He is currently triple board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation, neuromusculoskeletal medicine, and pain medicine. Dr. Surve also received Medical Acupuncture certification through the Helms Medical Institute via the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. Throughout his career, Dr. Surve has distinguished himself as an educator and leader. He has given lectures at the local, regional, and national levels on various topics including osteopathic manipulation, medical acupuncture, complementary and alternative therapies, performing arts medicine, and responsible opiate prescribing.