Dr. Vadim Kushnerik, MD, is a board-certified pain management specialist and anesthesiologist based in New York City, renowned for his expertise in interventional pain management. With over two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Kushnerik is internationally recognized for his skill in treating complex and chronic pain conditions using minimally invasive techniques.

A pioneer in the field, Dr. Kushnerik founded the Pain Management Center at NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital in 2001 and later established his own state-of-the-art center in Downtown Manhattan. Throughout his career, he has held key leadership roles, including Division Chief of Pain Management and membership on several Medical Boards, where he has helped shape the advancement of pain management services across various institutions. He maintains hospital affiliations across New York City, including The Brooklyn Hospital Center, among others.

Dr. Kushnerik is known for his patient-centered approach and personalized treatment plans. His clinical expertise includes advanced therapies such as spinal cord stimulation, particularly for patients with failed back surgery syndrome, neuropathic pain, and other chronic pain conditions. He integrates a range of modalities—such as targeted injections, pharmacologic therapy, and rehabilitative care—to address pain comprehensively and holistically.