Carolinas Pain Institute

May 26, 2026

From pro racing to live music, Gears & Guitars returns with a celebration of the man who made it happen.

Dr. Richard L. Rauck was an early member of the World Institute of Pain, obtaining FIPP certification in its inaugural class in 2001, and served as WIP president from 2013 to 2015. In 2004, he founded the Carolinas Pain Institute, where he continued to mentor fellows and advance the practice of interventional pain management.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Dr. Rauck was a civic leader and founder of the Winston-Salem Cycling Classic and the Gears & Guitars concert series, initiatives that combined international-level competition with community engagement.

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