Farrukh Ansari, MD
Dr. Ansari is a highly trained Interventional Pain Management specialist dedicated to helping patients overcome spine-related pain through evidence-based, non-surgical solutions.
He earned his medical degree from Stony Brook University School of Medicine and completed his Internal Medicine internship at NYU Winthrop Hospital in Mineola, New York. Dr. Ansari went on to complete his residency in Anesthesiology at New York University School of Medicine, followed by fellowship training in Interventional Pain Management at Mount Sinai Beth Israel.
Spine-Focused Pain Care
As a member of the spine service, Dr. Ansari specializes in diagnosing and treating painful spinal conditions, including:
Spinal stenosis
Degenerative disc disease
Arthritis of the neck, back, or pelvis
Herniated discs
Sciatica and pinched nerves
Occipital headaches
Persistent pain after spine surgery
His treatment philosophy is rooted in a progressive rehabilitation model designed to decrease pain, restore function, and improve quality of life. Dr. Ansari maintains a narcotic-free practice, emphasizing physical therapy, adjuvant medications, and precisely targeted interventional procedures that address the source of pain.
He works collaboratively with local physical therapists, occupational therapists, chiropractors, and surgical partners to ensure coordinated, goal-directed functional restoration throughout each patient’s treatment journey.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Ansari’s advanced skill set includes:
Spinal cord stimulation
Radiofrequency ablation
Image-guided, minimally invasive spine procedures
Non-surgical management of neck, mid-back, and low back pain
He performs interventional pain procedures at our offices in Albany, Clifton Park, and Schenectady. Advanced procedures requiring monitored anesthesia care are performed at Executive Woods Ambulatory Surgery Center.
Through comprehensive evaluation, minimally invasive techniques, and coordinated rehabilitative care, Dr. Ansari is committed to helping patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and return to a more active, fulfilling life.