Dr. David G. Steiner M.D.
Pain Management Specialist | Pain Medicine
923 Broadway Cedarhurst NY, 11598About
Dr. David Steiner practices Pain Medicine in Woodmere, NY. Pain medicine is concerned with the prevention of pain, and the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients experiencing pain. Pain medicine physicians use a broad-based approach to treat all pain disorders, ranging from pain as a symptom of disease to pain as the primary disease. Dr. Steiner serves as a consultant to other physicians but is often the principal treating physician, providing care at various levels; such as treating the patient directly, prescribing medication, prescribing rehabilitative services, performing pain relieving procedures, counseling patients and families, directing a multidisciplinary team, coordinating care with other healthcare providers, and providing consultative services.
Education and Training
Rush Medical College M.D. 1993
Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center 1993
Provider Details
Dr. David G. Steiner M.D.'s Expert Contributions
How long does it take for nerve damage to heal in your hand?
There is no one answer - everyone heals in their own time, and it depends on your overall health and what kind of damage there is. It should be improving in a short time, but it depends what type of nerve damage. Most things should improve rapidly. READ MORE
How do you test for nerve damage?
We do a basic neurology examination, take a very good history, and often use EMG/NCV and/or SSEP testing, which can be very helpful to aide diagnosis. READ MORE
What is the best painkiller for back nerve pain?
There is no one answer to your question; it depends on the exact location of pain and the quality of pain and how long you've had the pain and where and how it began. We stay far away from narcotics these days for all but cancer. Often, a simple anti inflammatory muscle relaxant, and sometimes a topical prescription cream compound can be very helpful. At times, more chronic meds such as gabapentin can be helpful as well. READ MORE
Numbness in left hand?
Aside from seeing your primary care doctor, you should see a neurologist for a better history, physical, and likely nerve studies, but better determine the exact cause of your symptoms. READ MORE
Does this mean Parkinson's disease?
This does NOT sound like Parkinson's, but it seems concerning. Let your primary care doctor know - I'd be concerned for a heart problem based on what you are saying here. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Director of Neurology Peninsula Hospital Center 2002 - 2009
- Stroke Director Peninsula Hospital Center 2003 - 2009
- Medical Director, Traumatic Brain Injury Unit Peninsula Hospital Center 2003 - 2009
Treatments
- Headaches
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Disorders
- Stroke
- Pinched Nerve
- Epilepsy
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (osa)
- Vascular Disease
Areas of research
Dementia, Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis, Pain Management, Migraine and other Headaches, Sleep MedicineDr. David G. Steiner M.D.'s Practice location
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