Samuel D. Schenker, MD

An Expert in Investigative Pain Management

Dr. Samuel Schenker brings over thirty years of experience in neurology and pain management to his practice. His innovative approach focuses on providing comprehensive and minimally invasive treatments to relieve chronic back and neck pain. Dr. Schenker’s unique blend of expertise allows him to delve deeper into diagnosing and treating pain, ensuring his patients receive the highest level of care.

Comprehensive Diagnostic Approach

Dr. Schenker’s practice stands out due to his meticulous and comprehensive diagnostic approach. He thoroughly examines existing medical records and uses advanced diagnostics to fill in any gaps. This ensures a precise and accurate diagnosis, allowing for targeted and effective pain management strategies. His expertise is particularly valuable for patients with conditions often missed by traditional pain doctors, such as Lyme disease or lupus.

Minimally Invasive Treatments

Dr. Schenker specializes in minimally invasive procedures to manage and alleviate pain. These treatments aim to reduce recovery times and minimize discomfort, helping patients return to their daily lives as quickly as possible. His procedures include:

• Endoscopic Rhizotomy: A minimally invasive procedure used to treat chronic back pain by severing the nerve roots that transmit pain signals from the spine.
• Spinal Cord Stimulation: Implanting a device to deliver electrical impulses to the spinal cord, interrupting pain signals and providing relief for chronic pain.
• Epidural Steroid Injections: Delivering corticosteroids directly to the affected area to reduce inflammation and alleviate pain in the spine.
• Facet Joint Injections: Targeting specific joints in the spine to diagnose and treat pain caused by arthritis or injury.
• Radiofrequency Ablation: Using heat to disable nerves responsible for transmitting pain signals, particularly effective for chronic back pain.
• Nerve Blocks: Injecting anesthetic medication to block nerve signals and relieve pain, often used for acute pain episodes.
• Percutaneous Discectomy: Removing or reducing herniated disc material through a small incision to alleviate pressure on nerves.
• Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty: Injecting bone cement to stabilize fractured vertebrae and relieve pain caused by spinal compression fractures.
• Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS): Similar to SCS, but targeting peripheral nerves to treat localized pain.

Community Commitment

Dedicated to his community, Dr. Schenker collaborates with Resolve Pain to provide top-tier pain management services. He also actively seeks to develop new medical devices aimed at improving patient outcomes, such as his patent-pending cardiac regenerative device.

Dr. Samuel Schenker’s extensive training in neurology, pain management, and functional medicine, combined with his innovative treatment methods, make him a leading specialist in managing back and neck pain. His dedication to thorough diagnostics and minimally invasive treatments ensures that each patient receives the best possible care for their pain management needs.

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Santiago Faculty of Medicine
Internship: Internal Medicine, Jersey Shore University Medical Center, 1979-1980
Residency: Neurology, Nassau University Medical Center, 1980-1983

Certifications & Licensure

• FL State Medical License: Active through 2025
• NY State Medical License: Active through 2025
• NJ State Medical License: Active through 2025

Language’s Spoken

• English
• Spanish
• Portuguese
• Polish
• German

“If you’re looking for true in-depth investigative pain management in an innovative, forward-thinking atmosphere, then book an appointment below with Dr. Samuel Schenker.”

Contact Information:

• West Orange, NJ
• Brick, NJ
• Appointments: (236) 570-1245