Dr. Jacob Handszer, MD

Pain Management Specialist

At a glance

4.58 stars (38 reviews)

92% are satisfied with this provider ·

Has 20+ years of experience

Graduated from New York Medical College, Doctor of Medicine

Works at Optum Medical Care, NY

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Affiliated with Putnam Hospital Center

4.58

38 reviews

Recent reviews

Dr. Handszer is intelligent and informative and answered all my questions. I felt assured that I had chosen the best doctor for my needs. I am feeling really good since my treatment!

Less than 6 months agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

He has taken the time to explain his treatment plan, answers all questions and has helped tremendously with my pain issues.

Less than 6 months agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Lower back pain

Disorders of the thoracic spine

Injection for back pain

Neck pain and spine problems

Lower back pain

Disorders of the thoracic spine

Injection for back pain

Neck pain and spine problems

More about Dr. Jacob Handszer, MD

Dr. Jacob Handszer is a board-certified specialist in interventional procedures. He is skilled in performing cervical and lumbar epidural injections, as well as cervical and lumbar facet blocks and radiofrequency ablations. His area of expertise is in treating spinal pain, particularly disorders of the cervical and lumbar spine. He also offers sacroiliac injections for sacroiliac dysfunction, all of which are performed using fluoroscopy for precise guidance. For optimal patient comfort, these procedures can also be done under anesthesia. Dr. Handszer earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed his internship and residency at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston. He has consistently received the "Top Doctors" award from Hudson Valley Magazine for multiple years. Dr. Handszer is board certified in anesthesiology and pain management and practices at the Carmel/Brewster Campus.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - New York Medical College, Doctor of Medicine

Saint Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, Fellowship in Pain Management

University of Texas, Houston, Residency in Anesthesiology

University of Texas, Houston, Fellowship in Pediatric Anesthesia

University of Texas, Houston, Internship in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Practice

Optum Medical Care, NY

Affiliation

Putnam Hospital Center

Certifications

American Board of Anesthesiology

Pain Medicine (American Board of Anesthesiology)

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Hudson Valley Magazine Top Doctor

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1861492076

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