Dr. John Coccaro, MD, Toms River, NJ | Pain Management Specialist

About Dr. John Coccaro

Dr. John Coccaro is a board-certified anesthesiologist and interventional pain management physician dedicated to helping patients manage and overcome acute and chronic pain. Originally from Brooklyn, Dr. Coccaro was inspired to pursue medicine by the hard-working people in his community whose physical struggles ignited his passion to care for others. He earned his medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine and completed surgical training at Monmouth Medical Center, where he developed strong technical skills and gained valuable experience in trauma and neurosurgical care. Dr. Coccaro went on to train in anesthesia and pain medicine at St. Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, NJ, where he performed thousands of interventional procedures using fluoroscopy and ultrasound. He developed a special interest in pediatric regional anesthesia and adult pain management, honing his precision-based approach. His treatment philosophy is simple and focused: identify and treat one pain generator at a time using minimally invasive techniques. He avoids unnecessary repeat procedures and emphasizes careful diagnosis through thorough patient history, physical examination, and imaging review. He favors non-narcotic treatment plans whenever possible, collaborating closely with primary care physicians to ensure safe, coordinated care. Dr. Coccaro’s ultimate goal is to relieve pain while minimizing the need for surgery, long-term medications, and hospital stays—helping patients return to their daily lives with comfort and confidence.

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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.

Neck pain and spine problems

Spinal stenosis post laminectomy

Lower back pain

Injection for back pain

Disorders of the thoracic spine

Neck pain and spine problems

Spinal stenosis post laminectomy

Lower back pain

Injection for back pain

Office location

Precision Pain Management

300 West Water Street, Suite A,, Toms River, NJ 08753

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Education and background

Practice names

Precision Pain Management

Board certifications

American Board of Anesthesiology

Education and training

Medical School - St. George's University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
St Barnabas Medical Center, Residency in Anesthesiology
Monmouth Medical Center, Internship in General Surgery

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1235280314

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Dr. John Coccaro work with?

Dr. John Coccaro works with Precision Pain Management.

Where is Dr. John Coccaro's office located?

Dr. John Coccaro's office is located at 300 West Water Street, Suite A,, Toms River, NJ 08753.

Which board certifications does Dr. John Coccaro have?

Dr. John Coccaro is certified by American Board of Anesthesiology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. John Coccaro?

Dr. John Coccaro frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Back Pain, Hand Problems, Pain Management Consultation, and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. John Coccaro on their profile.