SimonJShapiroDO

Physical Medicine/Rehab • Ithaca, NY

Pain Medicine, Sports Medicine (Non-Surgical)

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Office
720 Willow Ave
Ithaca, NY 14850

Summary

Dr. Simon Shapiro is a physiatrist and interventional spine specialist practicing in Corning and Ithaca, NY and is affiliated with Guthrie Corning Hospital. He received his medical degree from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2011. He specializes in pain medicine and sports medicine (non-surgical) and is experienced in musculoskeletal pain, interventional pain management, and musculoskeletal disorders. He has more than 20 publications.

Education & Training

Sinai Hospital of Baltimore/Orthopaedic & Spine SpecialistsFellowship, Sports Medicine (Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation), 2015 - 2016
Loyola University Medical CenterResidency, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2013 - 2015
University of Utah HealthResidency, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2012 - 2013
Berkshire Medical CenterInternship, Transitional Year, 2011 - 2012
Touro College of Osteopathic MedicineClass of 2011
Emperor�s College of Traditional Oriental MedicineD.A.O.M, 2007
Oregon College of Oriental MedicineM.A.O.M, 2002
University of ConnecticutB.A., Culture and Society, 1994
Berklee College of MusicNo degree
University of RichmondNo degree

Certifications & Licensure

CT State License 2003 - Present
VT State License 2016 - 2026
CA State License 2023 - 2025
NY State License 2020 - 2025
NV State License 2024 - 2024
PA State License 2015 - 2024
RI State License 2020 - 2020
IL State License 2013 - 2015
UT State License 2012 - 2014
MA State License 2011 - 2012
AOA Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Awards, Honors, & Recognition

Dean's List Berklee College of Music, 1990-1991
Rising Star Award (Excellence in Patient Care/Satisfaction) Northwestern Medical Center, 2016
MAGIS Star Award (Outstanding service and patient care) Loyola University Medical Center, 2013-2015
Commitment to Excellence Award (Excellence in Patient Care) Berkshire Medical Center, 2011
Berklee Performance Scholar Berklee College of Music
University Scholar University of Richmond
Music Performance Scholar University of Richmond
Graduated with Honors Touro College
Presidential Leadership Award Touro College
Sigma Sigma Phi (National Honorary Osteopathic Medicine Service Fraternity) Touro College
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Publications & Presentations

Books/Book Chapters

Musculoskeletal Pain Conditions - A Comprehensive Guide
Chapter: Lumbosacral Instability
Shapiro SJ, et alEditors: Kahn SB, Xu RY.Springer International Publishing2018
Atlas of Image-Guided Spinal Procedures
Chapter: Lateral Approach to Intra-Articular Hip Injections
Shapiro SJ, et alEditors: Furman MB.Elsevier, Philadelphia, PAEdition 2nd,2017
Atlas of Image-Guided Spinal Procedures
Chapter: Anterior Approach to Intra-Articular Hip Injections
Shapiro SJ, et alEditors: Furman MB.Elsevier, Philadelphia, PAEdition 2nd,2017
Atlas of Image-Guided Spinal Procedures
Chapter: Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injections, Traditional (Supraneural) Approach
Berkwits L, Shapiro SJ, et alEditors: Furman MB.Elsevier, Philadelphia, PAEdition 2nd,2017
Atlas of Image-Guided Spinal Procedures
Chapter: Cervical Zygapophysial Joint Nerve (Medial Branch) Injection, Anterolateral Approach with Ultrasound Guidance
Torres L, Shapiro SJ, et alEditors: Furman MB.Elsevier, Philadelphia, PAEdition 2nd,2017
Atlas of Image-Guided Spinal Procedures
Chapter: Cervical Zygapohysial Joint Intra-articular Injection, Posterior Approach with Ultrasound Guidance
Torres L, Shapiro SJ, et alEditors: Furman MB.Elsevier, Philadelphia, PAEdition 2nd,2017
Atlas of Image-Guided Spinal Procedures
Chapter: Cervical Zygapophysial Joint Nerve (Medial Branch) Radiofrequency Ablation/Injection, Posterior Approach with Ultrasound Guidance
Torres L, Shapiro SJ, et alEditors: Furman MB.Elsevier, Philadelphia, PAEdition 2nd,2017
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Lectures

Case Presentation: Interlaminar epidural steroid injection in a patient with severe spinal stenosis
Snowbird, UT - 1/1/2016
Does Nicotine Use Affect Outcomes in Interventional Spinal Procedures?
1/1/2015
Acupuncture in the Treatment of Pain
1/1/2015
Classification of Thoracolumbar Injury
1/1/2014
Integrative Medicine: Therapeutic Order in Naturopathic Medicine
1/1/2013
Acupuncture in Palliative Care
Acupuncture for Amputees
Acupuncture for Medical Students
Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine for Residents
Englewood Hospital, Englewood, NJ
Introduction to Acupuncture for Pain Physicians
Does Nicotine Affect Outcomes in Interventional Spinal Procedures?
CQI: Post-Interview Survey Results for PM&R Residency Candidates
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Other

In response to: "Toward a Cogent Restatement of Acupuncture Theory: The Need for a Biological Model"
Shapiro SJ, The American Acupuncturist
1/1/2015
The U.S. Acupuncture Workforce: The Economics of Practice
Stumpf SH, Carr CR, McCuaig S, Shapiro SJ, The American Acupuncturist
http://connection.ebscohost.com/c/articles/66704636/u-s-acupuncture-workforce-economics-practice
1/1/2011
Divining Integrative Medicine
Stumpf SH, Shapiro SJ, Hardy M, Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2586316/
1/1/2007
Bilateral Integrative Medicine
Stumpf SH, Shapiro SJ, Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1475944/
1/1/2006
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Press Mentions

Pain Awareness Month – Guthrie HospitalSeptember 26th, 2022

Professional Memberships

Spine Intervention Society
Member
Association of Ringside Physicians
Member
North American Spine Society
Member