Lawrence H Schainker, MD
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Lawrence H Schainker, MD

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Highlights

  • Board Certified
  • Has Online Scheduling

Biography

Dr. Lawrence H Schainker was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. He received his BA from Washington University and his medical degree from St. Louis University of Medicine. Dr. Schainker completed… Read more ›

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  • Tue:8:00am - 3:30pm
  • Wed:8:00am - 3:30pm
  • Thu:8:00am - 3:30pm
  • Fri:8:00am - 3:30pm

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February 2015. One bad step and it felt like a knife in my knee. Hobbled around with cane for weeks. Orthopedist said torn meniscus and osteoarthritis. No surgery. Dr Schainker suggested trying stem cells and PRP. It took weeks and also some physical therapy, but the result was that in September 2015 I walked 200 mil…

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Provider Training

UniversityDegreeFocusGraduated
Central Washington UniversityBachelors DegreeBachelor of Science1962
St. Louis University School of MedicineMedical DegreeM.D.1966

InstitutionFocusYear
Residency - Boston VA Medical Center – Jamaica Plain CampusInternal Medicine1969
Fellowship - Peter Bent & Robert Breck Brigham HospitalsRheumatology1972
Internship - Buffalo General HospitalGeneral Medicine, Pathology, Immunopathology1967

CertificationCert. BodyYear
Internal medicine
Sub-Specialty: Rheumatology
Internal MedicineNot Specified

Experience & Accolades

RoleOrganizationTime
Professional MemberAmerican Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine
2005 - 2019
Professional MemberDistrict of Columbia Rheumatism Society
1970 - 2019
FellowAmerican College of Rheumatology
Present
Professional MemberAmerican Association of Orthopaedic Medicine
2008 - 2019

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Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
Medical Specialties
  • Other Healthcare Provider

Years In Practice: 59 (started in 1966)

Accepts New Patients: Yes

Medical Philosophy: Integrative Medicine

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Reviews

Average Rating: 5
Number of Reviews: 17
Most Recent Review: 03/28/2020
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Average Wait Time 6 to 10 minutes

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I feel the stem cells & PRP are responsible for keeping my knees

February 2015. One bad step and it felt like a knife in my knee. Hobbled around with cane for weeks. Orthopedist said torn meniscus and osteoarthritis. No surgery. Dr Schainker suggested trying stem cells and PRP. It took weeks and also some physical therapy, but the result was that in September 2015 I walked 200 miles of the Camino in Spain....10 miles a day for 3 weeks! And I’m still walking today . Repeat PRP last year and pain free. I’m convinced it would not have happened without that treatment.

Patricia K. 03/28/2020
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amazing skill -- nothing replaces his years of experience

I am a retired radiologist. I know how difficult it is to do ultrasound guided procedures into very small joint spaces. Dr. Schainker is highly skilled and extremely accurate. He has saved me from the progression of arthritis in my knees and shoulders. In my very well qualified opinion, he is a marvelous physician and I am fortunate to have him as my doctor.

Juliette E. 03/10/2020
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Very thorough and attentive

He carefully listened to me and was not rushed in asking me detailed questions. His consultation was very thorough and he was knowledgeable and up to date on his information.

Paul L. 03/04/2020
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He's kept me moving.

He's excellent. I'm so lucky to have found him.

Dennis K. 03/03/2020
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Excellent experience.

Dr. Shainker and Alex were patient, knowlegable, kind, and professional!!

Swanee M. 02/28/2020
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Very pleased over the years!

Although Dr. Schainker is normally running late, it is only because he is willing to spend time with you. He is thorough and answers all my questions. I never feel rushed, very unusual in medical care today. I would highly recommend him!

Diane G. 03/12/2020
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very flexible and attentive to concerns

Dr. Schainker is very attentive and thorough when you explain your concerns. He explained an array of options and helped guide me through a decision to do PRP with stem cells and then, a couple years later, to follow up with another PRP session. I have found both to be very helpful at reducing pain/symptoms for an arthritic knee.

J. F. 03/05/2020
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have been seeing Dr Schainker for 30 years and I have complete trust in him. . He takes his time and is very thorough. I have never had occasion to question his judgement or to feel that he wasn't giving me his ffull attention.

Never had any complaint with his care in thirty years.

Pamela K. 03/03/2020
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Fantastic experience

Schainker is great. He took the time necessary to explain the possible options and was always available for questions.

Anonymous 03/03/2020
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lessened pain of severe arthritis in hands

innovative technology helps relieve pain but is very very painful when administered. you have to have a high pain threshold to take it, but it's worth it. just steel yourself and you will feel the benefits almost immediately.

Anonymous 02/27/2020
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Procedures & Treatments Offered

  • Achilles Tendon Pain & Ruptures
  • Arthritis Knee Pain
  • Autoimmune Diseases
  • Diagnostic and Interventional Ultrasound
  • Hand Pain
  • Hip Pain
  • Lateral Epicondylitis
  • Non Surgical Carpal Tunnel Treatment
  • Platelet Rich Plasma (prp)
  • Regenerative Medicine
  • Rheumatology
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Stem Cell Precursors for Joints

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