Dr. Moshe Lewis, MD

Bio

Dr. Moshe Lewis specializes in the non-surgical management of musculoskeletal and neurological injuries and diseases. His focus of care is pain relief, regaining flexibility, and building strength with the goal of getting people back to work and enjoying healthy, productive lives. He completed medical school at Mount Sinai School of Medicicine. He completed a Master's in Public Health at New York University. He trained in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Tufts Medical Center. He is currently the Chief of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the St Luke's Campus of California Pacific Medical Center.

Specialties:

pain medicine
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Affiliation:

UCalifornia Pacific Medical Center

Location:

San Francisco, CA
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Education: Chief Resident, Department of Physical Medicine Tufts, New England Medical Center, Boston, CA, 2004 - 2005
Resident, Department of Physical Medicine Tufts, New England Medical Center, Boston, MA, 2002 - 2004
Master of Business Administration, University of Phoenix, Pleasanton, CA, 1999 - 2001
Post Graduate Year in Otolaryngology, King/Drew Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, 1997 - 1998
Surgery Internship Training Program, Mount Sinai/NYU Hospital, New York, New York, 1996 - 1997
Doctor of Medicine, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY, 1992 - 1996
Master of Public Health, New York University, New York, NY, 1990 - 1992
Bachelor of Science - Biology & Society Major, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, 1986 - 1990
Visiting Clerkship Program, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, 1990
Internship: Surgery Internship Training Program, Mount Sinai/NYU Hospital, New York, 1996 - 1997
Board Certifications: ABPMR, Valid through June 2016
Additional Certifications of Specialty Qualifications: 2010 to 2012
1990 - 1992
Professional Membership or Societies: Member, North American Spine Society, 2009 - Present
Member, American Association of Neurology and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, 2007 - Present
Diplomate: American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2006 - Present
National Medical Association: Sinkler Miller Society Chapter, CA, 2006 - Present
Honors or Awards: 101 Influential Men of the Bay Area, 2007
Teacher of the Year Award, 2005
National Medical Fellowships, 1996
Publications: “BMP-2 Dose Correlates with Increased Postoperative Edema and Swallowing Complications after Cervical Fusion.” Naraghi F, Wolfer L, Lewis M. Spine. 2006. 6(5S): 7(S).
“Immunoglobulin and IgG Subclass Levels.” Lewis M, Miyashiro M. Mt Sinai J Med 1998. 65(2): 139-145.
“Osteogenic Sarcoma of the Jaw”. Lewis M, Perl A, Som PM. Arch Oto HNS 1997.123(2):169-174.
“Marked Improvement in the completion of Health Care Proxies.” Meier D, Fuss BR, O’Rourke D, Baskin S, Lewis M. Arch Intern Med 1996.156(11): 1227-1232.
“Significance of distal false lumen after type A dissection repair.” Ergin, MA et al. Ann Thorac Surg. 1994 Apr, 57(4):820-4;discussion 825.

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Sharecare News posted a story about Pain Medicine:

Steroid Injections for Back Pain Linked to Spinal Fracture Risk

FRIDAY, June 14 (HealthDay News) -- Older adults who get steroid injections to ease lower back and leg pain may have increased odds of suffering a spine fracture, a new study suggests.

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Sharecare News posted a story about Pain Medicine:

Using Marijuana to Treat Pain? A Pill May Outlast a Puff

MONDAY, April 22 (HealthDay News) -- A pill may work as well as a puff when it comes to using marijuana to treat pain, according to a small but carefully controlled new study. Pain relief from pills may last longer, however, and may not leave people feeling as high as they do after they smoke the...Full Article
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Sharecare News posted a story about Pain Medicine:

Stem Cells to Relieve Low Back Pain?

FRIDAY, April 12 (HealthDay News) -- Medical researchers are trying a new treatment for low back pain. Their hope is that harvesting and then re-injecting the body's own bone marrow -- which is rich in stem cells -- may repair worn-out discs in the spine.

In a small new study, the approac...Full Article
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Sharecare News posted a story about Pain Medicine:

Steroid Shots for Sciatica: Benefits Only Brief, Analysis Finds

MONDAY, Nov. 12 (HealthDay News) -- Spinal steroid injections -- the type involved in the current fungal meningitis outbreak in the United States -- provide only short-term relief for sciatica-related leg and back pain, according to a new analysis.

Sciatica, a common type of low back pain...Full Article
On Nov 13
Sharecare News posted a story about Pain Medicine:

Botox Shows Promise Against Persistent Neck, Shoulder Pain

SATURDAY, Oct. 13 (HealthDay News) -- Botox injections, long used to smooth away wrinkles, might also soothe chronic neck and shoulder muscle pain, new research suggests.

This type of persistent pain "is a common disorder that potentially may cause functional impairment in our patients," ...Full Article
On Oct 15
Moshe Lewis, MD has posted a blog entry: Prevention of Common Cycling Injuries

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While cyclists tend to be very fit due to their love of the sport, there are some risks involved. In a recent article Nina Patterson, PT, explains that many injuries are inflicted on areas of existing weakness, with the compounding effect of
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On Oct 15
Moshe Lewis, MD has posted a blog entry: Does Anyone Know CPR? The Four Words Your Doctor Should Never Say

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CPR is one of the most important skills a doctor can have, especially when they are in public places, for which they could be the only person able to perform it. In the case of Michael Jackson’s cardiologist, he may not
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On Oct 15
Moshe Lewis, MD has posted a blog entry: Weekday Workaholic, Weekend Warrior

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If you’ve been working like a weekday robot and using your weekends to workout, you just might be a Weekend Warrior! Weekend sports and outdoor activities like team sports, hikes and swimming are good for both the mind and
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On Oct 15
Moshe Lewis, MD has posted a blog entry: LAsplash - "Dr. Moshe Lewis Changes The Game of Pain"

I’ve been kindly featured in an article by Trevor Dagarin on the Splash Magazines blog — you can find the full article on LAsplash.com. I love what I do and it’s very fulfilling to be able to bring relief to my patients and inspire hope in others. It’s an honor to be recognized and a blessing to
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