Martin A. Schaeffer, MD, FAAPMR, AQPM
Dr. Schaeffer is a triple board-certified physician in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine who brings a uniquely personal, patient-centered approach to spine and pain care. After an early setback—failing to make his sixth-grade Staten Island basketball team due to limited jumping ability and speed—Dr. Schaeffer redirected his determination toward medicine. Seventeen years later, that perseverance led him to become a highly respected specialist in Physical Medicine, Rehabilitation, and Interventional Pain Management.
Dr. Schaeffer co-founded CNY Spine and Pain Medicine, LLC with a clear mission: to preserve the freedom to spend meaningful time with each patient and provide truly individualized care. He believes every patient’s condition and goals are unique, and he takes pride in developing customized treatment plans while building strong, open relationships through thoughtful conversation and education.
Education & Advanced Training
Dr. Schaeffer completed his Interventional Spine and Pain Management Fellowship at Colorado Pain and Rehabilitation, PLLC.
He completed his Residency and Chief Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at St. Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Center of New York, where he also completed his Internship in Internal Medicine.
He earned his medical degree from The Medical College of Pennsylvania.
Professional Memberships
Dr. Schaeffer is an active member of:
American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine
Founding Member, New York State Pain Society
Dr. Schaeffer is dedicated to helping patients regain function, reduce pain, and improve quality of life through evidence-based, interventional, and non-surgical pain management solutions delivered with compassion, clarity, and individualized attention.