fundraising & Development
For sustainability, the foundation is committed to only using the interest earned via investiing foundation donations; this will determine how many procedures can be completed in a given year.
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2410 Ella Blvd, Suite C, Houston TX 77008
